Aflac provides supplemental insurance policies that pay cash benefits directly to policyholders for expenses related to illnesses and accidents. Unlike major medical insurance, Aflac pays predetermined benefits regardless of other insurance to help with out-of-pocket costs like childcare, transportation, or groceries. Aflac policies are portable, meaning they stay with policyholders even if they change jobs or retire, and claims are typically processed within 4 days to help pay bills promptly.