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State Plan on Aging: Equity Focus Group 01

Washington’s Aging and Long-Term Support Administration (ALTSA) has long been a national leader in promoting choice and independence through its variety of long-term services and supports (LTSS). ALTSA has developed this system of LTSS over decades of innovation, during which leaders have leveraged federal and state funding to strengthen its mission of transforming lives. This single mission, to transform lives, rests upon the values of diversity and inclusion to better serve clients across each administration within Washington’s Department of Social and Health Services. While ALTSA has always been dedicated to equitable and inclusive practices, the COVID-19 pandemic has elevated the need to address systemic inequities and continuously improve services provided to Washington’s older adults.

In April of 2020, the Washington State Legislature established a new office solely committed to address equity across state services. The Office of Equity was created to work with state agencies to provide all Washingtonians with access to opportunities, power, and resources to achieve their full potential. As we emerge from the public health emergencies, pro-equity antiracist (PEAR) planning efforts guide the work ahead to promote equitable access for individuals with greatest need for LTSS.

We invite you to be a part of this process by participating in one of three State Plan on Aging Equity Focus Groups. Register today!

ACCOMMODATIONS:
Reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities are available upon request. Include a description of the accommodation you will need in your registration, including as much detail as you can. Also include a way we can contact you if we need more information. Please allow at least two weeks (14 days) advance notice. Last-minute requests will be accepted but may be impossible to fill. Send an email to heather.otten@dshs.wa.gov with requests and/or questions.

Mar 29, 2023 11:00 AM in Pacific Time (US and Canada)