The Mental Health Parity Law
Surveys show that 81% of workers say that employers’ support of mental health is important to them in their future job decisions. One primary way employers provide mental health support is through benefits, such as mental health coverage and employee assistance programs.
Did you know that the US government requires companies and organizations to support their employees through the Mental Health Parity law? Hear leading experts explain the mental health parity law and what you can do to help both your company and employees.
In today’s environment, what do employers need to know about laws and regulations governing mental health benefits and how they can best comply with the letter – and spirit – of the law in a way that provides the most valuable impact for their employees? We know that navigating the intricacies of laws and regulations governing mental health benefits can be challenging.
How can you best comply with the letter – and spirit – of the law in a way that provides the most valuable impact for their employees? This event is part of a webinar series being organized by CEOs Advancing Health Equity, a collaboration between NLC, the American Psychological Association, the American Public Health Association, and the YMCA.
SPEAKERS
David Lloyd, chief policy officer, The Kennedy Forum
Ilyse Schuman, senior vice president, health policy, American Benefits Council.