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Life Transition: Divorce and Benefits

April 24, 2026 by Deidre Mings

What to update and Next Steps: Divorce is a significant life event that impacts employee benefits, financial accounts, and personal records. While Missouri State University can assist with benefits-related changes, employees should also consider updates beyond workplace coverage. This guide outlines key areas to review during and after a divorce. Qualifying Life … [Read more...] about Life Transition: Divorce and Benefits

Filed Under: Employee Benefits, Featured Tagged With: 403(b), 457(b), Accident insurance, Beneficiary, benefits, counseling, critical illness, Critical Illness insurance, CURP, EAP, Employee Assistance Program, employee wellness, Estate, financial wellness, HIPAA, Hospital Insurance, insurance, Life event, Life Insurance, Mercy, Mosers, QLE, Qualifying event, supplemental life insurance, Term life, Universal Life insurance, wellness

🔷 Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM)

April 21, 2026 by Deidre Mings

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, a national observance dedicated to raising awareness about sexual assault, harassment, and abuse while promoting prevention, education, and survivor support. 🧠 Why SAAM Matters Sexual violence affects individuals across all ages, identities, and communities. SAAM is a time to: Increase awareness of sexual violence and … [Read more...] about 🔷 Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM)

Filed Under: Employee Benefits, Featured Tagged With: Bear Shield, domestic violence, EAP, employee wellness, health, Mental Health, Mercy, safe walk, safety, Title IX, wellness

💼 Ready, Set, Learn: TIAA Financial Webinars

April 13, 2026 by Deidre Mings

💡 Build Your Financial Wellness & Retirement Readiness At Missouri State University, wellness is a priority—and that includes financial wellness and retirement readiness. Building a strong financial foundation can reduce stress today while helping you prepare for the future. To support that goal, TIAA is offering a series of educational webinars designed to meet you … [Read more...] about 💼 Ready, Set, Learn: TIAA Financial Webinars

Filed Under: Employee Benefits, Featured Tagged With: 403(b), 529, CURP, EAP, education, Educational Community Credit Union, employee wellness, financial wellness, Mercy, MOABLE, Mosers, MOST, retirement, savings, TIAA, webinar, wellness

EAP Live Monthly Webinar Series: Supporting You Every Step of the Way

April 8, 2026 by Deidre Mings

Today’s Webinar: Caring for Aging Loved Ones It’s increasingly common for one family member to shoulder the responsibility of caring for an elderly relative. Today’s session offers practical guidance on creating a collaborative, family-centered approach to caregiving. We’ll cover: How family dynamics and past relationships impact teamwork Strategies for managing … [Read more...] about EAP Live Monthly Webinar Series: Supporting You Every Step of the Way

Filed Under: Employee Benefits Tagged With: counseling, EAP, education, employee wellness, Mental Health, Mercy, webinar, wellness

Navigating Support When You or a Loved One Has a Serious Health Condition:

March 17, 2026 by Deidre Mings

MO State Benefits That Can Help Facing a serious illness — whether it’s your own diagnosis or that of a spouse or child — can strain your health, time, finances, and emotional resources. Fortunately, Missouri State University offers a coordinated suite of benefits designed to help you focus on what matters most: healing and caregiving. From income protection and job-protected … [Read more...] about Navigating Support When You or a Loved One Has a Serious Health Condition:

Filed Under: Employee Benefits, Featured Tagged With: Allstate, CI, disability, EAP, Employee Assistance Program, employee wellness, financial wellness, FMLA, health, Hospital Insurance, leave, Long term disability, LTD, medical, Mercy, Samaritan Fund, Short term disability, STD, UNUM, wellness

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