Each year, World Mental Health Day is recognized on October 10th, serving as a reminder of the importance of caring for our mental health just as we care for our physical health. The theme for 2025 is “Mental Health is a Universal Human Right”, emphasizing that everyone, everywhere, deserves access to the support and resources needed to thrive.

A group benefit plan plays a vital role in supporting employees’ mental health and overall quality of life:

• Reduce stress by providing quick access to professional support
• Improve quality of life by removing financial barriers to care
• Prevent mental health issues by encouraging early intervention and ongoing well-being practices

Group benefit plans also provide protection during catastrophic life events, such as a serious illness, accident, or death. These benefits help ease the financial and emotional burden families face during such times.

• Life Insurance ensures loved ones are financially supported if an employee passes away, helping cover immediate expenses and providing longer-term security.
• Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) benefits offer additional financial support in the event of a serious accident.
• Critical Illness or Disability Coverage can provide income replacement or a lump-sum payment, helping employees and their families manage expenses while focusing on recovery.

These protections bring peace of mind, knowing that in the face of life’s most challenging circumstances, support is available. This security can also reduce stress and anxiety, allowing employees to focus on their families, health, and well-being.

Financial stress is one of the leading contributors to poor mental health. Worries about debt, retirement savings, or unexpected expenses can weigh heavily on employees, affecting both their work and personal lives. A group savings plan helps ease that burden by giving employees tools to plan and save for the future.

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Our team recently met with PUSH Mama Care, an organization dedicated to making prenatal, postnatal, and parenting care more accessible, engaging, and evidence-based.

During our meeting, we were inspired by how PUSH Mama Care is working to create healthier parents, stronger families, and thriving workplaces. By focusing on convenience and accessibility, they are removing traditional barriers to care—ensuring that parents don’t have to choose between their well-being and their busy schedules. With a virtual-first approach, PUSH Mama Care combines trusted health expertise with digital innovation—supporting families from preconception through childhood, anytime and anywhere.

We were inspired by their mission to create healthier parents, stronger families, and thriving workplaces. Our team looks forward to exploring opportunities to collaborate and to continue supporting parents and families with innovative, evidence-based solutions.

Please note that our offices and tech support will be closed on

Monday October 13th, 2025.

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