Family care breakdowns are an unavoidable part of life. But these disruptions don’t just affect your caregiving colleagues – their impact ripples outward to the wellbeing, morale, and productivity of your wider workforce, too. Here, Chris Locke of Bright Horizons highlights the real cost of care-related absences and strategies for reducing them. The post The business impact of family care breakdowns and what employers can do appeared first on HRZone.| HRZone
HR and reward leaders, be warned. While 60% of your profession believes they deliver an excellent employee experience, only 19% of employees agree. How can you combat this disconnect? By making the process of accessing benefits less mystifying, time-consuming and stressful, says Oliver Atkinson, Senior Wellbeing Lead at Benifex.| HRZone
Originally featured on WorldatWork’s Workspan Daily+ — read the full article here (subscription required). Why Experience Matters as Much as the Offering In Selerix’s inaugural Employee Benefits Survey, the findings were clear: when employees are satisfied with their benefits, they’re five times more likely to stay with their employer and 3.5 times more likely to trust their leadership. That’s not just a statistic — it’s proof that the benefits experience h...| Selerix
Designing an employee benefits program is one of the most high-impact decisions an HR or business leader can make. It’s also one of the most complex. Between compliance regulations, shifting employee expectations, and budget pressures from leadership, it can be hard to know where to start—or how to improve an existing plan that just isn’t... The post Your 7-Step Guide on How to Design an Employee Benefits Program appeared first on Selerix.| Selerix
Hiring or switching an employee benefits broker? Use this guide to evaluate providers, spot red flags, and understand what great brokers do.| Selerix
Unexpected car troubles can quickly derail an employee’s workday—and an employer’s operations. A flat tire, dead battery or major repair can leave workers stranded, cause missed shifts and disrupt productivity.| Axcet HR Solutions Blog
The 2025 HR Awards celebrated the people and organisations shaping the future of work. From leaders and teams to rising stars and wellness champions, this year’s winners demonstrated how HR can drive both business success and employee wellbeing.| Business Awards UK
Have you had a check-up yet? It is so important to see your healthcare provider regularly, whether you have something going on or completely healthy. St John’s Physician Partners state that if you are looking to have optimal health then you must have proactive management. They state that regular check-ups play a key role in […] The post Benefits of Routine Physical Checkups appeared first on Hilb Group.| Hilb Group
Learn about why immunizations are important, their safety, and side effects, as well as the 10 most common vaccines you can get.| Hilb Group
Employee perks in the US aren't just bonuses; they're strategic tools driving engagement Discover how these perks redefine workplace satisfaction and success.| Nurture an Engaged and Satisfied Workforce | Vantage Circle HR Blog
Find out how you can attract diverse candidates to your organization and promote workplace diversity and inclusion with these effective strategies.| Easy.jobs
Discover voluntary employee benefits, examples, and types. Learn how benefits administration software simplifies management and boosts engagement.| Selerix
Learn more about the relationship between mental health and environmental disasters including who is impacted, how people react, impact on the workforce and what employers can do to support communities and individuals. The post Environmental Disasters and Mental Health appeared first on Word on Benefits.| Word on Benefits
Today's blog shares updates to health savings accounts (HSAs) and other key benefit provisions included in the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA). The post What Employers Need to Know About HSA Compatibility Expansion in OBBBA appeared first on Word on Benefits.| Word on Benefits
World Mental Health Day, observed globally on October 10, reminds us that mental health is central to overall well-being, especially during times of crisis. The post World Mental Health Day: Supporting Employees When Catastrophe Strikes appeared first on Word on Benefits.| Word on Benefits
Today's blog focuses on employer health insurance and Medicare coordination for active workers at age 65. The post Employer-Sponsored Health Coverage, Medicare Enrollment and HSAs appeared first on Word on Benefits.| Word on Benefits
With the trend in hybrid and remote work models now mainstream, are employees truly finding autonomy, flexibility, and balance, or are the lines even more blurred than they were before?| Word on Benefits
