Serving the Needs of the Growing Mental Health Trend

by | Oct 2, 2024 | Acera Insurance, Benefits Alliance Voice, Green Benefits Group, Group Benefits, Health and Wellness

In this episode of the Benefits Alliance Voice, Carolyne and Rob talk with Rochelle Hildebrand and David Tweneboah about the care and treatment solutions for mental health. A progressive approach to being a support system for Canadians.

  • Historically, Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) utilization is between 8-11%.
  • Mental Health Claims continue to increase, and currently, 40% of all long-term disability claims are mental health related.
  • How coverage from mild, moderate, and severe care is defined and covered with employee benefits plans.
  • Mental health challenges are showing up more in the workplace and the front line of addressing situations has been falling on managers and supervisors.
  • How workplace trauma contributes to many challenges.
  • Employee Assistance Plans were designed for Short-Term options, where more cases are requiring Long-Term solutions.
  • Customizing care for mental health and addiction patients.

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