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Employers build benefits packages with the best of intentions, but too many options or the wrong ones altogether can frustrate employees and drain company resources.

Nearly half of employees said they are confused by parts of their benefits plans in a recent survey by MetLife, while other studies place the number as high as 85%. An overwhelming amount of options is an issue for some, but 53% cite a lack of communication from employers, according to financial services company LIMRA. For others, the frustration lies in not having access to the benefits they need: The Employee Benefits Research Institute found that almost 20% of employees would go as far as taking a lower wage in exchange for more comprehensive healthcare offerings. 

While mental health and wellness have been major focus areas for employers over the past few years, a gap still exists for working parents. In a recent survey from hybrid healthcare platform Amwell, more than four out of five parents said mental health coverage for their children was an even larger priority than coverage for themselves. 

“There are a lot of families looking for mental health support for their children,” Crable says. Between social media and just growing up, [kids] feel stressed and under pressure. There’s a push to find one mental health provider who offers virtual support, provides in-person sessions when desired, and can support teens and adolescents.” 

Lee Hafner
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Lee joined the EBN team in 2022, and covers areas including caregiving, employee health and wellness, healthcare innovation, and company culture. She created EBN's popular Benefits in Action and … Read full bio


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