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<description><![CDATA[Tune in to hear strategies for improving your overall Absence Management program and trending topics on Leave including Paid Family and Medical Leave, Leave legislation, Return-to-Work strategies and ADA. 

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<item><title>PFML Expansion: Absent a Federal Program, States Are Filling the Void</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<p>Podcast Episode 22: <strong>PFML Expansion: Absent a Federal Program, States Are Filling the Void</strong></p>
<p><strong>Notes:</strong>
In the absence of a federal PFML program, states continue to establish their own programs. Maryland and Delaware are the latest to adopt PFML. While PFML programs make a significant difference for a family, they are also adding complexity for employers trying to stay on top of all the changes. In this episode we discuss upcoming new programs as well as updates on existing ones.
 
Join host Laura Marzi, Group Benefits Chief Marketing Officer, with Meghan Pistritto, Head of The Hartford’s Statutory Disability and PFML product and Susan Tiso, The Hartford’s Regional Relationship Manager in NYC and New Jersey to learn about the status of PFML around the country as well as some of The Hartford’s initiatives. Special guest, Anthony Cortese, Principal and Senior VP for Reuben Warner Associates will offer insight on challenges and solutions for employers in New Jersey.</p>
<p>For a full transcript and to visit the The Hartford's PFML Resource Center, please visit us online at <a href="http://www.thehartford.com/PFML" rel="nofollow">www.TheHartford.com/PFML</a>.</p>
<p>979668 7/22</p>
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<itunes:episode>22</itunes:episode>
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<item><title>The Persistence of the Pandemic and a Mental Health Awakening (Part 2)</title>
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<pubDate>Mon, 28 Feb 2022 12:45:00 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>00:25:29</itunes:duration>
<description><![CDATA[<p>In today’s episode of The Line on Leave, we continue our conversion about mental health with
Dr. Christine Crawford, associate medical director with NAMI, and Adele Spallone, head of clinical operations for The Hartford Worker’s Compensation and Group Benefits.</p>
<p>Listen as we discuss the impact of burnout on employees and tips for employers to consider in order to support their employees’ overall wellbeing during these times of intense change.</p>
<p>For a full transcript, please visit us online at <a href="http://www.TheHartford.com/PFML" rel="nofollow">www.TheHartford.com/PFML</a>.</p>
<p>1053021 2/21</p>
<p>The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc., (NYSE: HIG) operates through its subsidiaries, including underwriting companies Hartford Life and Accident Insurance Company and Hartford Fire Insurance Company, under the brand name, The Hartford®, and is headquartered at One Hartford Plaza, Hartford, CT 06155. For additional details, please read The Hartford’s legal notice at <a href="http://www.thehartford.com" rel="nofollow">www.thehartford.com</a>. © 2022 The Hartford.</p>]]></description>
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<itunes:episode>21</itunes:episode>
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<item><title>The Persistence of the Pandemic and a Mental Health Awakening (Part 1) </title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 11 Jan 2022 12:45:00 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>00:15:23</itunes:duration>
<description><![CDATA[<p>As we near the two-year mark of the pandemic, we’ve learned to adapt to multiple versions of the ‘new normal’. In the workplace, there’s been an emphasis on employee well-being and the importance of discussing mental health.</p>
<p>Our latest episode of The Line on Leave features Dr. Christine Crawford, associate medical director with National Alliance on Mental Illness, and Adele Spallone, head of clinical operations for The Hartford Worker’s Compensation and Group Benefits as they discuss employee burnout and the importance of mental health.</p>
<p>For a full transcript and additional resources, visit <a href="http://TheHartford.com/PFML" rel="nofollow">TheHartford.com/PFML</a>.</p>
<p>942259 01/22</p>
<p>The Hartford® is The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries, including underwriting companies Hartford Life and Accident Insurance Company and Hartford Fire Insurance Company. Home Office is Hartford, CT. © 2022 The Hartford</p>
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<itunes:episode>20</itunes:episode>
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<item><title>Family Affairs: The State of PFML in America </title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 07 Dec 2021 13:00:00 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>00:19:47</itunes:duration>
<description><![CDATA[<p>As the year comes to an end, we are taking a moment to look back at the latest updates to the Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) landscape across the country in 2021.</p>
<p>Tune in to learn more about the latest PFML state announcements, the impact of the pandemic on PFML programs across the country, and what employers may want to watch for PFML in 2022. Join The Hartford’s Meghan Pistritto, head of Paid Family and Medical Leave, and Grant Van Der Beken, Region Sales Director, on the latest episode of The Line on Leave.</p>
<p>For a full transcript and additional resources, visit <a href="http://TheHartford.com/PFML" rel="nofollow">TheHartford.com/PFML</a>.</p>
<p>931439 12/21</p>
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<itunes:episode>19</itunes:episode>
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<item><title>Top 10 Preventable Absences </title>
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<pubDate>Fri, 05 Nov 2021 13:30:00 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>00:17:53</itunes:duration>
<description><![CDATA[<p>Being proactive about the health and safety of your employees is one of the most important ways to keep your workforce productive. By leveraging our advanced analytics, we’ve discovered the top ten most common medical conditions that lead to preventable absences.</p>
<p>Tune in to hear Dr. Mark Williams, medical director at The Hartford, and Will Gray, data scientist on The Hartford’s Health Services team, share the top 10 list of preventable absences and tips for keeping workers healthy and safe.</p>
<p>For a full transcript and additional resources, visit <a href="http://TheHartford.com/PFML" rel="nofollow">TheHartford.com/PFML</a>.</p>
<p>941976 10/21</p>
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<itunes:episode>18</itunes:episode>
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<item><title>Invisible Disabilities &amp; The Importance of Inclusion</title>
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<pubDate>Tue, 28 Sep 2021 12:00:00 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>00:16:37</itunes:duration>
<description><![CDATA[<p>An inclusive workplace culture includes support for disabilities that aren’t readily apparent. How do you include what you can’t see? In this episode of The Line on Leave, we discuss ways employers can create a more inclusive workplace for invisible disabilities, including fostering a stigma-free environment and measuring a company’s inclusion efforts.</p>
<p>The Hartford’s Absence Management and Product and Strategy Lead for Group Benefits, Tom Tipton, and Senior Staffing Consultant for Human Resources, Stephanie Vogel, share their insights and passion for disability inclusion in the workplace.</p>
<p>For a full transcript and additional resources, visit <a href="https://thehartford.com/pfml" rel="nofollow">TheHartford.com/PFML</a></p>
<p>816076 09/21</p>
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<itunes:episode>17</itunes:episode>
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<item><title> Compliance Considerations: ADA Best Practices</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 11 Aug 2021 11:45:00 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>00:16:55</itunes:duration>
<description><![CDATA[<p>In the final episode of the ADA series,  The Hartford’s ADA Coach, Alicia Heine, and Assistant Director of Absence Solutions, John Robinson, discuss the best practices and compliance considerations for ADA in the workplace.</p>
<p>For more the full transcript, and additional ADA resources, visit us online at <a href="http://TheHartford.com/PFML" rel="nofollow">TheHartford.com/PFML</a>.</p>
<p>628508 08/21</p>
<p>The Hartford® is The Hartford Financial Services Group, Inc. and its subsidiaries, including underwriting companies Hartford Life and Accident Insurance Company and Hartford Fire Insurance Company. Home Office is Hartford, CT. © 2021 The Hartford</p>]]></description>
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<itunes:episode>16</itunes:episode>
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<item><title>Let's Talk About Leave: The Changes and Complexities</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 07 Jul 2021 11:45:00 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>00:20:11</itunes:duration>
<description><![CDATA[<p>The complexity of leave ranges from managing the different types of leave to unraveling the stigma behind employees being worried to take leave. In this episode of The Line on Leave, we discuss how the pandemic’s impact on leave for employers and employees from The Hartford’s 2021 Future of Benefits study with Katie Dunnington, head of absence product management at The Hartford.</p>
<p>For more the full transcript and additional resources, visit us online at <a href="http://TheHartford.com/PFML" rel="nofollow">TheHartford.com/PFML</a>.</p>
<p>662059 07/21</p>
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<itunes:episode>15</itunes:episode>
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<item><title>Working Together: ADA and the Interactive Process</title>
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<pubDate>Wed, 02 Jun 2021 12:30:00 -0000</pubDate>

