Special Open Enrollment Period – FlexElect Dependent Care Reimbursement Account Program

Posted: 4/30/2025

In connection with the increased return-to-office mandates, the Department of Human Resources (CalHR) is holding a special open enrollment period for the FlexElect Dependent Care Reimbursement Account (DCRA) Program.

The DCRA Program is a pre-tax benefit program that allows employees to set aside funds to pay for certain qualifying dependent care expenses such as childcare, elder care, and care for a disabled dependent.  The expenses must be necessary for the employee to work.

During this special open enrollment period from May 1 to 30, 2025, eligible employees can enroll in the program on increase current DCRA contribution amounts. 

For information, including DCRA eligibility guidelines and Special OE information, please visit the CalHR Benefits website.