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Zero-Cost Retention Strategies for Ohio Small Businesses

March 3, 2026February 19, 2026

Zero-Cost Retention strategies matter for small businesses in Ohio. As small businesses, we often struggle to compete when it comes to attracting and retaining top talent. Part of the reason is the benefits packages that larger companies can offer. When small businesses in Ohio cannot afford a 5% raise, what is the next best way …

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Telemedicine for Ohio Small Businesses: AUI’s Guide to Affordable Employee Healthcare in 2026

February 23, 2026November 15, 2025

As a small business owner in Ohio, you may have heard about telemedicine before. Maybe, you have even tried it yourself as more providers offer telemedicine services. At AUI, we understand that providing quality, affordable healthcare benefits for your employees is a top priority, but it can also feel like a daunting challenge. Rising costs, …

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Creative Alternatives for Small Businesses to Reduce Rising Health Insurance Costs

October 23, 2025October 16, 2025

America’s healthcare insurance costs for small businesses continue to climb. In fact, earlier this year, “insurers had proposed a median 18 percent increase in premiums for next year, citing higher medical costs, a sicker risk pool due to the enhanced subsidy expiration, and other factors” according to the CAP. Which has left small businesses feeling the strain of providing …

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Food Insecurity – Resources for Northeast Ohio

April 17, 2025May 24, 2024

One in eight Ohioans face food insecurity, according to Feeding America. For Ohio children, it’s one in seven. These are heart-breaking numbers which continue to get worse. These are heart-breaking numbers which continue to get worse. People battling with food insecurity in Ohio are estimated to report needing $835,411,000 more per year in our community. …

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Wellness Programs for Employee Health Benefit Packages

April 17, 2025September 10, 2023

While there is a significant amount of research supporting the potential benefits of wellness programs in reducing healthcare costs, the actual impact can vary based on factors such as program design, participation rates, and the specific health needs of the population. It’s important to note that wellness programs should be well-designed and evidence-based to achieve …

The Value of an EAP to a Small Employer

April 17, 2025January 17, 2023

What is an EAP? An Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a voluntary, work-based program that offers free and confidential assessments, short-term counseling, referrals, and follow-up services to employees who have personal and/or work-related problems. They address broad and complex issues relating to mental and emotional health. These issues include alcohol and substance abuse, family issues, …

Mental Health & Your Benefits Packages

April 17, 2025November 9, 2022

More and more employers are understanding the need for including additional mental health services in their benefits packages, and for good reason. A staggering 83% of US workers report suffering from work-related stress and 42% of employees with access to mental health benefits cite this as a major reason they are inclined to stay …

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