Back to school is a lot on everyone, not just the kids. 🎒

New routines, new schedules, new worries — it`s normal to feel stretched thin trying to balance it all. Keep an eye on how your kids are adjusting, but don`t forget to check in with yourself too.

A few small things can help: realistic expectations, protected time to recharge, and asking for support before you`re overwhelmed, not after.

And if you need it, you likely don`t have to figure it out alone. Many benefits packages already include mental health support, like counseling or an Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

Not sure what your benefits cover? That`s what we`re here for.
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Did you know some renters insurance policies can protect your pets?

The personal liability portion of your policy can extend to family members, including pets, protecting you from potential injury or property damage they cause.

Renters insurance typically won`t cover damage to your own property or household, and some dog breeds and exotic pets may be excluded.
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Another great year of friendly competition is in the books! Thank you to everyone who came out to play, cheer, and keep the game alive.

🥇 Congratulations to our 1st place champions, Joe and Alex!

🥈 And a huge shoutout to our 2nd place team, Caitlynn and Ryan — great game!

See you for next year`s tournament! ...

New license, routine, and risk, whether you`re ready for it or not.

Ages 16-19 face the highest crash risk of any age group on the road. A few simple habits can help change that.

Make sure to review safe driving habits this back-to-school season to keep your kids safe on the road.
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Think you know FAMLI? 🧐 Maryland`s Family and Medical Leave Insurance program isn`t a "someday" compliance item anymore — the first deadlines are coming up fast, and the details that trip employers up are rarely the headlines.

Swipe through for what you actually need to know: the basics, the key dates, how it stacks with FMLA and STD, what remote teams need to watch for, and how intermittent leave works.➡️

Reach out to DII`s Benefits Department to ensure you`re ready.

☎️ 410-433-3000, ask for Employee Benefits
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Great teams keep growing ➡️

We`re thrilled to welcome new members to the DII team. Each brings valuable experience and fresh perspectives to our organization, and we`re looking forward to the ideas and impact they`ll bring.

Join us in welcoming them! 👏 ...

Picture this: It`s 2 AM and a pipe just burst. You`re panicked and trying to figure out your next move. What you do determines a lot more than you`d think.

🛡️ Confirm it`s safe before you do anything else
📞 File your claim and document everything
🧱 Take reasonable steps to stop further damage
📋 Track the financial hit as it happens, not after

Your first moves protect your claim just as much as your policy does. ⏱️ ...

Quick gut check: Do you know your deductible off the top of your head? 🤔

If you had to think about it, you`re not alone. That one number is the line between "I`m covered and "Wait, how much do I owe?!" You don`t want to learn it for the first time during a claim.

Be honest, yes or no: Do you know yours? 👇 ...

Summer heat isn`t just uncomfortable for outdoor crews. It`s genuinely dangerous if the right precautions aren`t in place.

From monitoring conditions to recognizing when a heat illness has become an emergency, a little planning goes a long way toward keeping your team safe.

Swipe through for 10 best practices worth having in place ➡️ ...

It`s World Emoji Day 🌍 and DiiNG, DII`s Next Generation group, wanted to have some fun with it🎉

We broke down what we actually do all day... in just 3 emojis each. Swipe through and see how well they hold up👀

Now it`s your turn. If your job had to be summed up in exactly 3 emojis, what would they be? Drop them in the comments 👇 ...

Behind every secure interaction with our agency — there`s a tool making it possible.

From accessing your policy on the go, to sharing documents without a single email attachment, to paying your premiums online, we`ve built the process around keeping your information protected at every step.

Questions about how it works or about getting set up? We`re always happy to help. ...

Have you ever had that moment mid-storm where you think, "Wait... did I ever check the sump pump?"

Here`s a quick walkthrough—outside the house, your electronics, the basement, and what to do if something does go wrong—so you`re not figuring it out while the storm is rolling in.

Questions about what your policy actually covers for storm damage? Send us a DM or give us a call at 410-433-3000 ...

Road trip season is in full swing with vacations and back-to-college trips 🚗☀️

Before you hit the highway, there are a few things about your coverage worth double-checking.

None of it takes long to check, but it can save you a real headache if something goes wrong 500 miles from home.

Swipe for the full rundown, and save this one before your next trip. ...

Most of us have sent a sensitive document over email or texted something that probably should have stayed off our phones.

That`s the old way. And it leaves personal data exposed in completely avoidable ways.

The right way isn`t complicated — encrypted sharing, secure access, a full audit trail of who saw what and when. It just has to be intentional.

Swipe to see the difference. 👉 ...