Getting Married

If you get married or declare a domestic partnership:

• Add your spouse or domestic partnerDomestic PartnerYour domestic partner is someone you have a committed, intimate relationship with, shares your primary residence, and is at least 18 years old. to your medical, dental, or vision coverage.
• Increase your HSA or FSA contribution.
• For a new domestic partnership, complete the Affidavit of Domestic Partnership and send it to the Benefits Enrollment Center.

You can also enroll the child(ren) of a covered spouse/domestic partner (up to age 26), and children with disabilities who became disabled on or before age 26.

You may want to consider increasing your life insurance coverage. You can also purchase supplemental life insurance for your spouse/domestic partnerDomestic PartnerYour domestic partner is someone you have a committed, intimate relationship with, shares your primary residence, and is at least 18 years old. and child(ren).

Be sure to update your beneficiaries for:

• Life Insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance — submit through the Benefits Enrollment Center.
• Health Savings Account (if you’re enrolled in an HDHP) — submit directly with HSA Bank.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan — submit directly with Empower.

You may need to update your personal information, like your mailing address or emergency contact, in Workday.

You can update your last name through Teammate Services by calling 1-877-ASK-CALI (1-877-275-2254) or submitting a HUB ticket.

Also, be sure to update your will or trust. The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and the legal plan (if you’re enrolled) offer access to legal consultations and document preparation.

You may also want to review your tax filing status and make any applicable changes to your W-4 in Workday.

Finally, this is also a good time to look at increasing your 401(k) contributions to support your financial future or short-term goals like purchasing a home.

You may need or want some time away from work. You may have time away options that'll allow you to take paid time off of work.

Life changes can be exciting and emotional, and you’re supported every step of the way. Reach out to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to access free and confidential resources and connect with a licensed clinician (you get 5 free sessions per year).

The EAP also offers practical support navigating life as a married couple – from sharing a living space to sharing a budget.