Caring for Employee Financial Health

The Council for Disability Awareness is happy to announce the expansion of our blog to include topics of importance to employers. Our goal is to create a discussion with human resource and business leaders that covers all things related to the workplace and employee benefits. One topic we will highlight more frequently is employers’ expanding focus on employee financial health and wellness.

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Social Media and Our Health

Who is using social media when it comes to health? A PricewaterhouseCoopers report on social media and health care indicates that 42 percent of individuals viewing health information on social media look at health-related consumer reviews.

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Five Tips for Navigating the Office After an Injury

Recovering from a foot, knee, or ankle injury that inhibits your mobility? You’re not alone. People with knee, leg, or foot injuries may find difficulty in returning to work and navigating the office accordingly. These tips for getting around the office with impaired mobility can help.

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Four Smart Investment Decisions to Make in Your Thirties

Our first few years out of college often involve changing jobs, partners, and even cities a few times until we find the right career fit. It’s time to start thinking about how the financial decisions you make today will affect your future life and retirement goals.

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Remote Work: The New Normal

Remote work. The virtual office. Virtual teams. Once, this described the workplace of the future. Today, it’s a workplace reality being embraced by employers and employees alike. What is it about remote work that is so beneficial, and what has changed to cause this proliferation?

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What is Your Biggest Financial Stress?

Did you know 65 percent of Americans lose sleep over financial stress? More specifically, Americans lost sleep over the cost of healthcare more than any other financial stress. That’s a significant increase from the previous year. Here is why

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Be Prepared: How Much Disability Insurance Do I Need?

How much disability insurance do you actually need? Can you sustain your standard of living if you bring in approximately 70% of your income? How prepared are you for a disability? We explore these and more

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Answering the Question: Disability Insurance – Yes or No?

Over half of the American population has less than one month’s income put aside for emergencies. Around 40% of Americans are not able to meet an unexpected expense of $400. You can financially prepare for the possibility of disability. The first step is realizing there’s no good excuse for not seeking out disability insurance.

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Income Insurance Options for Freelance Workers

Unlike full-time workers, freelancers typically aren’t entitled to paid sick days or vacation time. Being unexpectedly unable to work for a few weeks can deal a serious blow to a freelancer’s budget. Disability insurance can help decrease the burden of dealing with an unanticipated injury or illness.

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Taking Time Off to Have a Baby

Pregnancy involves much anticipation, preparation and uncertainty. Expectant moms know they ought to eat well, but there are many aspects of pregnancy and preparation for life beyond that are not as clear. Everyone’s experience is unique, and, for most people, navigating what comes next—not only the changes a baby brings, but also immediate questions about leave and health benefits—can be an unfamiliar and complicated process.

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