<itunes:duration>00:14:51</itunes:duration>
<description><![CDATA[<p>In the second episode of a three-part series on ADA, we walk through the steps of the ADA interactive process and share tips on how employers and employees can collaborate on accommodation options. Tune into the latest _Line on Leave _episode to hear The Hartford’s ADA Coach, Alicia Heine, and Assistant Director of Absence Solutions, John Robinson explain more about employer responsibilities and provide examples of the interactive process. </p>
<p>Listen to the first episode of the ADA podcast series about the <a href="http://www.thehartford.com/paid-family-medical-leave/podcast-overview-of-ada" rel="nofollow">ABC’s of ADA: An Overview of ADA</a>.</p>
<p>For the full transcript and additional ADA Resources, visit us online at <a href="https://www.thehartford.com/paid-family-medical-leave/podcasts" rel="nofollow">TheHartford.com/PFML</a>.</p>
<p>628507 06/21</p>
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<itunes:episode>14</itunes:episode>
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<item><title>The Pandemic's Impact on the Future of Employee Benefits </title>
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<pubDate>Thu, 13 May 2021 11:45:00 -0000</pubDate>

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<description><![CDATA[<p>In this episode of The Line on Leave, we discuss The Hartford’s 2021 Future of Benefits study with Jonathan Bennett, head of group benefits at The Hartford. Tune in as we discuss the silver linings that emerged from the pandemic in the areas of employee benefits, workplace culture, mental health and employee engagement.</p>
<p>For more the full transcript and additional resources, visit us online at <a href="https://www.thehartford.com/paid-family-medical-leave/podcasts" rel="nofollow">TheHartford.com/PFML</a>.</p>
<p>660972 05/21</p>
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<itunes:episode>13</itunes:episode>
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