Our state lawmakers are up towards the form of funds problem that none of us ought to envy. I’m grateful for his or her exhausting work to steadiness the wants of all Washingtonians.
As somebody employed for over 30 years in Washington state long-term care, I do know firsthand that state {dollars} are essential to look after our state’s older and susceptible adults. As our representatives contemplate what can keep and what can go within the state funds, I encourage them to contemplate the getting older people whom we help with their most simple every day wants.
For instance, at Parkside Retirement we now have efficiently transitioned, supported and maintained people in the neighborhood who’ve traditionally had few placement choices. Our complete expert companies help residents with group housing selections and their ongoing help, stability and protected integration inside our communities. Our profitable program empowers these people whereas offering reliability, stability and probably the most cost-effective use of tax {dollars}.
As our state considers the place to retain investments throughout a yr of cuts, I urge them to proceed to prioritize the wants of those that depend on long-term care.
Tom Gallucci, government director, Parkside Retirement Assisted Dwelling, Auburn
