Employee benefits

Caregiving is now a reality for nearly 1 in 4 U.S. workers, reshaping how employers think about benefits, flexibility and support for working families.

With the majority of employees living paycheck to paycheck, faster access to wages can give them a better shot at building financial security.

A look at the current challenges facing employees and employers, and how to deliver value to clients.

More holistic perks and benefits can keep turnover rates low as leaders shift from remote work to hybrid and in-person models.

Medicare now covers the medication for weight loss for eligible members, upping the need for corresponding lifestyle and behavioral benefits.

Employers are beginning to explore a wider range of offerings that support everyday financial stability and real-life priorities beyond traditional insurance options.

Adoption benefits rose again in 2026, with average reimbursement topping $16,700 and paid leave increasing, according to a new Dave Thomas Foundation survey.

Only 14% of workers let managers know they're struggling, according to a Headspace report, highlighting a missed opportunity for intervention.

With this alternative model, benefit professionals have the potential to not only stabilize employee health benefit costs but actually return dividends.

By assessing the needs of various employee populations within a workforce, benefits can be constructed to be more independent and effective.

HR and benefits leaders are using the shifting employee-employer dynamic to cut down on costs — but it can't last forever.

New SHRM research finds fewer employers offering generous 401(k) matches and flexible work, even as experts warn benefit cuts can hurt hiring and retention.

As Men's Health Month concludes, data and expert advice provide leaders with multiple ways to support their male employees in these four main categories of concern.

A new survey finds this male demographic is taking mental health leave at higher rates than other generations, as employers grapple with rising loneliness and shifting workplace norms.

Expanding care coverage is going to be crucial to improving access to care for employees struggling to make ends meet.

A new survey finds 77% of caregivers feel financially overwhelmed as they juggle jobs and care duties, exposing gaps in workplace support systems.

As healthcare prices and employee interest soar for the blood glucose and weight control drugs, offering coverage through lifestyle spending or specialty care accounts can help contain costs.