Depression Among College Students is on The Rise Bensinger, DuPont & Associates say parents and employers need to know warning signs.
Michigan Health Care Costs Increase in 2008Health insurance costs are rising across the country, and the health care industry is no exception.
Indiana Health Care Costs Increase in 2008Health insurance costs are rising across the country, and the health care industry is no exception.
Illinois Health Care Costs Increase in 2008Health insurance costs are rising across the country, and the health care industry is no exception.
Ohio Health Care Costs Increase in 2008Health insurance costs are rising across the country, and the health care industry is no exception. The 2008 Healthcare eSurvey – Ohio results found the average premium increase was 9.6 percent for all plans. In contrast, the average premium increase found nationally for all industries was 11.1 percent.
Trade Shows RevisitedFinding new value in old tactics
National Council on Aging and Human Arc: Partnering to Help Low Income Health Plan MembersNew partnership enables members of participating Medicare health plans to determine their potential qualification for benefits programs and then, if qualified, get expert assistance to apply and get enrolled.
Travel Healthcare Website RedesignTravel Healthcare is pleased to announce the launch of their new interactive website redesign. Travel Healthcare is a niche portal for healthcare professionals where employers can post jobs for healthcare personnel and healthcare professionals can anonymously post their upcoming availability for a new opportunity. Healthcare professionals are able to plan their entire year on the site and automatically receive matches to their geographical and timing preferences. Travel Healthcare has listings from all of the major healthcare facilities across the U.S. and also provides jobseekers with exclusive job opportunities not listed on other sites.
Marie Moran and Company introduces a workshop for individuals at life and career turning pointsDepression among college students is on the rise: Parents need to know warning signsWhile estimates of the number of students with mental health issues vary, there is no denying that action needs to be taken to reverse this upward trend.
NCOA Announces Grants for Expanding Self-Management ProgramThe Atlantic Philanthropies Support Projects to Help Older Adults with Chronic Conditions
More Companies are Creating Programs to Help Alleviate Worldwide HIV/AIDS EpidemicA recent study by the Conference Board has found that many companies have HIV/AIDS programs aimed at helping employees already suffering from the disease or at risk of infection.
Indiana Joins the List of States Providing Legal Protections to Nursing Mothers at the WorkplaceIn the past year, many jurisdictions have made measures to become breastfeeding-friendly for working mothers. As Littler Mendelson explains, one more State has joined the growing list.
Ceridian LifeWorks Healthy Habits Coaching added to Military OneSource offeringsMilitary Service Members and Their Families Now Have Access To Health Coaching, Weight and Stress Management Solutions
Patient Centered Primary Care Collaborative releases new guidelines for health care purchasersFramework includes sample RFI language, advantages of buying care that reflects patient centered medical home concept
Alliance for Wellness ROI, Inc. Selects VitalSpring as Exclusive Technology PartnerBMW NA, Henry Ford Health System, Kraft Foods Global Inc., Mastercard Worldwide and Schlumberger Will Leverage the VitalSpring Award-Winning Health Benefits Solution to Drive Industry Standards For Wellness Programs
A Complimentary Webcast for HR and Benefits Executives is Scheduled for April 22nd
Obesity Costs U.S. Companies as Much as $45 Billion a YearThe bottom lines of companies are getting heavier. . . mainly because the rate of obesity in the U.S. has risen drastically. The Conference Board shares more.
DOL Checklist Offers Key to the Mysteries of Wellness Program IdentificationCertain health promotion or disease prevention programs offered by a group health plan – commonly known as wellness programs – must comply with Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) wellness program regulations. Littler Mendelson shares this study.
Employee Discounts for Companies, Regardless of their Employee SizePerkline, Inc. provides a private label managed services solution to free you and your HR staff from the time and headaches involved in providing your employees with a comprehensive and dynamic employee discount program.
New "Wellness Score" from CIGNA Can Forecast Health Risks Years in AdvanceOnline questionnaire and sophisticated analytics predict future impact; combined with online coaching to help improve health.
JWT INSIDE Presents Summer Webinar SeriesJWT INSIDE, one of the world’s leading recruitment marketing and employment communications companies, announced it will host a webinar series for clients discussing trends and current topics related to health care recruitment. The tight team of experts from JWT INSIDE will present on the topics of Search Engine Marketing, Emerging Media, Metrics, Social Networking and more. The webinar series, “Health Care Summer Series of Webinars” begins this month with “Search Engine Marketing in Health Care Recruitment”.
Obesity Costs U.S. Companies as Much as $45 Billion a Year,The Conference Board ReportsThe rate of obesity in the United States has doubled in the last 30 years, and those extra pounds weigh on companies’ bottom lines, according to a new report from The Conference Board. Today, 34 percent of American adults fit the definition of “obese.”
