At GHC-SCW, we believe that caring for people means supporting them through every stage of life, including the joyful and transformative experience of welcoming a new child. That’s why we’re proud to introduce Paid Parental Leave for our employees, beginning October 1, 2025. Welcoming a new child is a time of joy and transition, and GHC-SCW’s new Paid Parental Leave program provides financial security and time away from work, allowing employees to focus on what matters most: family.
This new benefit reflects our commitment to building a workplace that values family, wellness and balance. It allows eligible employees to take up to three weeks away from work, with full pay, to bond with their child during those meaningful early weeks, whether through birth, adoption, foster care or surrogacy.
The purpose of this benefit is to support bonding and caregiving during the early stages of parenthood without financial hardship. It’s also part of our broader commitment to promoting work-life balance, diversity and inclusion and maintaining a competitive benefits package that reflects the values of our organization and the needs of our team.
Why does this matter to our members? Because when we take care of our team, they’re better able to take care of you. Paid parental leave can help reduce work-related stressors, improve well-being and create a more inclusive and supportive work environment.
By offering paid parental leave, we’re not just supporting our employees; we’re strengthening our mission to provide compassionate, high-quality care to our community. We’re excited about this step forward and what it means for our team and our members. Thank you for being part of the GHC-SCW family.
