Disability Insurance

Short-term and Long-term Disability

After eight consecutive days of absence from work due to illness or injury, an employee may be eligible for short-term disability benefits. Short-term disability benefits are provided at a rate of 60% of the employee's base salary, with a maximum weekly benefit specified by Human Resources. Short-term disability may continue for a period of up to 90 days. 

Long-term disability is a source of additional benefits for employees after a waiting period of 90 days. Long-term disability benefits are provided at a rate of 60% of the employee's base salary, with a maximum monthly benefit specified by Human Resources. 

In compliance with federal and state laws, Workers’ Compensation benefits are provided to AFS employees.