Shepherd and Associates/News and Updates

Kaiser-Testing Employees for COVID-19

You have started planning the reopening of your business or have been working all along and want to ensure you have a healthy workforce. ...

Anthem Blue Cross is Extending Coverage for COVID-19 Care

Anthem is extending coverage for COVID-19 care Peace of mind is important for you and your employees. We want you to feel secure knowing...

Kaiser Offers Calm App to Members at No Charge

From Kaiser: In these challenging times, it’s more important than ever to support your team in caring for their mental health. That’s why...

Kaiser COVID 19 Return to Work Playbook

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IRS Allowable Changes to Mid-Year Elections and Cafeteria Plans Amid Current State of Emergency

Due to the current national state of emergency, on May 12, 2020, the IRS released Notice 2020-29 and Notice 2020-33 which affect the...

Additional COVID-19 Stimulus Funding for Small Businesses

UPDATE on 2nd Round of Stimulus Funding for Small Businesses Yesterday, April 23, 2020, Congress has passed and authorized the second...

Sutter Health Plus Takes Additional Steps to Help Members During Pandemic

April 23, 2020 Sutter Health Plus is committed to ensuring members have access to the care they need, especially at a time...

Senate Passes New Pandemic Relief Package

Post from our General Agency partners at BenefitMall: On Tuesday, The Senate passed a $484 billion new relief package which will now head...

Update on SBA PPP Loan Status-Additional Funding Pending Approval by Congress

On or about April 16, 2020, SBA PPP loan program ran out of funds and SBA stopped accepting new applications. In response, SBA approved...

CPS NOTICE - CA State FTB Collection Actions During COVID-19 Pandemic

To assure you are aware of CA State FTB tax collection actions during COVID-19 pandemic, providing the latest notice from the FTB below....

Need Help and Guidance on How to Apply for Paycheck Protection Plan? We have a great contact.

We are happy to recommend our friend and contact at Castellon Professional Services to help answer your questions in regards to the new...

Castellon Professional Services (CPS) Notice: Payroll Protection Program- First Bank SBA Lender

CPS is working with First Bank with branches in Northern and Southern California to process SBA Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans....

Tips for productively working from home…

During the COVID-19 outbreak, and the subsequent shelter-in-place mandate, many employees are working remotely at home for the first...

Business Insurance & COVID-19

COVID-19 and Business Insurance Coverages As the coronavirus outbreak spreads around the globe, people are asking their brokers and...

Families First Coronavirus Response Act, H.R. 6201 Deciphered: A Guide to the New Legislation for E

President Trump signed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, H.R. 6201 (FFCRA), on March 18th, 2020. What is the Families First...

Employee Assistance Program Available at No Cost to Anthem Blue Cross Members

Anthem’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offers support during this challenging time. Access EAP at anthemeap.com and enter My EAP CA ...

Attention Kaiser Members: COVID-19 Resources for Kaiser Members

Coronavirus and COVID-19: How to protect yourself and get care Your health and safety are always our top priority. To help you protect...

Insurance Commissioner Lara Calls for 60-Day Insurance Premium Grace Period Due to COVID-19 Outbreak

News Overview / Press Releases / 2020 Press Releases / Insurance Commissioner Lara Calls for 60-Day Insurance Premium Grace Period Due to...

ATTENTION UHC MEMBERS: All the support and resources from UHC for members during Coronavirus

Fully Insured Business Updates on COVID-19 as of 3/19/2020 Special Enrollment Period: UHC will be providing Fully Insured Small Group and...

Coronavirus (COVID-19) Employer Toolkit

📷 Coronavirus (COVID-19) is an emerging challenge across the world for employers. We’ve gathered some materials to help you stay on top...