Managing Health Care Costs in 2025 for Employers & Employees
Health care costs are increasingly on the rise, but there are strategies employers and employees can implement to mitigate those costs.
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What Qualifies for Short Term Disability: How Does It Work and Who is Eligible?
Understand the role of short-term disability in protecting you from income loss during illness or injury, and how the benefits are calculated.
Makenzie Chansamoeun, Stratus HR Benefits/HRIS Manager
Jun 3, 2024
Are Gift Cards Taxable? A Guide for Employee Rewards
When you want to show appreciation to your employees, can you give them a gift card without being taxed? The answer is not as straightforward as you...
Stacey Gibson, PHR, SHRM-SCP, Stratus HR Director of Human Resources
May 24, 2024
FSA-HSA Contribution Limits for 2024
Wondering how much tax savings is available through both an FSA and HSA in 2024? Here’s the answer, along with a link to eligible FSA purchases.
Makenzie Chansamoeun, Stratus HR Benefits/HRIS Manager
Dec 4, 2023
HSA-FSA Qualifying Medical Expenses
Need a reminder of commonly-used items you can purchase with your pre-tax HSA or FSA dollars? Here's our list as of November 29, 2023.
Makenzie Chansamoeun, Stratus HR Benefits/HRIS Manager
Nov 29, 2023
How Do You Educate Employees About Benefits Packages?
Learn proven strategies to effectively educate your employees about their benefits. Enhance understanding and engagement for improved utilization.
Kristen Neilson, SHRM-SCP, Communication Manager
Aug 21, 2023
The Complete Outsourcing Employee Benefits Administration Guide
Navigate the complexities of employee benefits administration with our comprehensive 2024 guide. Learn how outsourcing can enhance your business...
Makenzie Chansamoeun, Stratus HR Benefits/HRIS Manager
Aug 18, 2023
5 Emerging Trends And Best Practices In Employee Benefits And Perks
Explore the latest employee benefits trends that will shape the future of workplaces and enhance your employees' well-being and satisfaction.
Colin Thompson, Stratus HR Vice President - Human Resources
Jul 27, 2023
No one’s getting rich at work. Here’s why they keep showing up anyway.
Is a large paycheck the key to employee retention? Not at my company. But here's what we DO offer that has made employees stick around.
John Farnsworth, Stratus HR Chief Executive Officer
Jun 8, 2023
