#benefits

nothing to say about layoffs as there are none. i am an account mgr (gov't). i think it really depends on who leads you and the person that's leading my group is a great mentor and she cares. nothing else to add here, good benefits, stable company and highly recommended for anyone that's looking for a meningful job in a very stable company. again, no layoffs that i am aware off. w-w-grainger

Oracle has conducted consecutive layoffs blindly for stabilizing itself against the blind decision it took for AI data center. The severance, health benefits offered to laidoff candidates are very below to industry standards just covering the basics.
With Oracle resume its getting hard to search jobs in current market. The first question you get is are you impacted. once I said yes, they don't even think how skilled I am to come out but just treated me so negatively.
It hurts. I am marching forward taking it easy.
But its NOT OK. the health care support from Oracle is bad, salary is bad, severence is bad. its too much to tolerate.

Keeping Dell medical insurance is a great option, but cobra is very expensive. So many suggestions and options out there. If you went with another option, please share.

Layoffs have decreased significantly this year, but the way Social Security handles different types of post-layoff payments can impact retirees. State unemployment benefits are not considered earnings and do not affect Social Security benefits. However, supplemental unemployment benefits (SUB) can be treated as earnings if paid as a lump sum or not directly tied to state unemployment. This distinction can lead to reduced monthly benefits for those under full retirement age. Understanding the specifics of these payments is crucial for retirees to avoid unexpected benefit reductions or tax liabilities.

https://247wallst.com/personal-finance/social-security/2026/09/15/layoffs-are-down-41-this-year-for-workers-claiming-social-security-the-two-checks-after-a-job-cut-are-not-equal/

I just got off the phone with lantern before a procedure I was gonna have done (removal of tumor) and they said I have to go through one of their providers-- that have less than 1% complication rate.

I never called because the card says "bariatric surgery required" now they wanna slow everything down and start the whole consult all over again delaying my procedure.

I dont know what to do, what is even the point of that- seems like a lawsuit waiting to happen.

Has anyone happened to report HR to the EEOC and/or any other entity that handles disability claims/disability benefits for employees?

There are some specific steps to take that might be beneficial to some of us on here:

1. If you still have floating holiday, use it ASAP
2. Check if your state requires payment of PTO. If you don’t take it, it may disappear
3. Be sure your manager is aware of any protected status you have. That may positively impact your severance
4. Know the cost of COBRA
5. Build the relationships that will be valuable to you if you’re laid off - references, networks for future jobs, and future business contacts are invaluable. Personal phone numbers and email addresses are crucial
6. Build those LinkedIn connections now, before a layoff
7. Do NOT do anything the company might consider crossing a line of taking confidential information. I’ll let you figure out how to navigate that!
8. Any health or ancillary benefits that you want to take advantage of, do it NOW. The year is wrapping up quickly anyhow.
9. Max out your 401k if you’ve got the ability
   10, Make sure you have the HR number and any benefits numbers or addresses.
10. Get your information out there on LinkedIn and other sites, and keep your status as “Open to Work”. It’s easier to get a job when you have a job, or so the saying goes.
11. Keep your head up, don’t doomscroll on this site, and try to avoid too much gossip with coworkers - Optum is just a paycheck, not the meaning of our lives.

I hope this helps - it’s a partial list, and others might have additions etc.

Just returned from vacation to find that the long awaited enhanced package has arrived. I don't see a bridge to Medicare in this offer. I guess I'll be staying for the four guaranteed years of the latest contract extension. I guess the company wants a bunch of sixty four year old semi disabled people on their payroll.

I’m currently on approved medical leave and still an employee, but my employment is ending in October 2026.
Since Wells Fargo pays the 401(k) match as a lump sum at year-end and usually requires you to be employed on December 15:
Will an October termination forfeit my entire 2026 match?
Are there exceptions to the Dec 15 rule for medical leave or involuntary termination/severance?
Has anyone in a similar situation received a prorated payout or offset?
Thanks for any insights!

Has anyone received a letter from Optum / Cobra after taking the VSP. I got a letter today stating that my premium due starting 10/1 are a total of $1,188.74 PER MONTH. How does that make sense? I thought they were paying a portion? this is absolutely fu---d

those are many unable to add catch-up contributions because of no Roth and income limits, did anyone hear about the possibility of HCSC adding the Roth option for 2027

With Amazon's recent announcement of investing 230 million in pay and benefit increases I bet Robin and the EC team will feel some pressure to also increase benefits.

You are all out of your mind nothing but good news happened. Raises. Better insurance. Free prime. No more JDs for regular TM just automatically 5% you all panicked for nothing don't you all feel stupid now because you should bunch of panicans

Xerox used to be a desirable place to work, decent pay, and great benefits. However, after decades of stale salaries they are basically paying minimum wage. If you take a look at the benefits, health insurance used to be worth something, but not it's just too expensive to use if you can even afford the premiums at all. They took our guaranteed vacation days away so now they are only as good as your manager that approves them. And now I hear that the tuition reimbursement program is suspended. Is there really any reason to stay?

