Healthcare

Companies offering benefits that workers feel demonstrate compassion, such as flexible hours and paid leave, are more likely to have higher retention rates.

The HR organization is pushing for employers to provide alternate work arrangements and a minimum level of time off.

New analytics tools are enhancing HR professionals’ abilities to target and engage employees.

The analytics firm recently added a fertility benefit that gives employees $40,000 to spend on conception services.

As the Senate crafts its version of the ACA replacement bill, employers believe that a levy on coverage will see higher costs.

Career development opportunities, compassion and benefits that fit workforce demographics are key, says the company’s chief human resources officer.

Still, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell said he expects to provide a ‘discussion draft’ of the measure Thursday and that it likely will go to the floor for a vote next week.

As Washington debates the AHCA, states are pushing plans that would wipe out health insurance companies.

The Senior Citizens League says that seniors on Social Security can expect an increase in cost of living adjustments not seen since 2012.

Many employers wrongly believe they don’t need a plan document in place and think that health insurers are experts on regulations.