Younger generations are especially anxious, with nearly 90% of Gen Z and millennials saying an unplanned medical cost would disrupt their financial plans. The post 80% of Americans fear medical bills could derail their financial goals appeared first on HR Executive.| HR Executive
Talking about compensation can feel taboo with your closest colleagues—let alone on a public podcast. But with behavioral health budgets tighter than ever, avoiding the conversation altogether isn’t an option. In the latest episode of No Notes, Dr. Denny Morrison sits down with Katie Weihe, VP of Human Services at Aurora Mental Health & Recovery, […] The post Beyond the Paycheck: Creative Ways to Retain Behavioral Health Staff appeared first on Eleos Health.| Eleos Health
To get the story behind the product, we sat down with two of the people who helped bring it to life: Selerix CEO Tim Pratte and VP of Product Development Ruthie Gray. Our own Steve Olivas, AVP of Product Marketing got them talking about why we built HR Assist the way we did, what makes it different, and what’s next.| Selerix
Even the most competitive benefits package won’t move the needle if employees don’t understand, trust, or use it. And that’s where brokers have a major opportunity. Helping your clients engage their employees year-round isn’t just good practice—it’s a proven way to improve enrollment, reduce confusion, and increase your value as a trusted advisor.| Selerix
Benefits aren’t a perk to sprinkle on top—they’re a core driver of workforce strategy. When employees feel supported by their benefits, they also feel supported by their employer. When they don’t, disengagement follows.| Selerix
From system testing to communication reminders, it’s everything you need to launch OE with confidence.| Selerix
Learn how to measure and improve the ROI of your employee benefits strategy, from cost savings to retention. Build a smarter, data-driven approach.| Selerix
Once considered a niche offering or a reactive add-on, mental health benefits have now moved to the center of the employee experience. In 2025, nearly half of U.S. employers offer some form of mental health support beyond traditional EAPs—a sharp rise from just 30% in 2023. This shift isn’t just cultural; it’s strategic. The post Mental Health Benefits Go Mainstream: What Employers Need to Know appeared first on INSURICA.| INSURICA
In today’s competitive labor market, benefits managers are walking a tightrope: controlling rising costs while delivering packages that attract and retain top talent. According to SHRM’s 2025 Employee Benefits Survey, this balancing act is now one of the most pressing challenges facing HR leaders. The post Balancing Benefits Costs with Talent Strategy in 2025 appeared first on INSURICA.| INSURICA
In a year defined by rising healthcare costs and shifting employee expectations, supplemental health insurance products are experiencing a notable surge. According to LIMRA’s latest workplace benefits sales data, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance sales rose 11% year-over-year through the third quarter of 2024. This growth reflects a broader trend: employees are increasingly seeking layered protection to fill gaps left by traditional health plans. The post Suppleme...| INSURICA
83% of people with severe anxiety or depression recover to moderate or less in 3–4 months with RedArc support The pressures of modern life – from heavy workloads and the challenges of balancing work and family life, to the impact of social media and the uncertainty of global events – are taking a significant toll […] The post World Mental Health Day: Data shows how timely intervention for mental health leads to significant and rapid improvement (RedArc) appeared first on Employer News.| Employer News
Mental Health Preventative support for mental health is considered the most helpful, according to employers (GRiD research)| Employer News
The post Greater Memphis Employee Benefits Council September Meeting appeared first on HRProfessionalsMagazine.| HRProfessionalsMagazine
Most employees are worried these days about their financial strength. How can you help them? A financial wellness benefits can prove to be a vital key to it| Nurture an Engaged and Satisfied Workforce | Vantage Circle HR Blog
Our HR Director, Lisa Oyler, shares tips and strategies for promoting employee benefits and shares insight regarding why it matters SO much.| blog.accessperks.com
Learn how loss support benefits help employees recover emotionally and logistically, while strengthening organizational culture and performance.| Homethrive
