Aging & Adult Care of Central Washington

04/13/2026

Have you thought about how you want your healthcare to be handled if you cannot speak for yourself? April 16 is Healthcare Decisions Day, a perfect time to pause and consider your options.

Being proactive can help you feel confident and supported:
🤝 Healthcare wishes – complete advance directives and name someone you trust to make decisions
🤝 Long-term care planning – prepare for services like in-home care or assisted living
🤝 Family peace of mind – share your choices to reduce stress and ensure clarity

Taking time now can provide reassurance for the future. Contact our team to connect with local resources and guidance to help you make informed decisions.

04/08/2026

Did you know the WA Cares Fund can help eligible Washingtonians access a wide range of services to live safely and comfortably at home or in a care setting?

Services include:
💜 In-home caregivers
💜 Residential care
💜 Home accessibility
💜 Home-delivered meals
💜 Rides & transportation
💜 Equipment & assistive devices
💜 Care supplies
💜 Caregiver support & training

Explore how WA Cares can support you or a loved one: https://bit.ly/4b3HjVV

04/06/2026

Stay Safe. Stay Alert.

Tax season can bring unexpected calls, emails, or messages that seem urgent. Take a moment to verify before sharing personal information — staying informed is the best way to protect yourself.

Learn more: https://bit.ly/3QA5jWI

Your Social Security number. Your retirement savings. Your peace of mind. want it all—and are their go-to trick. If you’ve ever received a suspicious call or email, you’re not alone. Learn how to spot these and what to do if you’re targeted.👇

04/05/2026

Happy Easter! 🐣🌷

Whether it’s the laughter of kids hunting for eggs, sharing a favorite meal with family, or catching up with a friend over coffee, we hope your day is full of the small moments that make it special.

04/01/2026

April 1st may be known for jokes —
but planning for long-term care deserves thoughtful attention.

For eligible Washingtonians, the WA Cares Fund provides an option to help cover future long-term care needs.

Take a moment this month to explore your benefits and understand what they could mean for you. https://bit.ly/4gjcuhg

Beginning July 2026, each person who is eligible to receive the WA Cares Fund benefit can access long-term care services and supports costing up to $36,500 (grows over time with inflation).

03/26/2026

At AACCW, our goal is to provide both direct and contracted services to seniors and vulnerable adults with disabilities. Services are provided to enhance the quality of an individual’s life and to allow individuals the opportunity to live in the least restrictive environment possible.

If you or someone you love could benefit from our services, give us a call: (509) 886-0700

03/25/2026

The WA Cares Fund can pay providers directly for the services and support you receive — no need to pay out of pocket. All you need to do is find a registered provider who offers the services you want. While WA Cares benefits can be used to pay for care in a residential setting like a nursing home, they can also cover services and support to help you stay at home. This includes home safety modifications, home-delivered meals, transportation and assistive technology like medication reminder devices. Learn more at https://bit.ly/440cGuB

03/18/2026

Many are family caregivers, supporting the generations that came before them while still balancing careers, households, and growing families of their own.

More than 800,000 Washingtonians provide care to a loved one, out of both necessity and love. Yet so many feel stretched thin, unsure where to turn for support.

If this resonates with you, you are not alone and you are not without options.

The was created to help ease the burden by providing access to long-term care benefits when you or a loved one need extra support. It’s a way for our state to stand behind those who give so much of themselves every day.

Find out how the WA Cares Fund can support you: https://bit.ly/440cGuB

03/17/2026

Happy St. Patrick’s Day! 🍀

Wishing our community a day full of laughter, good cheer, and a little bit of luck! May your day be as bright as a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. 🌈

How are you celebrating today? Share your festive moments with us!

03/11/2026

WA Cares benefits will be available starting this July. If you’re eligible, this coverage gives you more flexibility and choice in how you receive care and support. Here are just a few ways you can use your benefits:

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Pay a family member to provide care
🏠 Make your home safe and accessible
🚗 Get food delivered or transportation
🛁 Pay for a lift chair, bath bench, and more

For full details, visit https://bit.ly/4gjcuhg

03/09/2026

Looking after a child from your extended family or a close family friend? This is often called Kinship Caregiving.

There are programs available to help support you in this important role.

The Kinship Caregivers Support Program, for example, can help with emergency costs when a child comes to live with you and afterward.

Connect with our team for guidance on next steps: (509) 886-0700.

03/04/2026

is a range of services and support for individuals who need assistance with the tasks of daily living. The need for care may be temporary or permanent, depending on the person’s condition, and it can be provided in your home or a residential care setting. Long-term care is not medical care, and it’s typically not covered by health insurance or Medicare — and that’s why the WA Cares Long-Term Care Fund was created: to help provide financial coverage when other options don’t.

People may need long-term care for several reasons:
🧾 Prolonged illness: Chronic illness can occur at any point in life.
🩹 Injury or disability: Whether due to an accident, neurological condition, or other reason.
🧠 Cognitive impairment: This can range from dementia to many other conditions.
♿ Physical impairment: Includes loss of strength, mobility, or trouble balancing.

Understanding the reasons for long-term care helps families plan ahead and get the support their loved ones need.