Caring for a Loved One

When you need to take time away from work to care for a loved one, Lennox provides the benefits and resources to support you every step of the way.

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

The federal Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) is designed to provide up to 12 work weeks of unpaid leave during any 12-month period for:
  • The birth or adoption of a child
  • Taking care of immediate family member with a serious health condition
  • Taking care for your own serious health condition.
For more information, refer to Lennox’s FMLA Policy at THE LIINK > Resources > Policies > FMLA.

Maternity Leave

Lennox provides 8 weeks of paid leave to help you care for a new baby.

Maternity leave benefits run concurrently with FMLA, Short-Term Disability (STD) and all other applicable forms of paid and unpaid leave. If approved, maternity benefits will be paid as follows*:
  • Salaried employees will receive 100% of their salary.
  • Hourly employees will receive $350/week.
*All payments are subject to applicable taxes and withholdings.

Bonding Leave

Lennox is pleased to offer up to 2 weeks of paid leave to bond with your new child.

Bonding leave is available to employees regardless of your gender or marital status and you have up to 12 months after the birth or adoption to take the paid leave.

Your Next Steps

When you need to take time to care for a loved one, take advantage of the available resources below:
  • Connect with a Quantum Health Care Coordinator for assistance with finding an in-network doctor, scheduling appointments, and getting the right care.
  • Reach out to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for free 24/7 confidential support and receive referrals for services, such as elder care, day care, or pet sitters.
  • Consider using your pre-tax Dependent Care FSA dollars to pay for sitters taking care of your children under age 13 and dependent adults.
  • Explore your virtual care options including BetterHelp Virtual Therapy for one-on-one counseling support.

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