Receive approval for Medicaid. In some cases, it could take the state up to 45 days. Once you are approved for Medicaid, you'll receive a welcome packet from the state.
If you are eligible, Medicaid pays for services in your own home, a community residential care facility (adult family home or assisted living facility) or nursing facility. If you are 18 or older, you can apply for Medicaid through your local Home and Community Services (HCS) office or online.
Income & Asset Limits for Eligibility 2025 Washington Medicaid Long-Term Care Eligibility for Seniors Type of MedicaidSingleMarried (both spouses applying) Income Limit Asset Limit Institutional / Nursing Home Medicaid $2,901 / month $3,000 Medicaid Waivers / Home and Community Based Services $2,901 / month† $3,0001 more row •
Washington residents have to meet an asset limit and an income limit in order to be financially eligible for Nursing Home Medicaid through Apple Health (Washington Medicaid). For a single applicant in 2025, the asset limit is $2,000, which means they must have $2,000 or less in countable assets.
In addition to paying for nursing home care, WA Medicaid pays for services and supports to help frail seniors to continue living at home, an adult family home (adult foster care), or an assisted living facility.
Washington residents can compare and shop for health insurance through the state Health Benefit Exchange website, Washington Healthplanfinder, that offers health and dental plans that meet the health reform standards of the Affordable Care Act. Learn more about these Qualified Health Plans or QHPs.
There are several ways to apply for and enroll in Marketplace health coverage: Use HealthCare to apply online. Fastest way to apply. Enroll over the phone. Find help in your area. Use a certified enrollment partner. Fill out and mail in a paper application.
Online: Go to Washington Healthplanfinder - select the "Apply Now" button. Mobile app: Download the WAPlanfinder app – select “sign in” or “create an account”. Phone: Call the Washington Healthplanfinder Customer Support Center at 1-855-923-4633. Paper: Submit an Application for health care coverage (18-001P).
Home Care Aide (HCA) Training HCAs (Agency and Facility) and Individual Providers may begin providing direct care after completing the 5-hour Orientation and Safety trainings. Get more information on the Home Care Aide Certification and 75-hour training page.
The COPES program pays for long-term care in your home or in a community setting, like assisted living or an adult family home. COPES care can include help from a trained caregiver to shower, dress, eat, use the toilet, walk, change position in bed, and manage your medications.