Types of Spousal Maintenance and When They Are Available Types of Spousal Maintenance and When They Are Available Kenneth Levey2016-11-24T10:21:50-08:00 In Washington, "alimony" is referred to as "spousal maintenance" or simply "maintenance." Spousal maintenance Types of Spousal Maintenance and When They Are AvailableKenneth Levey2016-11-24T10:21:50-08:00