Jackie’s house burns down in a fire. She makes it out safely, but nearly everything she owns is gone. Another coworker lost their daughter in the Texas Hill country floods this year. Doug’s wife was recently diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and the medical costs and out-of-pocket amounts will be devastating to their family. Situations like this play out across organizations where an unplanned event can place a real hardship on a coworker. This is why …

The employer plan sponsors that I have met with since COVID is now in the rear view mirror may have noticed a sterner tone during our strategic planning meetings. When we discuss strategies around preventive medicine, well-being, or clinical programs, not having a plan means you plan to fail. The reason is simple. I saw a system fail a family member and it impacted his quality of life when it was all completely preventable.

It is enrollment season for most employers and for those eligible for Medicare. Employees turning 65 face an important choice: should they sign up for Medicare or stick with their employer’s health plan? While employers can’t push employees to switch to Medicare, they can assist by providing clear information and access to unbiased experts for support—like the services provided by Alliant Medicare Solutions.