Massachusetts has a unique blend of financial assistance programs targeting families having children. They fill some holes, but not others.
Infertility and IVF mandate help many couples cope with the cost of expensive artificial reproductive techniques.
The maternity leave act provides additional protections for pregnant women. However, the state does not offer temporary disability benefits or other means of income support during an absence from work.
Maternity and paternity leave in Massachusetts will become far more affordable for new parents – beginning in January of 2021.
The state-based Paid Family Medical Leave Act provides partial income replacement and job security for most people who work in the Commonweath.
The state of Massachusetts does not offer state-mandated temporary disability. The state maternity leave laws provide only unpaid job rights. Health insurance plans do not replace income when a family member experiences a medical event.
Residents should purchase private short-term disability prior to becoming sick, hurt, or pregnant. Do not rely on the state for this form of financial assistance. You must do it yourself.