The prevalence of autism spectrum disorders continues to increase, highlighting the need for employers to provide meaningful support. The post Employer Support for Employees Caring for Children With Autism Spectrum Disorders appeared first on Word on Benefits.| Word on Benefits
A new survey report from the International Foundation reveals increased U.S. employer spending on cancer/oncology care as well as common steerage techniques used to contain costs. The post Cancer Care Spend Is on the Rise for U.S. Employers appeared first on Word on Benefits.| Word on Benefits
An executive order signed in August may give 401(k) participants more access to investment strategies under which a portion of their contributions are allocated to alternative assets, offering them the opportunity to accumulate more money in their retirement accounts. Learn more details and considerations in today's blog.| Word on Benefits
Discover 4 proven steps to boost open enrollment success: design smart benefits, communicate clearly, educate year-round, and measure impact.| Care for Business
Over the past decade, the employee benefits landscape has shifted dramatically. Employees still expect employers to meet their traditional insurance needs (i.e., by providing health, life and disability insurance). But recently, employee values have shifted to include new expectations, especially in the realms of mental health, telemedicine, wellness programs and family leave.| Axcet HR Solutions Blog
The right management tool doesn't just keep costs low, it keeps employees productive and engaged.| Employee Benefit News
Benefits consultants who prioritize process over results will not only improve their own business outcomes but also deliver greater value to their clients.| Employee Benefit News
When compensation, benefits and culture are equally prioritized and aligned, employers will have a competitive leg up in the talent war.| Employee Benefit News
An executive from Bright Horizons shares how benefits like paid child care and flexibility can help new parents ease back to work.| Employee Benefit News
Amid RTO mandates, remote workers still need benefits and support to help them thrive.| Employee Benefit News
The founder of MissPoppins shares why a digital parenting platform is a great offering for benefits professionals to add to their arsenal.| Employee Benefit News
All employees can benefit from meeting-free afternoons and a more flexible approach to getting work done.| Employee Benefit News
Building a business case for child care benefits can be a challenge, but these offerings will only become more important, according to a new employer survey from KinderCare.| Employee Benefit News
The Best Place for Working Parents looks at what family-friendly policies companies are adopting — or throwing out.| Employee Benefit News
For many business executives, 2026 was expected to bring some relief from years of climbing healthcare costs. Unfortunately, the opposite is true, according to Mercer's 2025 National Survey of Employer-Sponsored Health Plans, which gathered insights from more than 1,700 US employers. The total health benefit cost per employee is projected to rise by an average of 6.5% in 2026. That is the steepest increase since 2010, even after factoring in planned cost-reduction efforts. Without those eff...| Expense To Profit
The 2025 SHRM conference is in the bag. HR Professional Lisa Oyler returned with her top takeaways about the evolving role of human resources.| blog.accessperks.com
In this episode, a pharmacy benefit management executive and a pharmacy startup talk about why benefit verification, prior authorizations, and patient affordability still break the workflow and how smart integrations, real-time eligibility, and intuitive design can reduce friction for all involved.| MedCity News
As a new school year begins, benefits professionals share how earning the Certified Employee Benefit Specialist ® (CEBS ®) designation has advanced their career trajectory.| Word on Benefits
The Big Beautiful Bill shakes up work rules, benefits, and financial aid for students. Here’s your survival guide.| Big Interview
In 2025, rising group health premiums are becoming a central concern for employers. Carriers like UnitedHealth, Anthem, and CVS Health have issued projections showing significant cost increases—driven by escalating claims severity, specialty drug costs, and continued labor shortages across provider networks.| INSURICA
The SECURE 2.0 Act, passed in late 2022 and now in active rollout through 2025, is reshaping the landscape of workplace retirement planning. Designed to expand access, modernize plan design, and improve financial preparedness, the law introduces over 90 new provisions—many of which are now surfacing in HR departments across the country.| INSURICA
Companies still want to provide best-in-class benefits offerings for their employees, but costs are forcing some new realities.| HR Executive
