Juno Celebrates Growth in Child Disability Insurance
Juno partners with top employers and brokerages to close a critical gap in coverage for working families.
Recently, Juno announced a significant achievement by reaching over 50,000 covered members across nearly 100 clients. Juno is the pioneering company introducing child disability insurance to the market, providing families the financial protection they need when faced with a child's severe illness or disability. This innovative employee benefit aims to support families during one of the most challenging times in their lives.
With a diverse range of clients in sectors such as technology, healthcare, construction, and public services, Juno's expansion underscores a growing recognition among employers of the essential need to address protective gaps in family coverage for 2026.
The rapid growth of Juno's services is supported by strategic relationships with leading benefit brokerages including Alliant, Sequoia, and Newfront. Additional partnerships are in the works, aiming to broaden the reach and impact of their essential offerings throughout the year.
Darren Brown, President of Total Rewards at Newfront, emphasized the necessity of Juno’s services, noting, "The beauty of Juno is that it steps into a gap that's long been ignored. Families facing a child's serious illness often have no protection—forcing parents to leave the workforce. The employers we partner with now have a solution that provides financial protection and peace of mind when it matters most."
The Financial Burden of Illness
Current employee benefits often leave working parents vulnerable when a child becomes seriously ill or disabled. While health insurance can cover many medical expenses, it typically does not account for out-of-pocket costs, out-of-network therapists, necessary home modifications, or respite care. Consequently, families may face financial burdens that exceed $45,000 every year. Nearly 90% of families report experiencing financial hardship, and around 75% of primary caregivers have to reduce their working hours or exit the workforce altogether.
How Juno Provides Essential Support
Juno tackles these challenges head-on with several key offerings designed to ease the financial strain on families:
- Long-term Financial Support: Providing financial assistance up to $500,000 over a duration of up to 10 years.
- Flexible Payments: Offering monthly cash payments directly to parents, allowing them to prioritize their most pressing needs.
- Care Navigation: Ensuring personalized support to help families manage treatment logistics, identify additional resources, and formulate future plans.
Jordan Epstein, CEO and co-founder of Juno, expressed gratitude for the overwhelming response, saying, "After more than a decade of work to bring child disability insurance to America, I am humbled and grateful that so many leading companies and brokerages are recognizing the gap we all face as parents and are doing something to fix it. I am proud of the impact we're having today—providing tens of thousands of dollars directly to support families in moments no family should face alone."
About Juno
Juno stands at the forefront of child disability insurance, an invaluable employee benefit that offers substantial financial assistance and tailored caregiving guidance to families during challenging times. This innovative approach seeks to transform how employees address potential severe illness or disability in their children. To discover more about Juno's offerings, visit www.junokids.com.
Media Contact:
Juno
Max Tedaldi
Director of Marketing
(857) 234-0176
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Juno's primary service?
Juno provides child disability insurance, offering financial protection to families when a child faces severe illness or disability.
How many clients does Juno have?
Juno has reached nearly 100 clients and provided coverage to over 50,000 members.
What industries does Juno serve?
Juno partners with various industries including technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and public services.
What types of support does Juno offer families?
Juno provides long-term financial support, flexible payments, and personalized caregiving assistance.
How does Juno help ease financial stress for families?
By providing significant cash payments and support for caregiving, Juno helps alleviate the financial burden when children become seriously ill.
