The COVID-19 pandemic has required us to think differently and has also forced us to make some very tough decisions for the sake of our long-term viability.

For those associates directly affected by our response either through a furlough or lay off, we’ve assembled various resources to support you during this health crisis.

We know that we will come together again as part of a new revolution in hospitality.

Benefit Resources

Flexible Benefits – Information for Furloughed Associates

Benefit Premium Payment FAQ

Benefit Provider Contact Information

EAP Counseling Benefit

COVID-19 HR Support Line – (219) 472-2887

Career Resources

Internal White Lodging Job Postings (RISE Login Required)

American Hotel Lodging Association (AHLA) Employment Partners

Hilton Partner Hiring Site

Marriott Partner Hiring Site

Hotel Colleague Job Center

How to Search for a Job

Navigating the Challenges of Today’s Job Market

Free Hospitality Career Training

Other Resources

Prescription Coverage for People Who Lost Health Insurance

Other Aid for Hospitality Industry Workers

Corporate Office Contact List

FINANCIAL RESOURCES

• CARES ACT (RECOVERY REBATE FOR INDIVIDUAL TAXPAYERS)
  • All U.S. residents with adjusted gross income up to $75,000 ($150,000 married), who are not a dependent of another taxpayer and have a work eligible social security number, are eligible for the full $1,200 ($2,400 married) rebate. In addition, they are eligible for an additional $500 per child. 
  • The rebate amount is reduced by $5 for each $100 that a taxpayer’s income exceeds the phase-out threshold. The amount is completely phased-out for single filers with incomes exceeding $99,000, $146,500 for head of household filers with one child, and $198,000 for joint filers with no children. 
  • IRS will send out rebates automatically to their direct deposit or to the address provided on the last tax return submitted. Rebates sent via direct deposit will take a few weeks. Rebates sent via checks may take a few months 
• CARES ACT (401K)

  Waives the 10 percent early withdrawal penalty on retirement account distributions for taxpayers facing virus-related challenges. Withdrawn amounts are taxable over three years, but taxpayers can recontribute the withdrawn funds into their retirement accounts for three years without affecting retirement account caps. Eligible retirement accounts include individual retirement accounts (IRAs), 401Ks and other qualified trusts, certain deferred compensation plans, and qualified annuities. The bill also waives required minimum distribution rules for certain retirement plans in calendar year 2020.

  Changes to 401k contributions can be made at any time.  To make the change, you must log in and submit it through the Bank of America/Merrill Lynch website.

• CARES ACT (ENHANCED UNEMPLOYMENT INSURANCE BENEFITS)
  • Individuals who are unable to work because of: testing positive for COVID-19; taking care of a family member who has COVID-19; taking care of a child whose school is closed; cannot get to work because his/her place of employment is closed as a result of COVID-19; self-quarantining under the advisement of a health professional; are eligible to receive up to 39 weeks of unemployment insurance. 
  • Waives the two-week waiting period to be eligible for Unemployment Insurance. 
  • Provides an additional $600 per week payment to each recipient of unemployment insurance or Pandemic Unemployment Assistance for up to four months. 
• 2019 TAX DUE DATE EXTENSION

  The tax filing due date has been extended to July 15. Tax returns and any income taxes owed will not be due until July 15.