On July 1, 2026, WA Cares Fund benefits became available to beneficiaries. WA Cares beneficiaries can use their benefits to help pay for a variety of covered services and supports, including in-home personal care.    

Many people are caregivers without even realizing it. If you support a family member with activities of daily living such as bathing, eating, managing medications and more, then you are caregiving.    

There are two types of registered WA Cares providers for in-home personal care:

1. Consumer Direct Care Network Washington
2. Licensed home care agencies

Beneficiaries can choose a professional caregiver, or they can have a friend or family member, including a spouse or domestic partner, apply to become their paid caregiver.    

You will need to be employed by a local home care agency or Consumer Direct Care Network Washington to become a paid caregiver under WA Cares. There are important differences between the two employer options to consider. See the caregiving comparison chart to better understand the options.  

To learn more about becoming a paid caregiver or find other caregiver resources, visit the WA Cares website or see the in-home personal care service snapshot.  

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