Consolidated Appropriations Act Requires Plan Sponsors to Perform a MHPAEA Comprehensive Analysis

2021-05-12T19:13:52+00:00

The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (CAA) that was passed on December 27, 2020 is known primarily for its third round of direct payment stimulus checks. However, there were additional health benefit related provisions including: (1) expanded relief for health and dependent care flexible spending arrangements; (2) new reporting requirements for commission and similar compensation; [...]

Consolidated Appropriations Act Requires Plan Sponsors to Perform a MHPAEA Comprehensive Analysis2021-05-12T19:13:52+00:00

Anyone Can Lower Stress

2021-01-28T15:53:26+00:00

If 2020 wasn't everyone’s most stressful year, it has to rank among the top for sure. From hardship created by the Coronavirus to unrest in our biggest cities, virtually everyone’s routines have been disrupted. Whether you’re working from home or transitioning back to the office, here are some steps you can take to improve your [...]

Anyone Can Lower Stress2021-01-28T15:53:26+00:00

Supporting Employees During These Stressful Times

2021-01-21T15:59:41+00:00

For many of us, the start of another week means trudging downstairs to a make-shift office, in our sweats, with the dog following close behind. It means balancing 8th grade algebra and 5th grade spelling tests in the middle of Zoom calls and emails to clients. It means a routine that is casual but boring. [...]

Supporting Employees During These Stressful Times2021-01-21T15:59:41+00:00

Should You Be Doing More About Mental Health?

2020-10-15T14:32:08+00:00

There is little doubt that the COVID-19 pandemic has taken a toll on the mental well-being of many Americans. In addition to dealing with fear of the virus and social isolation, economic pressures have continued to grow. Many who have continued to work have been forced to balance working remotely with caring for children who [...]

Should You Be Doing More About Mental Health?2020-10-15T14:32:08+00:00

Supporting Behavioral Health

2020-05-15T14:05:37+00:00

Nearly 1 in 5 U.S. adults live with a mental illness. Since it has become virtually impossible to avoid a condition at work, here are some of the factors involved. First, professionals tell us that multiple cycles can impact health and productivity in different ways. Conditions can trigger at any time and while early symptoms [...]

Supporting Behavioral Health2020-05-15T14:05:37+00:00

Meeting the Mental Health Needs of Employees and Plan Participants

2020-04-03T19:14:38+00:00

This blog was published on April 3, 2020 International's Foundation of Employee Benefits Plans Blog, written by Robbie Hartman, CEBS. Photo source: blog.ifebp.org. In rapid time, the coronavirus has upended the benefit industry’s way of work. Most offices stand empty or operate with a skeleton crew, as employees and plan participants keep their distance and work [...]

Meeting the Mental Health Needs of Employees and Plan Participants2020-04-03T19:14:38+00:00

Mental Health Days

2019-07-25T08:00:05+00:00

As more workers struggle with stress in and out of the workplace, some are requesting time off in order to cope. This is not a problem for companies with sick-day policies that allow employees to use their paid personal days for any reason. In other workplaces, people who are honest about asking for a mental [...]

Mental Health Days2019-07-25T08:00:05+00:00

Getting Creative About Behavioral Health

2018-12-20T08:00:44+00:00

With behavioral health conditions impacting one in five Americans, it’s no wonder we’re seeing more employers search for ways to provide members with better access to behavioral healthcare benefits. Statistics show that many employees, including some that are insured, fail to get the mental healthcare they need. Because self-funded health plans provide plan design flexibility, [...]

Getting Creative About Behavioral Health2018-12-20T08:00:44+00:00

Fighting Depression in the Workplace

2018-09-20T08:00:15+00:00

While awareness of mental health concerns in the workplace is increasing, studies repeatedly show that not enough employees feel comfortable utilizing mental health benefits. Furthermore, many employees are often unaware mental health benefits are even available. With more than 40 million Americans living with depression, it’s more important than ever to make sure the workplace [...]

Fighting Depression in the Workplace2018-09-20T08:00:15+00:00

May is Mental Health Awareness Month – Why Your Company Should Care

2018-05-14T14:01:10+00:00

This article was published on May 4, 2018 on Corporate Fitness & Health’s blog. Photo Credit Corporate Fitness & Health. Given that most of us spend a good amount of our time at work, it should come as no surprise that our work environment plays a significant role in our mental health and overall well-being. Despite [...]

May is Mental Health Awareness Month – Why Your Company Should Care2018-05-14T14:01:10+00:00
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