Management Should Commit to Skills Say Senior Healthcare ProfessionalsSenior healthcare professionals voting at a Skills for Health consultation event believe that high level commitment and investment in skills transformation is critical to improving patient care.
Alegent Health Partners with Enwisen to Deliver World-Class Onboarding SolutionEnwisen, the leader in on-demand workforce communications solutions, today announced that Alegent Health, the largest not-for-profit, faith-based healthcare system in Nebraska and southwestern Iowa, has selected and gone live with Enwisen’s AnswerSource Onboarding solution – a leading onboarding orchestration technology that automates the three key components of onboarding: task management, forms management and socialization.
The Wrong Civilian Work Environment can be Hazardous to the Health of Combat Exposed VeteransFormer Walter Reed psychiatrist Dr. Cynthia J. Washington explains, "veterans with combat related PTSD or similar challenges are significantly restricted in that certain reasonably predictable work environments will exacerbate their condition, albeit with substantial variation." Maryland headquartered DESTIN Enterprises, L.L.C. and Chicago-based Kaleidoscope Group, L.L.C., in association with Dr. Washington, have developed a comprehensive training and education program known as PERCEVD, "Preparing Employers to Reintegrate Combat Exposed Veterans with Disabilities". Kaleidoscope's nationally renowned CEO, Doug Harris, projects that "PERCEVD is essential for managing interplay between reasonable accommodations and conduct rules for combat exposed veterans, whether an employer's related goal is diversity and inclusion, ADA or USERRA compliance."
Prescription Solutions named winner in URAC's Best Practices in Consumer Empowerment and Protection Prescription Solutions wins the Silver medal in first-ever
nationwide competition recognizing health management programs that
empower, protect consumers
Standing Out: Benefits That Impact RecruitmentThe number of Maryland organizations actively recruiting has increased over the last five years from 93.1 to 99 percent. In this competitive market, employers must look to a variety of benefits to stand out.
Best-Selling Career Reference Forecasts the Future Job MarketThe most popular career reference ever, the Occupational Outlook Handbook, is hitting book shelves in a new 2008-2009 edition. Packed with updates, this authoritative resource has changed significantly from previous editions to include some surprising information about today's job market.
U.S. Preventive Medicine and deCODE Genetics Sign Letter of Intent to Expand Personalized Medicine U.S. Preventive Medicine, a leading provider of prevention and corporate wellness programs, and deCODE Genetics, announced today they have signed a letter of intent to expand their businesses in the U.S. and internationally by adding genetic testing to their array of wellness and personalized medicine services.
Corporate Counseling Associates Helps Law Firms Retain Top Talent with Integrated EAP Corporate Counseling Associates Helps Law Firms Retain Top Talent with Integrated EAP & Work/Life ProgramsStress management, elder care assistance and counseling are key elements of an EAP & Work/Life program that enjoys above-average utilization rates among law firms.
Unum begins nationwide launch of Simply Unum a benefits solution to address needs Unum begins nationwide launch of Simply Unum, a benefits solution to address needs of small to midsize employers
Enwisen to Present Workplace HR & Safety Magazine’s Onboarding Audio Conference Deepjot “DJ” Chhabra, president of Enwisen, the leader in on-demand workforce communications solutions
Alliance for Work-Life Progress Announces 2008 Work-Life Rising Star HonoreesAlliance for Work-Life Progress (AWLP), an entity of WorldatWork that defines and recognizes innovation, best practices and work-life thought leadership, recently announced the recipients of the AWLP Work-Life Rising Star recognition program.
SNAPforSeniors® now helps BenefitsCheckUp® users locate housing optionsSenior Housing Locator launched as a companion tool to widely used Web service.
SIMPLE THINGS HELP EMPLOYEES MANAGE STRESS OF TAX SEASONWith April 15th around the corner, the financial stress of tax season placed added pressure on many individuals, putting their physical and mental health at risk. “It’s important for people to be aware of the pressures that peak during certain times of the year --- such as tax season --- and take proactive steps to prepare for and manage their stress,” says Oliver Williams, Administrative Director of Bensinger, DuPont & Associates, a national EAP firm. “If left unchecked, research shows that financial stress leads to myriad health issues such as depression, sleep disorders, headaches, high blood pressure, and digestive and eating issues.”
The Economics of Employee Health: A Business Approach to WellnessHealthy employees are not only more productive, but they also save a company money. Erica Wandtke shares more.
Retirement: The Biggest Job You'll Ever Have Part TwoLife after work can be very busy. Many retirees have big plans including relocating. Abby Anderson explains.
