PinnedHappy AbsenceAn Expression of Loss That Could Not be Contained.This last week has shaken one of the foundations of my community that I felt I needed to share my grief with those who may understand, and…Jan 30, 2023Jan 30, 2023
PinnedHappy AbsenceHoliday AnnouncementHOLIDAY ANNOUNCEMENT: Happy Absence is spending time with family and loved ones for the holidays. There will be no weekly posts beginning…Dec 10, 2022Dec 10, 2022
PinnedHappy AbsenceHow to Apply for Washington state Paid Family and Medical Leave (PFML)A step-by-step guide to applying for paid leave benefits under the state of WashingtonNov 3, 2022Nov 3, 2022
Happy Absence16 Simple Things You Can Do to Improve Your Wellbeing At WorkSubtitle: You won’t spend more than a lunch break on these 16 hacks toward your wellness in the workplace.Nov 17, 2022Nov 17, 2022
Happy AbsenceFMLA & Pay: How does it work?Have you ever had to call into work for an illness or injury, but after realizing how much pay you’d lose, a great chasm of uncertainty and…Nov 10, 2022Nov 10, 2022
Happy AbsenceYour FMLA Guide: How to Know if You’re Eligible for Federal Time-Off ProtectionsTaking time off work can be scary, especially if that time off comes unexpectedly. Life throws us many surprises and sometimes missing…Oct 27, 2022Oct 27, 2022
Happy AbsenceThere’s More to Taking Time Off Work Than You May Realize: Here’s What You Need to KnowNo one is a number — including you. You deserve to know what benefits are available to you, and how to best use them.Oct 20, 2022Oct 20, 2022