Delta Dental recently released their Senior Mental and Oral Health Report. This survey of over 1,000 older Americans found an “inextricable link” between older adults’ mental and oral health, with mental health challenges contributing to a lack of oral care. If dental care is neglected, then it can create a vicious circle and exacerbate feelings of depression.
According to figures from the National Funeral Directors Association, average funeral costs in 2022 were anywhere from $11,420 to $13,720.
Furthermore, these costs have been steadily increasing over the years. For instance, the average cost of a funeral in 1991 was $3,742. In 1995 it rose to $4,626 and in 2000 it rose to $5,180. Just 10 years ago, in 2012, it was only $7,075.
Qualtrics has released its Employee Experience Trends report for 2023. There are various conclusions in the report that paint an interesting picture of the upcoming workforce landscape, especially considering that Qualtrics has dubbed 2023, “The year employees restructure their relationship with work.”
According to a recent report from Morgan Stanley, 96% of HR leaders and 89% of employees feel that their company needs to do a better job educating employees about their benefits and coverage. This will help employees maximize their financial benefits and make the most of their group plans.
Offering ancillary benefits like dental coverage is certainly good for the employee. However, it can also greatly benefit the employer.
In the absence of regular and consistent dental care, it becomes significantly more likely that the employee will develop significant health issues. As a result, employees are more likely to miss work, which in turn causes a tremendous loss of productivity.
Did you know that CoPower now accepts credit and debit cards as Quick Pay options? We still offer ACH, but we are pleased to offer these additional payment options for even more convenience.
At this time, this option is only available to existing groups, so first-time premium payments will still require a check or ACH.
It’s easy to dismiss oral health as minor or even just cosmetic in nature. But nothing could be further from the truth!
We’ve got something truly special for 5-99 groups ─ Delta Dental of CA Choice plans only through CoPower. These plans come with some major advantages:
The disability insurance industry is expanding rapidly, according to a report by Allied Market Research. The employer segment has the highest market share. Major selling points for disability benefits are that they protect skilled employees while giving employers the edge in a tight labor market. Here are some factors that are driving the market:
