As important news happens in the absence industry, we share it. We also release pieces that provide general knowledge on important Social Security, Medicare, and other absence-related topics for our clients and news about our company and the people that make it what it is!
Business Sense
Helping businesses and insurers make sense of absence.
2022 Industry Predictions Revisited
The COVID-19 pandemic and the changing face of the workplace
How paid absence plans are supporting employees and the workforce
Acting Social Security Commissioner addresses customer service performance issues
Finding alignment within a disability claim organization
How inclusive, expanded family-focused benefits are changing the workforce & the future of leave
Business Sense
Helping businesses and insurers make sense of absence.
Sense of Security
Helping individuals understand the benefits that provide health and income security.
Speaking up and looking ahead: Advocating for Social Security applicants
Benefits such as those administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA) are crucial to securing a stable financial future for millions in this country. Unfortunately, the process of applying...
A year in review – Social Security trends in 2022
Between the ongoing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and rising inflation, the Social Security Administration (SSA) spent the past year continuing to respond to economic pressures on Americans’...
New federal programs can help stretch your wallet
Making ends meet can be a challenge when restricted by a limited income. For those receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, it can be...
Medicare & Medicaid – 2023 premium announcement
Decreasing expenses provide financial relief needed to millions of Medicare beneficiaries Ahead of Medicare’s Annual Election Period (AEP), the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS)...
Social Security announces the 2023 Cost-of-Living Adjustment
Earlier today, the Social Security Administration (SSA) announced an 8.7% Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA) for all Social Security and Supplemental Security Income (SSI) beneficiaries. Following...
Get the help you need, when you need it: new health care resources from Brown & Brown
In addition to providing SSDI advocacy and Medicare Decision support, Brown & Brown Absence Services Group is proud to offer our clients, as well as friends and family, other forms of assistance...
Sense of Security
Helping individuals understand the benefits that provide health and income security.
Speaking up and looking ahead: Advocating for Social Security applicants
Benefits such as those administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA) are crucial to securing a stable financial future for millions in this country. Unfortunately, the process of applying...
A year in review – Social Security trends in 2022
Between the ongoing impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic and rising inflation, the Social Security Administration (SSA) spent the past year continuing to respond to economic pressures on Americans’...
New federal programs can help stretch your wallet
Making ends meet can be a challenge when restricted by a limited income. For those receiving Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) or Supplemental Security Income (SSI) benefits, it can be...
Heightened Sense
Helping you understand the complexities of absence.
Identifying key differences in covered leave
There is no universally accepted definition of covered leave. Across the United States, what constituents a “covered leave” varies at each level, starting at the federal government and trickling...
Understanding the Medicare Part D Donut Hole
Nearly 50 million individuals receive prescription drug coverage through a Medicare Part D plan. As with other Medicare options, Part D plans range in cost and coverage. This means choosing the plan...
Disabled and Unable to Work – Two Potential Paths
Individuals who find themselves unable to work due to a disabling condition will likely find there are several important decisions to make to protect their financial future. For those disabled...
An inside look at the experience of applying for SSDI benefits
Each year, hundreds of thousands of individuals apply for the financial protection afforded to them by Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits. The process to apply for benefits is...
Common misconceptions about applying for SSDI benefits
Applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) benefits can be a complex and frustrating process. It often involves the filing of several applications and appeals and can include...
SSDI & COBRA — Know your options
If you become unable to work due to an illness or injury, then applying for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) could benefit you in a variety of ways. One such benefit is the entitlement to...
Heightened Senses
Helping you understand the complexities of absence.
Identifying key differences in covered leave
There is no universally accepted definition of covered leave. Across the United States, what constituents a “covered leave” varies at each level, starting at the federal government and trickling...
Understanding the Medicare Part D Donut Hole
Nearly 50 million individuals receive prescription drug coverage through a Medicare Part D plan. As with other Medicare options, Part D plans range in cost and coverage. This means choosing the plan...
Disabled and Unable to Work – Two Potential Paths
Individuals who find themselves unable to work due to a disabling condition will likely find there are several important decisions to make to protect their financial future. For those disabled...
Sense of Community
Sharing what makes us a community.
Meet our leaders: Mark Sawyer, Senior Vice President of Consulting Solutions
As part of our commitment to delivering innovative solutions and creating a positive impact for our customers, clients, and teammates, we have proudly assembled a leadership team that is rich in...
Giving Tuesday: Reflections from our CEO, Mike Shunney
As difficult as it is to say goodbye to the warm summer weather each year, I truly enjoy the natural peace of the fall and the time it provides for reflection to give thanks. As I ready myself for...
First impressions matter
If the “Great Resignation” has taught us anything over the last few years, it is that we cannot underestimate the power of keeping teammates connected to the culture of our organization. Forming a...
Meet our leaders: Courtney Scott, Senior Vice President of Marketing & Business Development
As part of our commitment to delivering innovative solutions and creating a positive impact for our customers, clients, and teammates, we have proudly assembled a leadership team that is rich in...
A retrospective of our Diversity & Inclusion Committee
It has been two years since Brown & Brown Absence Services Group committed to fostering a culture of equality, respect, and opportunity by launching the Diversity & Inclusion (D&I)...
A conversation about work/life balance during Men’s Health Month
We may not think it at the time, but enjoying a day of fishing or a visit to the movies with a loved one can have a profound impact on our overall health journey. While we are all familiar with the...
Sense of Community
Sharing what makes us a community.
Meet our leaders: Mark Sawyer, Senior Vice President of Consulting Solutions
As part of our commitment to delivering innovative solutions and creating a positive impact for our customers, clients, and teammates, we have proudly assembled a leadership team that is rich in...
Giving Tuesday: Reflections from our CEO, Mike Shunney
As difficult as it is to say goodbye to the warm summer weather each year, I truly enjoy the natural peace of the fall and the time it provides for reflection to give thanks. As I ready myself for...
First impressions matter
If the “Great Resignation” has taught us anything over the last few years, it is that we cannot underestimate the power of keeping teammates connected to the culture of our organization. Forming a...