Tools & resources
Some life changes come with questions that are best answered at the source. Explore a curated collection of government tools and educational resources that can help you understand workplace benefit rights, Social Security, retirement considerations, and beneficiary preparedness.
Benefits Beyond Work has selected these resources for their educational value. External resources are provided for convenience and do not replace individual insurance guidance.
Official resources
Federal information about workplace benefits when employment or household circumstances change.
U.S. Department of Labor
Review U.S. Department of Labor guidance about COBRA continuation coverage, including important rights and responsibilities.
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U.S. Department of Labor
Explore Department of Labor information about health and retirement benefit protections that may be relevant when employment changes.
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U.S. Department of Labor
Explore Department of Labor resources addressing workplace benefits during events such as job changes, marriage, growing a family, divorce, loss of a loved one, and retirement.
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Official resources
Official information about beneficiary considerations for retirement plans and IRAs.
Internal Revenue Service
Review IRS information about beneficiary considerations for retirement plans and IRAs.
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Internal Revenue Service
Review IRS guidance related to distributions from inherited IRAs and other individual retirement arrangements.
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Official resources
References for Benefit Plan Sponsors, consultants, and other organizational stakeholders.
U.S. Department of Labor
Review Department of Labor guidance for organizations regarding group health continuation coverage under COBRA.
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U.S. Department of Labor
Explore Department of Labor answers to common questions about COBRA continuation coverage.
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Official resources explain how programs work. We help you understand what already exists in your household, what can continue, what changes, and what gaps remain.