I was shocked when I was denied a policy due to a pre-existing condition,

Washington’s new long-term care benefit program is a game changer, giving us choices and room to breathe during what can be the most vulnerable, stressful time of their lives. That’s why I was so upset to hear that some mega millionaire from California bankrolled Initiative 2124.

Women make up the majority of unpaid supportive caregivers. The burden of unpaid care falls disproportionately on women, with devastating effects on their health, well-being and careers.

“I’m an avid golfer, I cook healthy meals and I walk my dog several times a day. But when I was 19 years old, I was diagnosed with lupus.”