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Labor Day may be behind us, but HR leaders know the real challenge is just around the corner: holiday coverage

Did you know that mental health is now the leading reason behind employee leave requests? Organizations that get this right are not only supporting wellness but also seeing stronger retention, higher engagement, and healthier workplace culture.

The start of the school year often brings more than just packed lunches and supply lists—it can bring a noticeable increase in caregiver leave requests.

Starting in 2026, Washington’s Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) program will extend job restoration protections to employers with fewer than 50 employees. The update also allows employees to take leave in smaller increments, adding flexibility but increasing administrative complexity.

Caregiving responsibilities touch every generation, and paid caregiving leave is now among the most sought-after workplace benefits. Yet, only ~52% of employers currently offer it, leaving a major opportunity for organizations to stand out.  Why it Matters: At ConnectBridge, we help organizations

As the school year kicks off, many working parents are juggling new schedules, childcare gaps, and increased demands at home. For HR teams, that means a spike in intermittent leave requests, flexible work accommodations, and family-related absences. Now’s the time

Big changes are coming to employee benefits—and HR teams should take note. A recently passed federal bill includes several key updates that impact paid leave, dependent care, and employee wellness programs. Here are a few highlights to keep on your