Age-Friendly Discount Program

How much can I save with this program?

With this program, you can expect to save an average of $240 annually.

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Welcome! Age Friendly Seattle runs a discount program for older adults (aged 60+) and adults with disabilities (ages 18-59). View current discounts on our searchable Discount Directory, learn how to apply for your Gold or FLASH card, and find additional resources, below.

Want a quick overview of this program? Watch our new animated video and learn how to get the most out of your Gold or FLASH card!

Are you a business owner or manager wanting to learn more about joining our discount program? Click here!

Discount Program

Our Age Friendly Discount Program and related online Discount Directory provides an opportunity for local businesses and organizations in the greater Seattle area to offer discounts for older people and/or adults with disabilities, growing their customer base and building a more age-friendly community.

Apply for your own Gold or FLASH Card and explore the businesses you can use it at, below.

NEW Map Feature!

A new map and list feature will highlight all our current discounts in the redesigned online Discount Directory in one convenient, visual tool. The map feature will allow you to visually see where businesses offering discounts are located, sort discounts by type (e.g., restaurants & shopping, arts & leisure), search by business name or neighborhood zip code, and link via Google Map directions to the actual business of interest.

NEW Printable Resources

Gold and FLASH Cards—How to Apply

downtown Seattle skyline with prominent Space Needle, plus images of the Gold Card for Healthy Aging and FLASH card for people with disabilitiesGold Card

Seattle's Gold Card is a handy resource for Seattle and King County residents aged 60 or older.

To apply online:

  • Complete the online Gold Card application.
  • Applying will take about 5 minutes, and includes questions about your name, mailing address, age, and how you heard about the program.
  • You should receive your Gold Card in the mail within 1–2 weeks of application.

To apply in person:

FLASH (Fun Leisure Access Savings and Health) Card

Seattle's FLASH Card is a discount card for adults ages 18–59 with qualifying disabilities.

To apply online:

  • Complete the online FLASH Card application.
  • Applying will take about 5-10 minutes, and includes questions about your name, mailing address, proof of eligibility, and how you heard about the program.
  • Through the web form you will be able to upload copies of requested documentation directly.
  • Signatures may be required—plan ahead!
  • You should receive your FLASH Card in the mail within 1–2 weeks of application.

To apply in person:

Disclaimer

This Discount Directory does not provide a complete list of discounts for older adults or persons with disabilities. Vendor participation in the directory is voluntary and free.

The City of Seattle has not investigated the services listed, and neither endorses the businesses nor warrants the services, products or quality offered. We do not guarantee that businesses offer the lowest price. Discounts and terms listed may change or be discontinued at any time without notice.

Businesses and other organizations that feature the Age Friendly Business Gold Card and FLASH Card sticker in their windows are discount program participants. They have not been vetted as an age-friendly business, per se.

We urge you to compare prices and seek advertised specials. Before you make a major purchase, weigh your options carefully. Check out the businesses you are thinking of doing business with by contacting the Better Business Bureau at (206) 431-2222. When purchasing services, request a written estimate or contract describing the work and the cost.

If you know of a business not listed here that offers discounts to older adults and/or persons with disabilities, give them the URL for this webpage (see link at the top of this page)

Contact Age Friendly Seattle

Have questions about Gold or FLASH cards? Want to suggest a business or service you'd like to see represented in the Discount Directory? We'd like to hear from you! E-mail agefriendly@seattle.gov or visit www.seattle.gov/agefriendly/contact

Aging and Disability Services & Resources

Are you facing aging or disability issues? Visit our Resources page to find additional information about the many services and resources available that assist older adults, caregivers, and people with disabilities, particularly Community Living Connections at (206) 962-8467 (toll-free (844) 348-5464).

Business/Organizations

For more information about making your organization more age-friendly, visit our Age Friendly Business website at GoAgeFriendly.org. Ready to join? Click to submit a discount and join our Discount Directory.