As of January 1st, most SHARE members became eligible to take medical leave for themselves leave under the Massachusetts Paid Family Medical Leave (PFML). The PFML also now provides paid leave to care for certain military-related family leaves, and in the event of a birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child..
The PFML is a new law in Massachusetts that is being paid for by payroll deductions that began last year. You can learn more on the Massachusetts PFML website, or find more information on the SHARE website, including answers to Frequently Asked Questions about PFML and Short Term Disability.
Additionally, as part of this program, paid family leave to care for a family member with a serious health condition will become available on July 1, 2021.