From fitness videos and meditation apps to financial wellness and mental health help, a look at new resources available to aid employers and employees.
<= Paid parental leave Wellness components that address mental health are growing in importance as more employees struggle with conditions including stress, anxiety and depression. Employers are beginning to recognize the toll mental-health concerns take on workers' personal and professional lives. "The business case for offering effective and affordable mental healthcare is strong," says Michael […]
<= Mental-health assistance Tuition assistance has been around for a while, but it's growing in popularity. The benefit helps employees attain higher education and develop their skills, which can be valuable for both the employer and employee. "As the pace of technological change accelerates, the role–and value–of education in the workplace is exploding," says Patrick […]
<= Financial-wellness programs As there is no federal mandate for employers to provide paid time off for new parents, employers that offer generous paid parental-leave policies have an edge when it comes to keeping workers happy and on the job. The benefit also is a factor when it comes to recruiting talent: New hires looking […]
<= Vaping support Virtual-care options can be valuable in terms of saving employees time and saving employers money. One big advantage? They can help triage and treat certain illnesses and conditions during any hour of the day and, in the process, save money on pricy emergency-room visits. "Given the challenges with access to primary-care services […]