Last year they re-did pay scales for my title and decreased the salary range drastically. Because of this, I was told I made just over the line and didn’t get a pay increase even though I had a meets ratings. When benefits increased in cost, it meant I take home less than in 2025 because of it. Wasn’t too happy but it was what it was…

Currently, I make about 82 percent of the max pay amount for my role in my area. Should I expect the same results this year—no pay increase even for meets? 2 years in a row I won’t be too happy about…

Anyone have actual insight? I’d assume they are starting that conversation, maybe?

After that, you can elect to continue paying for the next 18 month on your own or find a health plan on the exchange. For a family of 4 the payment is approximately $3600/month.

How do i log in to dayforce? I tried calling HR and recording says they have higher than normal volume and they cant get the call. I tried twice.

I was a VSP employee and want to see what my last paycheck looks like.

Also I contacted COBRA and my premium will be $1143/month just medical. Still have not received word on how much of a subsidy Centene will provide.

Did the ISP employees get subsidized cobra? Whether you are VSP or ISP its still a challenging journey.

Anyone know if the PIL document is available to view. What are the conditions and what if you don’t sign it? Does that mean you automatically get the PIP and 3 months pay? If they cut the PIP short, do you not receive anything offered in the PIL? What about benefits like medical and pension balance? Do those get forfeited?

I was laid off in June and I’m on my third billing cycle for my family plan post-layoff and I’m still getting half off. Does anyone know when the employee discount ends? I was told two cycles but surprised it’s still there..

My last day as an employee is on 9/18. Anyone know if the ARAG benefits continue during severance period? I know I will have the health coverage. Thank you in advance.

I’m a new hire in NC and was brought on as part-time, but my newest schedule has me working 37.5 and 38 hours.

My performance numbers have been really good, and I desperately need access to benefits.

Am I automatically considered full-time if I keep working these kinds of hours, or do I have to officially apply for a full-time spot?

Just wanted to remind everyone that you have until the end of September to opt out of contra benefits or you will automatically get signed up for them. If you opt out, it goes into effect t on 10/1 so if you change your mind you have until 9/30 to change. Also just putting this out there…if anyone is d-mb like me and left their pension in VZ and haven’t looked at it, you may want to. I lost $50k in the past 3 months and I’m sick about it!!!

What exactly are the benefits of retiring if I don’t plan on drawing from my 401(k) and I don’t need healthcare through the company? Am I basically just giving up my employee discount? I’m trying to understand what other perks I’d actually be getting, because honestly, I’m having a hard time seeing what’s worth spending five more years here just to satisfy the Rule of 75.

Does anyone know if our severance agreement wording allocates the weeks paid out to a “ general lump sum” or allocates it to soecific calendar weeks? This will affect whether I have to wait to get unemployment benefits until after the severance benefits run out or if I can start them immediately in my state. Thanks!

Is the cost of having Lg1, Lg2, Lg3, Lg4 higher in Mexico City? I heard the company has to provide cars, free health benefits, housing benefits in Mexico while there is no such shi* provided in US of A

Does anyone know when benefits will expire after VSP separation date 9/4?

Is it true that Health reimbursement accounts or going away?

Can anyone who has been layed off recently advise how much cobra is? I have a serious health condition and expect a layoff. Just looking for estimate. Best wishes to those still looking for new jobs.

Title says it all. Are other unions having this issue or is it just our high paid inept leadership that failed us many years ago. We all know early 2000’s they sc--wed the future members .

Exactly what was your severance package. Including country, weeks of pay, stock, health insurance. Anything else….

As if our benefits in the US aren’t insulting enough, I just learned about the perks given to India.

Samsung discounts
Relocation assistance
Day care
Apartments and hotels
Salary accounts
Percentage of home loans waived
Restaurant discounts
Meal cards
Interest on their direct deposit at 6.60%

Meanwhile, in the US, we get measly discount to a museum.

Garbage company.

Does anyone know how much DXC contributes towards an employee's health insurance - medical/dental/vision? Just a ballpark number.

It doesn't sound like they contribute 80/20 or 70/30 that some of the better performing companies do. I haven't used DXC's plan bcoz my spouse has a good one but was wondering if I had to use what would my cost vs DXC's be; I'm definitely saving DXC some money there right now.

How long does it take to receive your savings fund if you leave the company under your own steam ? Does it also get taxed heavily ?

I think for US employees it is 2 months on payroll + 10weeks of pay + 6 months of insurance. Is that correct?

Hi All
I am also waiting like many on decision about whether i will stay or be axed which will be decided in the next few weeks. My question is that in case i loose my job, will I be able to maintain my health insurance for the next 6 months post layoff or would the Health insurance also go away immediately. What happens if you are in middle of a medical procedure.. Does anyone have any idea on health insurance intricacies. I am working in the Dublin office.

2018 Paypal awarded the Comparably Best Companies for Perks and Benefits. 2022 Ranked #1 by JUST Capital for supporting worker financial wellness and health.. 2026.. what award will PayPal win

Can anybody share what the package looks like? Is health coverage provided outside of the first month?

It’s a bad sign that they’re having a whole coffee chat about the cost of care. Who has the pool going for the cost increase for employee benefits for 2027?

What is TD banks policy on parental leave for those under a year service in the US? Has anyone experienced this? Are they usually understanding?