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Shared Leave Pool & Income Protection Resources

April 29, 2026 by Deidre Mings

Supporting Employees Through Life’s Critical Moments The Shared Leave Pool at Missouri State University reflects a culture of care and mutual support, allowing employees to assist colleagues who are experiencing significant personal or family health challenges or who are growing their families. 💛 Purpose of the Shared Leave Pool The Shared Leave Pool is a voluntary program … [Read more...] about Shared Leave Pool & Income Protection Resources

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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:

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Benefit Spotlight: Accident Insurance

November 14, 2025 by Deidre Mings

🚑 Protect Yourself and Your Family with Accident Insurance. Accidents happen when we least expect them. Accident insurance is a voluntary, supplemental benefit that helps cover unexpected costs from accidents. It does not replace health insurance, but it pays cash benefits directly to you, which can be used for medical bills, travel, or everyday expenses. Plus, if you're … [Read more...] about Benefit Spotlight: Accident Insurance

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💡 Benefit Spotlight: Short-Term Disability

November 11, 2025 by Deidre Mings

Do I Need Short-Term Disability Coverage? Could you manage your living expenses and medical bills if you were unable to work due to illness, injury, or childbirth?For many employees, the answer is no. Short-Term Disability (STD) provides income protection when you cannot work due to a non-work-related medical condition. 💵 Why Consider Short term disability … [Read more...] about 💡 Benefit Spotlight: Short-Term Disability

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💡Benefit Spotlight – Hospital Insurance

November 4, 2025 by Deidre Mings

No Hospital Plan Rate Changes for 2026! We’re excited to share some great news—hospital insurance premiums will remain the same for 2026! This stability makes it an excellent time to review your options and consider adding coverage that provides extra peace of mind when you need it most. ❤️Protect Your Finances When It Matters Most Hospital insurance is designed to … [Read more...] about 💡Benefit Spotlight – Hospital Insurance

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