Delaware and Minnesota are joining the Paid Family and Medical Leave landscape in 2026, increasing both the national footprint for these important benefit programs and the administrative complexity for multi-state employers.

In this session, we will help employers understand program eligibility, benefits and contribution rules, funding options, state plan administration rules, private plan options and considerations, and provide detailed benefit calculation examples. The goal is to ensure employers understand their options and are prepared for a successful launch prior to the January 1, 2026 proposed go live dates.

CEUs

This webinar qualifies for the following CEUs: 1 ADMS, 1 CDMS, 1 CLMS, 1 PHR, and 1 SHRM. 

If you are not a DMEC member and need to record a CLMS CEU for attending this event, please contact Jai Hooker at jhooker@dmec.org for assistance. 

Managing employee leave of absence (LOA) effectively is crucial for maintaining productivity and employee satisfaction. This webinar will explore the compelling business case for establishing a centralized Leave of Absence team within organizations, regardless of whether your organization manages LOA in-house or is outsourced. Attendees will gain insights into the normal roles performed by an internal LOA team, including collaboration with external administrators, ensuring compliance with regulations, and providing support to employees throughout their leave journey. Attendees will also learn best practices for how to appropriately staff and budget for a centralized LOA team based on organizational size and leave incidence.
A centralized LOA team not only streamlines processes but also enhances communication and consistency in managing various types of leave, such as medical, parental, and personal leave. By centralizing these functions, organizations can reduce administrative burdens, improve employee experience, and mitigate risks associated with non-compliance and inconsistent practices. Conversely, the absence of a centralized team can lead to fragmented processes, increased errors, and potential legal liabilities.

Join us for this informative session to understand the strategic advantages of a centralized approach to leave management and how it can contribute to a healthier workplace culture.

CEUs

This webinar qualifies for the following CEUs: 1 ADMS, 1 CDMS, 1 CLMS, 1 PHR, and 1 SHRM. 

If you are not a DMEC member and need to record a CLMS CEU for attending this event, please contact Jai Hooker at jhooker@dmec.org for assistance. 

Join us for a conversation with Chris Counihan, Director of the new Delaware Paid Leave program, set to begin paying benefits on January 1, 2026. This in-depth discussion will focus on the purpose, benefits, and intricacies of this new statutory program. We will dive into the unique features, employer expectations, and key considerations for communicating the program to workers, coordinating benefits, and participating in the claim process. Attendees will gain valuable insights to help their organizations navigate the requirements and ensure they are prepared to support their workers

CEUs

This webinar qualifies for the following CEUs: 1 ADMS, 1 CDMS, 1 CLMS, 1 PHR, and 1 SHRM. 

If you are not a DMEC member and need to record a CLMS CEU for attending this event, please contact Jai Hooker at jhooker@dmec.org for assistance. 

Attracting and retaining top talent requires a robust benefits strategy that addresses the whole employee. This session delves into the value of whole-person benefits, highlighting the impact of tailored support for employees facing cancer – one of the most common and high-impact reasons for a disability leave. Providing holistic care is essential to supporting employees’ mental and physical health, driving meaningful engagement, and achieving better return-to-work outcomes. Amid prolonged socio-economic uncertainty, employees increasingly value continuous, personalized support beyond traditional benefits. However, a significant “perception gap” exists: 87% of employers say they demonstrate care, yet only 52% of employees feel cared for.* This presentation will explore actionable strategies to bridge this gap, emphasizing best practices for personalized and targeted support during key moments.

*MetLife’s 2025 Employee Benefit Trends Study

CEUs

This webinar qualifies for the following CEUs: 1 ADMS, 1 CDMS, 1 CLMS, 1 PHR, and 1 SHRM. 

If you are not a DMEC member and need to record a CLMS CEU for attending this event, please contact Jai Hooker at jhooker@dmec.org for assistance. 

