Worcester Business Journal

wbjournal.com | November 13, 2023 | Worcester Business Journal 5 Block Properties specializes in buying, renovating, and managing apartment buildings in the Greater Boston Area, according to their LinkedIn page. e seller was Washburn Properties, a Worcester-based LLC that has owned the property since 1988, according to City of Worcester property records. Jim Keogh of NAI Glickman Kovago & Jacobs represented the seller and pro- cured the buyer for this transaction. Constructed in 1910, the building sits on a 2.28-acre lot adjacent to Route 290. e parcel includes 75 parking spaces and is located in a federal opportunity zone, according to an online listing published by Worcester brokerage NAI Glickman Kovago & Jacobs. ReWalk exoskeletons to be covered under Medicare Marlborough's ReWalk Robotics, a medical device company that manufac- tures a breakthrough exoskeleton for neurological injuries, will be included in Medicare coverage's brace benefit category for 2024. "Finalization of this rule by CMS (Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services)I s a major milestone in our ef- forts to expand access to this life-chang- ing technology for the substantial proportion of the spinal cord injury community with Medicare coverage," said Larry Jasinski, CEO of ReWalk Robotics, in a press release. "e vision at ReWalk has always been to enable broad access to walking, climbing curbs or stairs, and standing during eye-to-eye conversations in everyday life for indi- viduals living with spinal cord injury." e ReWalk system was given U.S. Food and Drug Administration approv- al in 2021. In 2022, it sought to reclas- sify its product as artificial legs to fall under the-requirements for Medicare coverage. Shoppers World in Natick sold to developer Shoppers World, a shopping center on the border of Framingham and Natick, has been sold for $187,126,272 to an LLC managed by Urban Edge Proper- ties, a large New York-based real estate investment company. e seller was BRE DDR Shoppers World, an LLC based in Delaware. e Job seekers still have opportunities despite market changes and a slowdown in job creation. Flexible scheduling and innovative benefits are key attractors. at's because pandemic-era professionals got used to managing their home and work responsibilities simultaneously. We need to recognize that values have changed; people want to "work to live", not "live to work". Employers who adapt and offer flexible and holistic benefits will attract the best talent. e right benefits and choices can meet employee needs without breaking the bank. Here are some possibilities. 1. Flexibility Matters: If your employee is getting the work done, it costs you nothing to allow them to take a half-day off to attend a school concert or leave early to take care of a personal responsibility. Showing grace and support goes a long way, helping your workforce to feel valued and cared for. 2. Condensed Work Week: Many companies are offering a 4 day work week, reduced hours of 35/week or half-day Fridays. Studies show this helps boost morale, improve employee work/life balance and lower turnover rates. 3. Celebrate Individuality: Comfortable dress codes and furry friend days are no-cost options that can foster a positive work culture. 4. Tailored Options: From paid gym memberships to childcare support and comprehensive pet insurance, diverse benefit options cater to unique demands. 5. Increased PTO/Vacation: European-style PTO models offer substantial amounts of vacation time. Consider offering more PTO on an accelerated scale. is can ensure you meet the expectations of top talent without sacrificing productivity. 6. Tuition Reimbursement: Investing in your employees' education is a mutually beneficial strategy that enhances skills and loyalty. A degree completion offering is a plus! 7. Health and Wellness Benefits: Comprehensive healthcare packages with mental health support are crucial for those seeking stability for themselves and their families. 8. Retirement Planning Assistance: Offering a company-sponsored retirement plan, pension, or profit sharing program helps employees alleviate concerns about their future. ese employee benefits, ranging from fitness perks to tuition reimbursement, are powerful tools to attract and retain talent, enhance productivity, lift morale, and convey a sense of value to employees. If you want to learn more about how Partnership Employment helps businesses recruit and retain great talent, call us at 508-770-1777 or visit us at www.partnershipemployment.com BEYOND THE PAYCHECK: Benefits Matter Tanja Hayward, Managing Partner at Partnership Employment E M P L O Y M E N T PARTNERSHIP • Accounting and Finance • Administration • Human Resources • Legal and Compliance • Information Technology Partnership Employment offers comprehensive Staffing and Search services on a Temporary, Consulting, and Direct-Hire basis in the following areas: Call 508-770-1777 | www.partnershipemployment.com A D V E RT I S I N G C O N T E N T Continued on next page NOTRE DAME HEALTH CARE 2023 ANNUAL FALL EVENT THANK YOU! To our sponsors for their generous support! PEACE OF MIND SPONSORS Arthur Cole Painting Corp. Atlantic Charter Insurance/Sallop Central Security-CPS Evergreen Solutions, Inc. 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