When layoffs are necessary, there's a better way to help terminated employees bridge their healthcare needs.
Health Reimbursement Arrangements (HRAs) aren’t just for active employees. They also represent a flexible, lower-risk option for employers looking to provide healthcare coverage support for laid-off workers.
COBRA subsidies also offer financial support, but they have drawbacks. We believe post-employment HRAs make more sense for employers as well as former employees.
In this e-book, we offer the top reasons employers should consider post-employment HRAs instead of traditional COBRA subsidies including:
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Less risk for the employer
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More coverage options for former employees
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More flexibility to right-size coverage for family members