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Important Updates for Flex Spending Participants

January 23, 2026 by Deidre Mings

Important Mailing Update: USPS Postmark Changes & FSA Deadlines If you participate in a Medical Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Dependent Care FSA there is an important mailing change you should be aware of that may impact time-sensitive submissions, such as FSA claims and supporting documentation. 📬 USPS Postmark Changes – Effective December 24, 2025 The U.S. … [Read more...] about Important Updates for Flex Spending Participants

Filed Under: Employee Benefits, Featured Tagged With: Asiflex, cafeteria, Cafeteria Plan, employee wellness, financial wellness, Flexible spending, FSA, FSA Store, MoCafe, wellness

🌙 Sweet Dreams: Strategies for Better Sleep and Better Health. 

November 18, 2025 by Deidre Mings

Catch more Z’s and maximize benefits. Getting a good night’s sleep is one of the best gifts you can give yourself. Quality rest supports your immune system, boosts mood, sharpens focus, and improves overall well-being. Yet, in a world filled with screens, stress, and packed schedules, sleep can easily take a back seat. This month, your Employee Assistance Program (EAP) … [Read more...] about 🌙 Sweet Dreams: Strategies for Better Sleep and Better Health. 

Filed Under: Employee Benefits, Featured Tagged With: Asiflex, benefit fair, Cafeteria Plan, EAP, employee wellness, Flexible spending, FSA, FSA Store, health, health plan, Medical Insurance, Mercy, MoCafe, open enrollment, virtual benefit fair, wellness

Benefit Spotlight – Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

November 12, 2025 by Deidre Mings

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) help you save on taxes while paying for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses. Pre-tax contributions reduce your taxable income, making your benefits dollars go further. 💊 Medical (Health) FSA A Medical FSA lets you use pre-tax dollars for out-of-pocket healthcare costs: Co-payments & deductibles … [Read more...] about Benefit Spotlight – Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Filed Under: Employee Benefits, Featured Tagged With: Asiflex, benefit fair, benefits, cafeteria, Cafeteria Plan, employee wellness, financial wellness, Flexible spending, MoCafe, open enrollment, savings, taxes, wellness

Dependent Care FSA: Tax Advantage

August 25, 2025 by Deidre Mings

🕒 Reminder: Use Your 2025 Dependent Care FSA Funds If you're enrolled in a Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (DCFSA) for 2025, now is a great time to review your remaining balance and plan to use your funds before the upcoming deadlines. A DCFSA allows you to set aside pre-tax dollars from your paycheck to cover eligible dependent care expenses—such as: Daycare or … [Read more...] about Dependent Care FSA: Tax Advantage

Filed Under: Employee Benefits Tagged With: Asiflex, Cafeteria Plan, employee wellness, financial wellness, Flexible spending, MoCafe, wellness

👁️ July is Dry Eye Awareness Month

July 1, 2025 by Deidre Mings

Treat Your Eyes and Save! If your eyes feel dry, gritty, or irritated, especially after screen time or time outdoors, you may be dealing with dry eye. July is officially Dry Eye Awareness Month, and it’s the perfect time to focus on relief and prevention. 📺 Review VSP’s Dry Eye Article & Video to learn how to spot symptoms and what treatment options are … [Read more...] about 👁️ July is Dry Eye Awareness Month

Filed Under: Employee Benefits, Featured Tagged With: Cafeteria Plan, discounts, employee wellness, Flexible spending, FSA, FSA Store, health, Vision, vision insurance, VSP, wellness

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