Employees returning from a disability leave and their people managers have notably different perceptions about the return-to-work experience, according to recent research by Sun Life.
“On the employer side, we can assume they have the best of intentions, but our research indicates many may not be in tune with or aware of what employees’ needs actually are and the challenges they’re facing upon their return,” said Malcolm Millward, director of market insight and thought leadership at Sun Life, during a session at Benefits Canada’s 2024 Future of Work Summit.