New student loan laws could make financing college harder for working parents
Starting July 1, 2026 Parent PLUS loans will no longer be eligible for flexible repayment options.
Workplace
Alarm over rising fuel costs adds to employee financial stress
This is a good time for benefit leaders to highlight financial offerings, flexibility and alternative commuting practices to help offset price hikes.
Deadline extended: 2026 Excellence in Benefits Awards Nominations are now open
EBN is seeking their next class of exceptional benefit managers and HR leaders for this annual honor.
Benefits Think Why it’s time to treat leaves as a strategic business benefit
Employers now face an inflection point: recognize leaves as an opportunity to strengthen workplace culture or continue to treat them as a disruption.
How does your state rank in retirement savings?
A new SmartAsset study finds that retirement savings vary widely by state in 2026. See how your state ranks.
Most US workers hide caregiving duties from HR
A new survey finds U.S. employees conceal caregiving responsibilities, citing stigma and fear of career setbacks.
CVS Health joins international movement to become menopause accredited
The healthcare company partnered with Midovia to develop a holistic support network of benefits, education and training.
Centers of Excellence: A smarter strategy for employer healthcare
Leading employers are reshaping high-cost care through Centers of Excellence strategies.
When staying local isn’t best: Coordinated travel for select high-impact care
Centers of Excellence integrate clinical expertise with travel and logistical support to improve patient outcomes.
As AI boosts collaboration, employees resist office mandates
According to a career strategist, tech is making remote work just as productive and collaborative as in-person work.
Benefits Think How cognitive differences are driving workforce performance in 2026
Investing in a holistic design now will pay dividends in future performance and engagement.
Guide Unlock better health outcomes & ROI: Choosing the right weight health partner
Get seven evaluation essentials to compare weight health platforms, control GLP-1 costs, and drive sustainable results.
Nearly half of U.S. workers say they’re workaholics, survey finds
Three-quarters of employees say they work more than 40 hours a week, as employer expectations, economic pressure and blurred work boundaries fuel overwork.
You’ve built a good PTO policy. Help workers enjoy it
A workplace well-being expert shares simple tips that will encourage employees to leave work alone while on vacation.
A financial benefit that matches Trump’s $1K investment in kids
Starting July 2026, Acorns employees will receive $2,000 to put towards their children' s futures.
Benefits Think My journey from corporate HR to service provider
Vendor relationships that prioritize empathy, communication and simplicity in benefits offerings journey underscore the importance of collaboration.
Can increasing women’s access to specialists decrease insurance costs?
With a focus on menopause and urology, Blair Health aims to deliver better, more affordable care to women.
Trump’s immigration crackdown fails to deliver jobs for US-born workers
Despite job openings and increasing unemployment, employers are having a hard time filling roles formerly occupied by non-American workers.
On-Demand Web Seminar Benefits in 2026: Insights from the Benepass Benchmarking Guide
This webinar shows how top employers build lean, budget-defined programs with clearer visibility into spend.
Why ‘carewashing’ will drive employees away
Talk isn't enough. A better connection between offerings and effort from leadership is needed to make workers feel their health truly matters.
