Income Matters, CDIA. The Loneliness Epidemic is Making Us Sicker.

The Loneliness Epidemic is Making Us Sicker

Christi Doe, M.Ed., CPDM, Senior Consultant, Member Relations, Council for Disability Income Awareness   With decades of experience in the insurance industry and as someone who has experienced a difficult period of isolation, I’m increasingly interested in the relationship between loneliness and health-related disabilities. Today, America is in the middle of a loneliness epidemic that…

Income Matters, CDIA. The Power of Storytelling and Its Connection to Disability Insurance.

The Power of Storytelling and Its Connection to Disability Insurance

Margaret O’Neill Underwriting & Thought Leadership GC Smith Group   Storytelling is an intrinsic part of our humanity. We share stories to reveal aspects of our lives, beliefs, and emotions. Storytelling helps us teach, explain, and connect with others in professional settings. The narratives we create shape our self-perception and worldview. So, how does storytelling…

Income Matters, CDIA. Employee happy at work in the office.

When Income Matters, Consider Stay-at-Work Services

Dan Jolivet, Ph.D., Workplace Possibilities Practice Consultant, The Standard   Income matters to virtually all workers, and the replacement of a percentage of income by disability insurance payments can make a tremendous difference for people who face a disabling injury or illness. But what if their disability insurance could help them remain on the job…

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Can Grief Become a Disability?

The short answer is “yes.” Grief is a natural and powerful response to loss that can sometimes overwhelm us. And, few of us grieve in the same way. We might experience it emotionally, physically, or cognitively, but for most of us, grief becomes manageable over time, even if the pain doesn’t fully go away.  …

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Redesigning for Independence: Home Upgrades That Empower

These days, it’s not uncommon to spend much more time at home, especially if you work remotely. The situation can be tricky if you’re an individual with a disability and your house was not made with your needs in mind. Luckily, you can make many changes and upgrades around your home to be happier, healthier,…

The role of environmental factors in supporting employees with disabilities

The Role of Environmental Factors in Supporting Employees with Disabilities

Gainful employment provides many benefits for people with disabilities, but environmental factors can be a roadblock to a rewarding experience. Noise, lighting, sensory challenges, and physical maneuverability can reduce productivity and increase stress levels for these employees. However, there are steps you can take to ensure that everyone, including your staff members with disabilities, enjoys…

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Inclusive Innovation: The Intersection of Technology and Accessibility

Fighting for a world where individuals living with different disabilities can live fully and freely. Right now, unique challenges present some limitations, like an inability to physically access certain places in public and participate in parts of the digital world.   But progress is being made with the help of technology. New tools continue to…

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Hey Gen X: Time to Protect Your Income

If you’re in your mid-to-late 40s, the options to protect your income may be coming to an end. If you don’t have income-protection disability insurance, you may find it’s more difficult to get it and that the cost is increasing.   Disability insurance? Yes, basic disability insurance is most affordable way to protect your income…

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Empowering Entrepreneurs With Disabilities Through E-Commerce

An unexpected disability can seem to wreak havoc on your plans for the future, especially if you’re an aspiring entrepreneur. Although 1 in 4 people in the United States experience some form of disability, new disabilities can feel both isolating and limiting, in their own way. Individuals with disabilities may experience significant mental stress compared…