Voluntary benefits

The program offers at-risk employees feedback in real time, as well as visualizations to analyze and flag potential pregnancy concerns.

The number of U.S. small businesses has been reduced by 29% in the past year due to the COVID pandemic, according to data from Opportunity Insights.

COVID is exacerbating the caregiving crisis and employees need specialized benefits to provide support.

Our top stories from January look at predictions for the workplace this year and how employers plan to tackle COVID-19 vaccinations.

The one-year mark since coronavirus engulfed the U.S. is here. Employers and employees are continuing to adapt to remote work while contemplating their plans for a return to the office.

Through the HealthJoy app, First Person’s employer clients will have access to a personalized benefits wallet that will house their insurance, HSA, retirement and other employer provided benefits.

“This is the decade of the working family,” says Cleo CEO SarahJane Sacchetti. Benefits that support mental health and special needs will be a top priority in 2021.

Providing student loan assistance has rapidly gained traction as an employee benefit because it’s often a win-win for employers and employees.

Fertility and family planning services have seen a surge during COVID, says Peter Nieves, chief operating officer of WINFertility. Employees are planning ahead and utilizing these benefits before it’s too late.

The benefit allows employers to make contributions directly to employees' 529 accounts.

Our Rising Star Awards nomination deadline has been extended. And don’t miss these top workplace benefit stories from EBN’s editorial team.

Employers should consider adding student loan benefits, if they want to attract potential hires.

Wolverine Worldwide, SAP and Progressive have all added to or expanded their benefits to provide employees with pet-specific programs.

Working parents need more child care solutions in 2021. One benefit company is making on-demand virtual child care an accessible option.

Our Rising Star Awards nomination form is live. And don’t miss these top workplace benefit stories from EBN’s editorial team.

Papa helps employee caregivers by providing their loved one with companionship and help around the house — even during quarantine.

An employee may spend between $700 and $2,000 per year in veterinary bills to care for a healthy pet; pet insurance benefits can help alleviate this burden.

Although it shows promise for reducing unnecessary healthcare spending and costs, and for improving decision making without adverse effects on clinical outcomes, shared decision making adoption has not been widespread.

Your guide on how employers can best support working parents from Employee Benefit News’ top stories of 2020.

Employees are more likely to remain with their current employer if they offer a student loan benefit.