Employee Assistance Programs Promote Good Mental Health
According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, mental illnesses affect 40 million people in the U.S. These statistics reveal those who have been diagnosed; but there are still many individuals who are unable to seek help. Only 36 percent of people receive treatment for anxiety and depression.
5 Surprising Ways Employers Can Help Employees Stay Healthy
There’s a saying that brains, like hearts, go where they are appreciated. This not only applies to individuals in general, but to employees as well.
Technology Influencing Human Resource Practices
Traditional methods of hiring employees print ads and evolution paper work. Now with video interviews and digital platforms for professional connections the hiring process has evolved.
Why Firms Should Have Employee Wellness Programs
The NJ Health Department is also testing a “Working Well Toolkit” program. The goal is to promote healthy behaviors and prevent chronic illness.
Highlights Of Affordable Care Act
The Affordable Care Act (the ACA) was passed and made in the law in 2010.
Voluntary Benefits
Healthcare costs will only continue to inflate according to recent trends, which will inevitably shift the cost onto employees and result in increased premiums every month. This makes voluntary benefits the new buzzword in the workplace. According to a survey conducted by Willis Towers Watson, over 92% of US employers now believe that voluntary benefits […]
Top Voluntary Benefits
The disruption brought about by technology has also seeped through the workplace. Employees now want the same level of customization in a comprehensive benefits package offered as part of their job. Given that voluntary benefits don’t really take too much of a toll on the bottom line of a business, a slew of voluntary benefits […]
The culture of paid time off (PTO) in the US
It has become expected of workers to burn the midnight oil without taking a break. Research from the Department of Psychology of the State University of New York has shown that workers who have skipped on their vacations for five years in a row are at a 30% increased risk of suffering from heart attacks […]
How to Inform Employees About Outsourcing Benefits Administration
Outsourcing benefits administration can help employers manage employee benefits more efficiently. It may give employees better access to enrollment tools, benefits information, support channels, and plan documents. But for employees, a benefits administration change can feel confusing if it is not explained well. They may wonder who will answer their questions, whether their benefits are […]
Making the best of your retirement
Despite numerous horror stories circulating around the internet about the importance of saving for retirement, few Americans take their savings account seriously. Experts say that no matter what your age is, you should start saving now. Here are 7 ways to make the best out of your retirement plan Retire at age 65 or more […]
