Benefit communication

The medical device company broadened its family care leave policy after consulting with employees.

After auditing a computer reimbursement program, employees were alleged to have returned the equipment to the manufacturer without notifying Fidelity.

The policy update is part of a broader change to the firm’s family-friendly benefits, which now include updated parental and caregiving leave, and adoption and surrogacy reimbursements.

Education and a refined benefits package offering could provide a boost to worker engagement.

Paid parental leave, adoption assistance and elder care are some perks that kick in on May 1.

Companies should build a culture of tolerance, educate employees so they can challenge misconceptions and offer benefits that make seeking care convenient and private.

Many workers aren’t using their pre-tax dollars as wisely as they could. But employers can help them avoid inappropriate care with tools that support informed medical decision-making.

Often overlooked, the benefit could provide much-needed relief to employees who need income replacement.

The knowledge that employers are paying claims can dramatically change employees’ entire outlook on health benefits and total compensation, says CBIZ's Zack Pace.

Adviser Paula Beersdorf offers employers different routes to becoming self-insured.