Metlife enhances bereavement support for group life

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MetLife is expanding its bereavement and probate service as it focuses on the need for employers and employees to help provide valuable support to colleagues during their time of need.

It has expanded the support available alongside its Group Life policy to include up to six face-to-face counselling sessions. The insurer is highlighting that its 24-hour phone counselling is available to families and the terminally ill. MetLife believes intermediaries, employers and employees will benefit from increased support following a bereavement and has launched a toolkit including guides, videos and advice on helping to manage the impact bereavement can have in the workplace. The support toolkit is designed to be used in various circumstances, including specific support on ...

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