There’s no doubt that one of the most effective ways to help encourage your employees to stick around longer is by offering them a competitive salary. Considering the amount of competition most ind…| Take It Personel-ly
Discover the challenges facing employees caring for both children and aging parents, and how employers can support well-being with flexible policies and caregiving benefits.| Care for Business
Staying healthy takes consistency. Real wellness includes movement, nutrition, rest, and mindset. These four areas work together every day, whether you’re at home or on the clock. At Mile High,... The post Covering the 4 Pillars of Health at Home and Work appeared first on Mile High Fitness & Wellness.| Mile High Fitness & Wellness
Childcare-related challenges in the U.S. cost employers an estimated $23 billion annually, a clear indicator of the need for childcare benefits.| Homethrive
The Social Security Act marks its 90th anniversary this year. Learn how employers can help help educate workers about the role Social Security benefits may play in their retirement income.| Word on Benefits
In July 2025, the IRS released new guidance increasing both the affordability percentage and penalty amounts under the Affordable Care Act’s employer mandate for the 2026 plan year. These changes will affect how Applicable Large Employers (ALEs) determine affordability and assess compliance risk moving into the next benefits cycle.| INSURICA
As employers struggle to hire, they're having to contend with the benefit that their would-be workers want most: time away from work.| CNBC
By: Martha Michael Gates, Patricia Chock, and Lisa Loesel Benefits and Beyond: What Happens to PTO, Health Insurance, Retirement Plans, and other Benefits? When an employee passes away, their benefits don’t just vanish into the HR ether. There’s a surprising amount of paperwork, plan rules, and tax codes that come into play—and yes, you’ll probably need to call... Continue Reading| Employment Law Lookout
By: Martha Michael Gates, Patricia Chock, and Lisa Loesel Let’s face it—no one wants to think about what happens when an employee dies. It’s a deeply| Employment Law Lookout
In the quest for employee retention, a great benefits package may be the deciding factor for those who stay and those who look elsewhere. Your company| WorkforceHub
Here are five guidelines to help employers balance health outcomes and financial responsibility to ensure that GLP-1 coverage is effective, affordable, and aligned with improved health and workforce well-being for employees and their families.| MedCity News
Breathing is a basic necessity in our everyday life. It is vital to our bodies and allows us to absorb oxygen to help with energy production and bodily functions. It also helps to remove carbon dioxide from our bodies, which is the primary role of breathing. Effective breathing not only provides us with more oxygen, […] The post Breathe Easy appeared first on Hilb Group.| Hilb Group
Learn how to protect your skin from harmful UV rays with practical sun safety tips. Wear SPF, stay shaded, and reduce sun damage risk.| Hilb Group
In its upcoming term, the U.S. Supreme Court will decide when withdrawal liability assumptions must be adopted, impacting multiemployer pension plans and contributing employers.| Word on Benefits
Signed into law by President Trump on July 4, the “One Big Beautiful Bill” (OBBB) is already making waves in tax policy & Social Security...| INSURICA
Employee Benefits Only 41% of employers believe employees have a good understanding of added-value benefits| Employer News
The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) is now law—and it brings big changes for employers: new W‑2 reporting rules, new benefit structures, ACA verification requirements, and more. At Noon ET today, I’ll be moderating a live Zoom panel with three of the sharpest tax and benefits minds I know: Greg McKenzie – U.S. and international […]| The Employer Handbook Blog
Prevent FMLA and paid leave claims by supporting employees with child care, senior care, and more—before burnout or caregiving leads to extended leave.| Care for Business
New research reveals Gen Alpha will reshape workplace expectations, with 77% demanding mental health support and half seeking neurodiversity support.| HRZone
Aging impacts us both personally and professionally, highlighting the vital role workplaces play in supporting employees and plan participants.| Word on Benefits
In today’s competitive job market, businesses are increasingly leveraging data analytics to enhance employee benefits engagement, ensuring...| INSURICA
Discover insights and fresh data that reveal how to close the gap between your benefits offering and employee experience. Read more here.| Benify