ARAG Study Reports Seven Out of 10 Employees Suffer Personal Legal WoesFor many workers, their family, financial, home or automobile legal woes compete for time and attention - resulting in lower job performance, productivity and morale.
Health and Fitness Industry Gets Moving on Capitol Hill to Champion Legislation Encouraging Exercise6th Annual IHRSA Summit Pumps Prevention to Curb Weighty Health Care Costs
Study has shown that most older Americans prefer to stay in their own homes as they age Study after study has shown that most older Americans prefer to stay in their own homes as they age rather than move into an assisted living facility or other long-term care facility
AARP and NCOA Launch On Line Tool to Help Older Americans Access Economic Stimulus PaymentsApplying for economic stimulus payments easier for more than 20 million Americans thanks to the development of a new online tool developed jointly by AARP Tax-Aide and the National Council on Aging's (NCOA) BenefitsCheckUp®.
Only 9% Feel Comfortable Discussing Depression at Work Despite EpidemicWith the World Health Organisation predicting that depression will be the second most disabling disease in the world by 2020, it is of great concern that only 9% of people living with depression feel comfortable discussing their illness with work colleagues.
Stress Free Career Change TelecourseDuring a recent interview on Inside Success Radio, Marina Spence, creator of the Stress-Free Career Change System shared that according to studies, career change is reported to be one of the top ten causes of stress in a person's life.
International Health, Racquet & Sportsclub Association Applauds Introduction The International Health, Racquet &
Sportsclub Association expressed today its ardent support for the Workforce
Health Improvement Program (WHIP) Act (H.R.1748 and S. 1038)-legislation
that promotes fitness in the workforce to help keep Americans healthy.
American Community Names Two Key ExecutivesAmerican Community names two key executives.
The first-ever comprehensive awards competition and conference March 25-26, 2008 in Orlando, FloridaURAC, the Washington, D.C.-based independent accreditor which offers more than 20 accreditation and certification programs along the continuum of care. Currently URAC accredits more than 400 health care management organizations operating in all 50 states.
Wellness Programs – In Search of Health AssuranceAmerican employees have quite the appetite.. but on the lighter side. As Dr. Ronald S. Leopold reports, American workers are hungry for wellness, prevention and fitness programs.
RETIREMENT: The Biggest Job You'll Ever HaveWhen thinking of retirement there are many issues we need to take into account, including financial. Have we saved enough? How do we save enough? What might be other sources of income other than savings? Abby Anderson of Solutions EAP has some answers.
Laura Dion-Jones Casey to be Featured in "Women's World" Magazine in Dramatic Weight Loss StoryThe feature tells the vital role daily walking played in Laura's tremendous 130-pound weight loss success story. By making walking her daily form of cardio, Laura lost 130 pounds in 2 1/2 years the old-fashioned way - on her own - and she is now into her forth year of maintenance. Cutting white starch and sugar from her diet are also crucial components to her incredible weight loss success and as with her daily walking, she continues to follow a low-carb lifestyle.
Corporate Synergies to Drive Funding Corporate Synergies to Drive FundingCorporate Synergies, a full-service independent benefits consultant and brokerage firm, today announced their support with SaVes4ALS’ Dining & Dancing with the Stars event to help build awareness and funding for The ALS Association, Greater Philadelphia Chapter.
Buck's Canadian Health Care Survey Finds Slight Slowdown in Cost IncreasesBuck's Canadian Health Care Survey Finds Slight Slowdown in Cost Increases, But Double-Digit Trend Continues
American Specialty Health and INSPIRIS win top honors in URAC’s Best Practices American Specialty Health and INSPIRIS win top honors in URAC’s Best Practices in Consumer Empowerment and Protection Awards.
Esteemed judges spotlight 22 winning programs for setting new benchmarks in consumer-focused care
Chamness Relocation: Celebrating 20 Years of SuccessChamness Relocation Services, Inc., a nationwide provider of destination services headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, is proud to celebrate its 20 year anniversary.
Duane Lee has joined Buck Consultants as a Principal in the firm's Pittsburgh officeLee joins Buck from Hewitt Associates, where he served as Principal and Health Management Consulting Actuary. Prior to that, he spent 19 years with Buck.
Transition Back From the War—Our Veterans, Their Families and Communities They've fought overseas and now it's time to come home. Does life just continue on as it had before employees headed off to war? Byron Fischer of Solutions EAP says veterans need more than thanks and prayers.
Want More Loyal Employees? Offer Them Backup Child and Elder Care, New Poll FindsThis release shares results of an online poll showing that a vast majority of working parents would be more loyal to employers who offered them backup care assistance.
