caring for family

learn about the disability management process

For absences that are subject to the Disability Management process, you’re responsible for ensuring you follow all steps in the reporting and return-to-work process, and that requested information is provided in a timely manner. If you don’t complete all required steps, you could be disqualified from being able to receive disability benefits, or you may not receive job protection for FMLA-related absences.

health condition in the family

If you need to care for a family member with a serious health condition, these benefits and programs can help you focus on being where you're needed most.

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family care

The Family Care benefit provides pay when you need time off to care for an ill or injured family member.

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state disability and leave benefits

Several states have their own disability insurance programs or leave laws to provide job protection or other benefits.

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job protected leave

These leaves don't provide wage replacement, but they do offer some level of job-protected time off for certain family and medical reasons.

welcoming a new child

If you're welcoming a new child - either through birth, adoption or foster care - explore benefits and programs that can provide the time off you need to adjust to your new family relationship during this important time.

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bonding benefit

The Bonding benefit provides paid time off for mothers and fathers to bond with their new child.

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short-term disability

Your Short-Term Disability Plan is designed to help protect your income if you’re unable to work due to a qualifying illness, injury or medical condition, which includes giving birth.

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state disability and leave benefits

Several states have their own disability insurance programs or leave laws to provide job protection or other benefits.

woman playing with child on floor

job protected leave

These leaves don't provide wage replacement, but they do offer some level of job-protected time off for certain family and medical reasons.

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well child

Did you know Family Care provides paid time off when you take your child to preventive care doctor’s appointments?

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more parent resources

Explore more parent-related resources for child care, adoption and surrogacy, lactation support, education and more.