Washington’s long-term care workforce continues to evolve as providers navigate growing demand, changing demographics, and ongoing workforce challenges. Join researchers from the Washington State Department of Social and Health Services (DSHS) Research and Data Analysis Division for an in-depth look at the findings from the 2026 Long-Term Services and Supports (LTSS) Workforce Report to the Legislature.

This session will explore current workforce trends, staffing patterns, demographic shifts, and projections that are shaping the future of long-term services and supports in Washington. Presenters will discuss key data and insights from the report and what they mean for skilled nursing and assisted living providers, including implications for workforce planning, recruitment, retention, and policy.

Whether you’re an executive leader, administrator, HR professional, or clinical leader, you’ll leave with a deeper understanding of the data driving long-term care workforce discussions across the state and practical context to support strategic planning within your organization.

Learning Objectives

• Review the major findings from the 2026 Washington LTSS Workforce Report.
• Examine workforce trends affecting skilled nursing and assisted living providers.
• Understand projected workforce needs and demographic changes impacting long-term care.
• Apply data insights to inform workforce planning, recruitment, retention, and advocacy efforts.

This webinar is free for all attendees.