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We post blog articles here regularly about financial, physical, and emotional wellness, and the steps working Americans can take to protect their income and strengthen their resilience, at home and in the workplace.

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Why Disability Protection Is an Affordability Conversation – Not Just a Coverage One

By Juliane Kowalski May 21, 2026

Affordability is a major concern for employers, with discussions frequently focusing on healthcare expenses, out-of-pocket costs, and wage pressures. Employees are facing similar financial challenges – and it’s impacting how they use and experience their benefits, including disability and leave.…

Eight Questions to Ask Before Buying a Disability Insurance Policy

Disability InsuranceBy Council for Disability Income AwarenessDecember 18, 2015

Disability insurance is essential because your ability to earn an income is your most valuable financial resource. Find out which questions to ask before purchasing a policy.

Seven Smart Ways to Save for Your Future

Protect Your IncomeBy Council for Disability Income AwarenessDecember 16, 2015

It’s never too early to start thinking about your financial security. We share seven savings plans to help you plan for the future.

Six Things You Didn’t Know About Long-Term Care Insurance

Protect Your IncomeBy Brian VestergaardDecember 14, 2015

Long-term care insurance is a critical piece of retirement planning. Today there are many straightforward and flexible long-term care solutions. Find out more here.

Five Tools to Create a Personal Budget

Protect Your IncomeBy Council for Disability Income AwarenessDecember 11, 2015

Keeping a budget and sticking to it is a crucial step in reaching both short and long-term financial goals. Here we share five tools you can use to create a personal budget.

Four Steps to Ensure Financial Security and Income Protection

Protect Your IncomeBy Council for Disability Income AwarenessDecember 9, 2015

It’s important to be on top of your finances to make sure you always have income protection. Today, we offer steps you can take to become financially secure.

Three Ways to Get Budget Friendly Long-Term Disability Coverage

Disability InsuranceBy Adam CecilDecember 6, 2015

Since long-term disability coverage quotes are personalized to you, policies don’t come with a big red price sticker until after you’ve picked your features. But that doesn’t mean you’re stuck with that price. Here are three ways you can reduce your LTD quote.

Two Tips for Teaching Kids About Money

Personal FinanceBy Council for Disability Income AwarenessDecember 4, 2015

Money is an important part of life which means it’s extremely crucial to understand it.Teaching kids about money early in life can help them become financially responsible adults. We offer some tips here.

Disability Insurance: One Coverage We All Need

Disability InsuranceBy Council for Disability Income AwarenessDecember 2, 2015

On the first day of income protection, we discuss one type of coverage everyone should have-Disability Insurance. Read more about why and how here.

Income Protection Caucus: Focus on Disability Insurance Benefits

Protect Your IncomeBy Council for Disability Income AwarenessNovember 30, 2015

The income protection caucus aims to raise about the risk of disability, promote personal financial responsibility, and encourage preparedness. Learn more here.

Lung Cancer Awareness Round Up: What You Need to Know

FactsBy Council for Disability Income AwarenessNovember 25, 2015

Lung Cancer Awareness month aims to educate individuals about this disease every year. Find out what you need to know to understand your risk of getting the disease as well as ways you can prevent it here.

What to Do If You’ve Been Declined for Life Insurance

Personal FinanceBy Council for Disability Income AwarenessNovember 23, 2015

A life insurance policy can help protect your loved ones financially when you die but what happens when you’re declined for life insurance? Find out what you can do if you’ve been denied.

Seven Things About The Affordable Care Act for Small Businesses

NewsBy Sheryl SouthwickNovember 20, 2015

The Affordable Care Act (ACA) affects every business owner with at least one employee in some way. As a business owner, you need to understand these seven things about the Affordable Care Act for small businesses so that you can do what’s necessary to stay in compliance.

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