Author: Kevin Kennedy

During the last few months, our Acadia Benefits team has worked with customers to prepare for Maine’s Paid Family and Medical Leave (ME PFML) program. Beginning in May 2026, eligible workers will have 12 weeks of paid time available for family or medical reasons. Additional details about the program are available on Maine’s Department of … Continued

A hot topic in our office is always food. Whether it is meals made at home or places we are dining out, we love sharing with each other what we are eating and enjoying. You’ve seen our favorite healthy recipes posted here on the blog, but we thought it would be fun to tell you … Continued

This past summer, the Governor of the State of Maine signed a budget that included the creation of a paid family and medical leave (PFML) program. While the program begins in 2026, our Acadia Benefits team has started working with customers to prepare for this upcoming requirement. On the right, there is a timeline for … Continued

Happy New Year! January is a great time to reset, especially after the craziness of the holiday season. For many of us here at Acadia Benefits, we are using this time to create new routines and embrace healthier, more constructive habits. We hope you will enjoy some of our resolutions for 2024 and you can … Continued

Please meet Kim Mancini, who recently joined the Acadia Benefits team. Kim joins us at 50 Portland Pier as our Office Manager and we are thrilled to have her supporting our customers and team! Here is a little more about Kim: Why did you join the Acadia Benefits Team? “One of the most important aspects … Continued

While many are focused on Thanksgiving meal planning for next week, I thought it would be fun to share a favorite Mexican recipe! Not only does this feed the whole family, but it’s easy to make, and clean-up is a breeze because it’s all cooked in one pan. I found this dish on the Low … Continued

On behalf of our entire Acadia Benefits team, we extend our heartfelt sympathies to those affected by the recent tragedy in Lewiston. It has been a difficult week and we have shared in the collective grief, shock, and sadness, alongside our fellow Mainers.  Our hearts remain heavy as so many of our colleagues and friends … Continued

Our Acadia Benefits team looks forward to connecting with you at the Strategic HR Conference next week! We hope you will stop by our booth to say hi at the Mt. Washington. We have so much to share about what’s new in the employee benefit space, including the latest technologies, resources, and services. Kate, Conner, … Continued

  “Acadia Benefits in Portland took the top spot among small employers (15 to 49 employees) for the second consecutive year.” –MaineBiz On behalf of Bob, Vicki, and I, we are excited to announce that Acadia Benefits was awarded #1 Small Employer for the 2023 Best Places to Work in Maine. It is quite an honor … Continued