Acquisition Creates Top B2B Media Platform in Fast-Growing SegmentsCrossing Media, Owner of HRO Today, FAO Today, CRO and HRO Europe Magazines, Acquires SharedXpertise, Creating Top B2B Media Platform in Fast-Growth Segments
The Mid-Atlantic Healthcare Caucus Designed to Protect Your Company’s Healthcare Benefits The Mid-Atlantic Healthcare Caucus Designed to Protect Your Company’s Healthcare Benefits and its Bottom Line for C-level and HR Professionals
Morehead Webinar Presents Framework for Increasing Physician Engagement through Action PlanningCompany’s extensive experience in collecting and analyzing physician data leads to action planning framework
Join LifeCare's Free Stress Management WebinarThis announcement offers readers an open invitation to join LifeCare's upcoming free webinar on the management of stress in the workplace.
Coaching Improves Employee Wellness Success RatesWorkplace Options' "Advantage Live Well" Pairs Personal Coaching with Online Programs for Optimal Results
Companies Not Fully Tapping Potential of Onsite Health CentersLack of Performance Measurement Cited as Top Impediment to Operations
Chantel Sheaks Joins Buck Consultants as PrincipalChantel Sheaks has joined Buck Consultants as Principal of Government Affairs in the firm's Washington, D.C. office.
WorldatWork Names Several Vice PresidentsWorldatWork, an association of human resource professionals from FORTUNE 500 and other leading organizations worldwide, recently announced the appointments and promotions of several executives.
Michael Rudnick to Lead HCI Masters Webcast for Talent and HR ProfessionalsThe Human Capital Institute (HCI), a global education and professional association that defines excellence and establishes standards for the new business science of strategic talent management, in collaboration with Watson Wyatt Worldwide, a leading global consulting firm, will host intranet and portal guru, Michael Rudnick, for a Master’s Webcast presentation on Wednesday, March 26, 2008 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. EST.
Lynda Fleury selected for ISE Southeast Award 2008Unum and Home Depot IT executives honored for achievements in information security
Integrated Benefits Institute Accepting 2007 Employer Benchmark Data Reliable, source-protected data enables employers to make key business decisions on benefits programs
Harris, Rothenberg International, LLC, Receives MerComm Award for “Healthy Weight Campaign”Harris, Rothenberg International (HRI), LLC, a global performance management company, has received the Bronze MerComm award for its “Healthy Weight Campaign.”
Minimum Wage Increase Updates on FLSA Compliance BookFLSA Compliance: An Overview for the HR Professional is an updated overview with that will save time and help maintain compliance among federal, state and local rules.
PDMS Software Development Team GrowsThree New Appointments Underline Growth For Successful Software Company
For Companies Going Through Job ReduRiseSmart Offers a New, More Proactive Approach to Outplacement Through RiseSmart Transition Management Services, “Job Concierges” Help Laid-Off Employees Find Their Next Job
Standing Out: Benefits That Impact RecruitmentThe number of Colorado and Utah organizations actively recruiting has increased over the last five years from 81.9 percent to include nearly all companies. In this competitive market, employers must look to a variety of benefits to stand out.
Suzanne Johnson Joins Buck Consultants as DirectorSuzanne Johnson has joined Buck Consultants as a Director in the firm's Secaucus, NJ office.
Standing Out: Benefits That Impact RecruitmentThe number of Arizona, New Mexico and Nevada organizations actively recruiting has increased over the last five years from 89.5 to 98.8 percent. In this competitive market, employers must look to a variety of benefits to stand out.
More Companies, Workers Adopt Consumer-Directed Health PlansNearly Half of Employers Now Have CDHPs, Watson Wyatt/National Business
Group on Health Survey Finds
Employee Health Report CardA recent study by ComPsych found that many employees know they need healthier habits, but most aren't accountable for their health. ComPsych shares more.
SOCIAL MEDIA: THE NEXT FRONTIER IN EMPLOYEE COMMUNICATIONWatson Wyatt Experts Say Social Media Can Benefit Employers;Guidelines for Use, Change Management the Key
MORE COMPANIES, WORKERS ADOPT CONSUMER-DIRECTED HEALTH PLANSNearly Half of Employers Now Have CDHPs,
Watson Wyatt/National Business Group on Health Survey Finds
Pension Protection Act Updates to Benefits Compliance BookWith basic employment safeguards to communicate to senior management, this reader-friendly summary of federal laws by WorldatWork is essential when it comes to compliance in employee benefit plan design, maintenance and operation.