It’s critically important for employees to feel supported at work, especially when it comes to taking a leave of absence for family or health reasons. As regulations grow more complex, HR teams are working harder than ever to guide employees through their leave options, ensuring they understand their rights and navigate the process with confidence.

In this webinar, attendees will learn about user-centered leave planning and how it can significantly enhance the leave administration process. Through powerful real-world examples, attendees will learn best practices in sharing effective leave planning information with employees through the use of a leave planning tool.

CEUs

This webinar qualifies for the following CEUs: 1 ADMS, 1 CDMS, 1 CLMS, 1 PHR, and 1 SHRM. 

If you are not a DMEC member and need to record a CLMS CEU for attending this event, please contact Jai Hooker at jhooker@dmec.org for assistance. 

We have all heard about neurodiversity. However, do we really know what that means? Do we know how neurodiversity impacts our employees and our obligations to accommodate them? In this webinar, we will review different types of neurodiversity (including common conditions and common traits of those conditions), the laws that protect neurodiverse employees and the unique accommodations issues that may arise when we are working with neurodiverse employees, including special considerations for investigations that involve neurodiverse individuals. If you want to learn how to support neurodiverse employees while complying with your legal obligations, you will not want to miss this webinar.

This webinar qualifies for the following CEUs: 1 ADMS, 1 CDMS, 1 CLMS, 1 PHR, and 1 SHRM. 

If you are not a DMEC member and need to record a CLMS CEU for attending this event, please contact Jai Hooker at jhooker@dmec.org for assistance. 

Navigating Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML) reporting is no small feat—especially when every state plays by its own rules. This webinar takes you on a fast-paced tour of PFML programs nationwide, breaking down who needs to report what, when and where. From quarterly filings to annual submissions, we’ll uncover the complexities, highlight the pitfalls and arm you with best practices to stay compliant and penalty-free. Whether you’re managing one state or many, this session will help you master the map.

This webinar qualifies for the following CEUs: 1 ADMS, 1 CDMS, 1 CLMS, 1 PHR, and 1 SHRM. 

If you are not a DMEC member and need to record a CLMS CEU for attending this event, please contact Jai Hooker at jhooker@dmec.org for assistance. 

Inclusive hiring initiatives have become integral to modern workforce practices, aiming to create a more representative and accessible workplace. While many efforts focus on fostering equity across race, gender, and sexual orientation, disability is often overlooked. The Department of Labor reported that in 2024, only 38% of working-age individuals with disabilities were employed compared to 75% of working-age individuals without disabilities. While employers are required to make reasonable accommodations for qualified employees and applicants under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), they can also enhance workplace accessibility by making practical changes. Learn strategies to create a more inclusive workplace while meeting the requirements under the ADA.

In the early 2010s, mental health issues in the workplace surged, with significant increases in rates of anxiety, depression, self-harm, and suicide. The factors contributing to poor mental health differ from generation to generation, as do preferences for treatment and the willingness to seek help. This session will focus on Generation Z and the anticipated rise in mental health challenges within this demographic. We will examine how the profound changes in childhood experiences, particularly the emergence of a phone-based childhood, have disrupted children’s social and neurological development. As this generation begins to enter the workforce, employers will encounter higher rates of absenteeism and decreased productivity unless they develop tailored strategies to address the unique needs of this population. Attendees will come away with actionable steps that employers can take to mitigate the impact of mental health issues among this generation.

In the immediate aftermath of an unexpected emergency, organizations often scramble to maintain business continuity and also to ensure that employees are safe and supported. To an extent, this is inevitable, since it’s impossible to predict the precise timing and scope of events like weather disasters or mass violence. But managers can develop skills to help them become more resilient and aid employees and the organization maintain an ongoing positive mental health culture and recover from traumatic and unexpected events. This session will highlight strategies to reduce presenteeism and absenteeism, and emphasize the building blocks of resilience, including self-awareness, emotional control, relationship management, and positive thinking. Leaders and managers will receive the tools they need to feel empowered to recognize the signs when someone is struggling with their mental health, what to do about it, and why it must be a business priority.