idk man I just need to vent i guess

my employer “provides” health insurance in exchange for my time and labor, and for that great privilege they take $600 out of my paycheck every month (covers me, my wife, and our 1yo son)

that’s half our monthly mortgage payment; it’s 2/3 our monthly grocery bill

why?

  • Maeve
    2•2 months ago

    That’s wonderful. Where is this, if it’s not too personal, if it is, no worries.

    • @[email protected]
      4•2 months ago

      The United Kingdom (and hilariously, it’s an American company that employs me and gives me private healthcare).

      • @ForgotAboutDre
        3•2 months ago

        Private health care is very different in the UK. If you’re ever in serious ill health, or need anything remotely risky private healthcare will tell you to go to the NHS. It’s mostly GPs with nicer offices and NHS consultants moonlighting.