Human Services

Preventing Stress Claims

Author, Jack Marrs, Associate Account Executive, Human Services Group, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

Specializing in non-profit insurance has opened my eyes to how difficult it is for some non-profit employees to deal with the stress related to their jobs. It’s the nature of the work. Helping people through difficult situations can be rewarding for an employee, but it can also be emotionally draining when they become invested in their clients to the point where it can lead to burnout.

Advances in Active Shooter Coverage Leads to More Protections Against Broader Violent Events

Author, Chase Hixson, Account Executive, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

The need for insurance to cover workplace violence is at an all-time high. Traditionally, this type of insurance policy has been referred to as Active Shooter Coverage in response to situations involving mass shootings. As its name implies, the overage responded only to active shooter scenarios. They did not cover other types of workplace violence that can occur. As unique acts of violence occur, coverage continues to change to cover a broader spectrum of events.

Cyberbulling: Identify and Prevent

Author, Sam Brown, Vice President, Human Services Group, Rancho Mesa Insurance Services, Inc.

While schools and nonprofit agencies serving youth are typically very serious about preserving child safety, organizations’ leaders may not understand the risk factors or have a plan in place to prevent a growing threat: cyberbullying. The Cyberbullying Research Center states that about 28% of recently surveyed youth and teens have been the victim of cyberbullying in their lifetime, and 16% admitted to participating in cyberbullying. This article will define cyberbullying, identify risk factors, and list preventative measures.