Getting Divorced


  • Change or update your benefits coverage within 31 days. You must remove your former spouse/domestic partner and/or former stepchildren from your medical, dental, and/or vision plan. You can also enroll yourself and your children if you were not previously enrolled.
  • Update your supplemental life and AD&D coverage. You can enroll, increase, or decrease.
  • Update your life and AD&D insurance beneficiary information
  • Log in to your Fidelity account or call 800-835-5095 to have a representative assist you with your beneficiary changes.
  • Update your will or get legal representation for your divorce. MetLife can provide assistance if you are enrolled in the legal plan.
  • Update your personal information, if necessary, in Workday or contact AskHR at (408) 717-8398 for assistance. Be sure to update your former spouse/domestic partner’s mailing address in Workday to ensure they receive the COBRA packet.
  • Update your direct deposit and/or tax withholding.
  • If you’re changing your name, get a new Social Security card.
  • Getting divorced can be an emotional and stressful time. Access free, confidential counseling through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
  • Kaiser members can access virtual behavioral health resources including Ginger, Calm, and myStrength through the Kaiser Health & Wellness pages for Southern California and Northern California.