Disability is on the rise in the American workforce, threatening the financial security of workers and their families. As disability impacts worker productivity, employers are looking for ways to help their employees deal with this trend. Many employers are introducing wellness programs to help reduce the probability of becoming disabled. Some employers are also providing resources and information to help their employees prepare for and deal with the financial hardship that a disability can cause.
When employers help employees lead healthy lives and prepare for the unthinkable — a loss of income due to a disability — everyone benefits.