OLYMPIA - On Thursday, November 17, from 1–2 p.m., the WA Cares Fund will host a panel discussion via Zoom on Caregiver Mental Health.
Providing care for a loved one can be a rewarding experience, but it can also be stressful, time-consuming, expensive, and emotional—especially for caregivers who don’t have a lot of family or financial support. Ensuring caregivers have access to ongoing support and resources helps reduce stress and improves outcomes for those who are receiving care and those providing it. Join our panel to learn about what resources are available to you or caregivers in your life.
Panelists are:
- Daryn Nelsen-Soza, Board Member & Senior Education Manager, NAMI Washington
- Dana Allard-Webb, Family Caregiver Support Program Manager, DSHS
- Adrienne Cotton, MAC & TSOA Program Manager, DSHS
- Lynne Korte, Dementia Care Program Policy Manager, Dementia Action Collaborative
Panelists will provide an overview of caregiver burnout, why caregiver mental health is important, supports and programs that can help, additional challenges when caring for someone with dementia, and resources available online. There will also be an opportunity for discussion and audience Q&A. We encourage all to come with their questions ready!
How to join: Please click the link below to join the webinar:
https://dshs-wa.zoom.us/j/89560871662?pwd=WFY4T2dFUmw1VHZFOFdpSjZYcWI3Zz09
Passcode: 680580
One tap mobile :
US: +12532158782,,89560871662#
Telephone: 253-215-8782
Webinar ID: 895 6087 1662
Other phone numbers: https://dshs-wa.zoom.us/u/kw6fYaBcc
Live captions will be available.
About WA Cares
WA Cares Fund is a first-in-the-nation universal long-term care insurance program that provides working Washingtonians with access to affordable long-term care. By paying a small premium while working (just 0.58% of wages, or $0.58 per $100 earned), Washington’s workers will earn a $36,500 benefit that can be used for a variety of long-term care services, including paid caregiving from a professional or loved one, home modifications, meal delivery and more.
To learn more about WA Cares, call 844-CARE4WA, email staff via the contact form or visit www.wacaresfund.wa.gov.
WA Cares: Let’s be the state where we all age with grace.