March Madness Fuels Office GamblingHarmless pools, online streaming of games entice potential problem gamblers
Vandover Announces Keith Allen as Vice President, Business DevelopmentRelocation Industry Expert Creates Strategic Partnerships
Education Level and Marital Status Among Factors Influencing 401(k) InvestingEducation Level And Marital Status Among Factors Influencing 401(k)Investing, Watson Wyatt Finds
RSM McGladrey, Receives The Conference Board Moving Into the Future AwardRSM McGladrey, a leading accounting, tax and business consulting firm, received The Conference Board’s Moving Into the Future Award for their innovative Coach-on-Call WorkLife solution. The annual award features companies that creatively address workplace issues that yield positive impact.
RSM McGladrey Receives The Conference Board Work Life Leadership Council’s Moving Into the Future AwRSM McGladrey, a leading accounting, tax and business consulting firm, received The Conference Board’s Moving Into the Future Award for their innovative Coach-on-Call WorkLife solution. The annual award features companies that creatively address workplace issues that yield positive impact.
Employers Should Be Cautious Not To Discriminate Against Caregiving EmployeesEmployees have rights as caregivers. . . does your organization respect them? If not, beware says Pepper Hamilton LLP.
Workscape Recaps Banner Year; 2007 Record Sales Growth Attributed to New Clients and Strong Product Company’s Unique Leadership Position in Talent Management and Benefits Administration Categories Further Supported by Numerous Successful Implementations, Strategic Relationships and New Product Offerings
Vandover Announces Keith Allen as Vice President, Business DevelopmentRelocation Industry Expert Creates Strategic Partnerships
Standing Out: Benefits That Impact RecruitmentThe number of Texas organizations actively recruiting has increased over the last five years from 83.7 to 95 percent. In this competitive market, employers must look to a variety of benefits to stand out. While most companies include time off, health insurance and pension plans as part of their compensation packages, there are other types of benefits organizations are utilizing, such as dependent parent health coverage, tuition reimbursement, child care and relocation assistance.
Maryland and Virginia Organizations Search for Employees in 2007The competition for top performers is heating up as 98.8 percent of organizations are actively recruiting, according to the results from the 2007 Compensation Data - Maryland/Virginia survey of 260 employers.
Leading EAP Provider Announces Three Major Executive AppointmentsACI Specialty Benefits – one of the nation’s Top Ten EAP providers – is excited to announce the appointment of three top executives: Thomas Lee as Vice President of Global Sales, Danelle Pereira as Director of AppleCore Wellness and Ike Okenwa as Global Benefits Executive.
The Irony of Achieving a Work/Life Balance“Be mindful of the need to balance home and career” suggests Sharyn Mosca. In this article Sharyn delves into the latest research, offering a compelling and surprising case for achieving more balance and leadership success.
Standing Out: Benefits That Impact RecruitmentThe number of California organizations actively recruiting has increased over the last five years from 85.5 to 95.7 percent. In this competitive market, employers must look to a variety of benefits to stand out.
New White Paper Examines the Hallmarks, Advantages of a Strategic EAP over Gatekeeper Benefit Models“EAPs: Commodity or Workforce Investment?” now available to download from Corporate Counseling Associates
Providence Health Care Named a Best Employer for New Canadians Providence Health Care (PHC) has been selected as one of the 20 Best Employers for New Canadians for 2008, a designation that recognizes the nation's best employers for recent immigrants.
EMPLOYERS USING BENEFITS ENROLLMENT SYSTEMSTO DRIVE EMPLOYEE BEHAVIOR CHANGEEmployers most satisfied when enrollment systems, related resources are integrated
Enwisen Names John McLaughlin Vice President of FinanceEnwisen, a leader in on-demand workforce communications solutions, today announced that John McLaughlin has joined the company as vice president of Finance, bringing an extensive background in finance and accounting.
Infohrm Announces Industry Consortiums for Human Capital MeasurementWill address sector-specific workforce planning, reporting, and analytics challenges.
Marathon Health Appoints Jerry Ford Chief Executive OfficerMarathon Health today announced that Jerry Ford has been appointed chief executive officer of the company.
Cullen Bunn Named Vandover’s Vice President of Marketing Cullen Bunn Named Vandover’s Vice President of Marketing - Career Management and Relocation Transition Firm Leverages Internal Talent to Further Strengthen Foothold in Market
Cullen Bunn has been appointed to the position of Vice President of Marketing and Communications for Vandover, a St. Louis-based career management and relocation transition firm.
Unhappy Workers Often Turn to Spirituality for DirectionAs job satisfaction rates continue to decline, many job seekers and workers are hoping to find their career calling through faith, according to a recently-released book by America's Career and Life Coach, Susan Britton Whitcomb.