Where have I been? I took a short break from July 4 through July 14 to spend some time offline on vacation with my family. Thanks for your patience—and I promise this one was worth the wait. The One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) became law on July 4—and with it, major new tax and reporting […]| The Employer Handbook Blog
Temperatures are (slowly) rising, which impacts productivity and wellbeing. By taking heed of these expert tips, employers can strike a healthy balance between the two.| HRZone
New research highlights the Values Void in benefits. Learn why investment in employee support may not yield expected results.| HRZone
Tips on how you can help clients simplify the benefits conversation as a broker and positions yourself as a true partner, not just a vendor.| Selerix
When Open Enrollment hits, it’s not just about having a platform that works—it’s about having a partner you can count on. Sure, features matter. But so does knowing who to call when your team has a question at 7:45 a.m. on launch day. Or whether your system can adjust when plan eligibility rules shift at the last minute. A strong tech partner does more than deliver a product—they deliver peace of mind. And during OE, that makes all the difference.| Selerix
Discover how brokers can use benefits technology to simplify complexity, boost client satisfaction, and deliver year-round strategic value. Learn how Selerix supports your success.| Selerix
Your leadership should be analyzing your expenses and figuring out ways to optimize them in this more volatile period of business costs.| Expense To Profit
An examination of which benefits each generation expects in a company and what employers can do to meet those needs while fostering unity across age groups.| Homethrive
Celebrate your team with smart, no-cost rewards that drive engagement, motivation, and culture without spending a dime.| Nurture an Engaged and Satisfied Workforce | Vantage Circle HR Blog
A retention bonus is money you pay valuable employees to stay put during uncertain times. They commit to staying for a set period, and you commit to making it worth their while.| Nurture an Engaged and Satisfied Workforce | Vantage Circle HR Blog
Incentive vs. Reward will clarify the differences between the two and demonstrate how combining them can also unlock outstanding results.| Nurture an Engaged and Satisfied Workforce | Vantage Circle HR Blog
Go beyond basics! Explore non-traditional employee benefits that boost retention, morale & engagement.| Nurture an Engaged and Satisfied Workforce | Vantage Circle HR Blog
Discover the importance of employee benefits utilization and how it correlates with inclusivity. Learn how to evaluate the value and relevance of benefits to drive engagement and retention. Explore the average utilization rates of various benefits and the factors that contribute to high or low utilization.| blog.accessperks.com
The ADA bars discrimination against employees with disabilities. But what if the discrimination doesn’t happen until after the employee retires? According to the Supreme Court, the ADA doesn’t ...| The Employer Handbook Blog
The right technology isn’t just a tool—it’s the backbone that supports your client relationships and your reputation. Let’s talk about what to look for in a platform, the red flags to avoid, and how to make sure you’re set up to meet your clients where they are—today and in the future.| Selerix
Employers know they need to offer more than just the basics to attract and retain the right people—but designing a truly competitive benefits plan is anything but simple. So what exactly makes a benefits plan high-performing in 2025? This post shares how brokers can help build high-performing benefits plans for their clients.| Selerix
Bright Horizons found that 87% of working parents will face disruptions to work due to summer child care needs.| Employee Benefit News
It comes as research shows a shift in employee expectations, with practical and wellbeing-led support overtaking traditional perks.| Workplace Wellbeing Professional
Just because you hire the right person for the job doesn't mean you'll be able to keep them. Learn how to attract, and retain, top talent in your industry.| Homethrive
Discover how an employee discount program can help your team save on everyday essentials, big purchases, and fun experiences—boosting morale, loyalty, and quality of life.| blog.accessperks.com
New research from the Business Group on Health found a “surprising” level of ongoing investment in employee wellbeing.| HR Executive
An author of the Affordable Care Act explores what the federal push to lower prescription drug prices could do—and what it may be missing.| HR Executive
