National Life Group Awarded 2026 Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health

MONTPELIER, Vt. - (March 30, 2026) Mental Health America has awarded National Life Group with the 2026 Platinum Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health. This is the fifth consecutive year National Life has received this recognition.

According to Mental Health America, “All Bell Seal recipients meet MHA’s rigorous evaluation standards, and only two in five employers earn recognition at any level. Achieving Platinum status reflects the organization’s exceptional dedication to fostering a supportive workplace culture and aligning with leading industry best practices.”

National Life has been committed to supporting its associates’ mental health through efforts including:

• The inclusion of an on-site therapist at its Vermont and Texas campuses
• Access to tools including an Employee Assistance Program and Headspace
• In person and virtual classes on topics such as stress management, social media’s impact on mental health, and more
• Benefits including on-site gyms, yoga classes, and 40 hours of paid volunteer time

“We’re proud to receive the Platinum Bell Seal once again,” said Michele Granitz, Head of Benefits at National Life Group. “This reflects the company’s commitment to the overall health of our teammates.”

About National Life Group

National Life Group has been keeping promises since 1848, providing access to flexible, secure life insurance and annuities for families, businesses, educators, and first responders nationwide. With an independent, entrepreneurial spirit, our values are to “Do good, Be good, Make good” for our customers, agents, employees, and the communities we serve. Learn more at NationalLife.com

Contact: Beth Rusnock, corporate communications, National Life Group, 802-522-4067.

National Life Group® is a trade name of National Life Insurance Company (NLIC), Montpelier, VT founded in 1848, Life Insurance Company of the Southwest (LSW), Addison, TX chartered in 1955, and its affiliates. Each company is solely responsible for its own financial condition and contractual obligations. LSW is not an authorized insurer in New York and does not conduct insurance business in New York. NLIC, the flagship of National Life Group was founded in 1848, and all references to 1848 are attributable to NLIC.

Products are issued by National Life Insurance Company and Life Insurance Company of the Southwest.