by admin | Jul 18, 2022 | Strategies for Employers
Challenge: Many tuition reimbursement programs require the worker to pay tuition up-front and be reimbursed by the organization at the end of the course. This can be prohibitive for low-wage workers, as many lack the funds to pay this cost upfront. This can block them...
by admin | Jul 18, 2022 | Strategies for Employers
Challenge: Many employees must rely on Public Transportation to get to work. For low-income households living from paycheck to paycheck, the daily cost to and from work creates a financial burden on the household. Strategies: Many employees must rely on Public...
by admin | Jul 18, 2022 | Strategies for Employers
Challenge: Workers who do not have reliable transportation such as a personal car or access to public transportation cannot get to work easily or dependably. Strategies: Explore a company-sponsored car-pool or van-pool system. Some employers offer help coordinating...
by admin | Jul 18, 2022 | Strategies for Employers
Challenge: Many low-income families are often faced with Food Insecurities as wages and supplemental supports do not cover all basic needs. Often, families must choose which bills will go unpaid just to be able to meet basic nutritional needs, which can hinder work...
by admin | Jul 18, 2022 | Strategies for Employers
Challenge: Many employers grant wage increases at annual or semi-annual reviews. Some workers may not stay employed long enough to receive an increase—particularly if they become aware of a slightly higher wage available elsewhere. This can result in higher turnover...
