Category: Benefits

Lunch & Learn: All About Sleep

 

Dr. Jason Carter, expert in sleep and sleep disorders, will discuss the latest science behind the importance of good sleep hygiene. Dr. Carter is the associate vice president for research and professor, Kinesiology and Integrative Physiology.

Join us to learn about:

  • How sleep affects your daily performance
  • Ways to improve your sleep
  • Optimal napping
  • Sleep & weight
  • FAQs

The presentation will take place from 12-1 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 19, in the Memorial Union Alumni Lounge. Register online.

Feel free to bring your lunch; beverages will be provided. This free event is open to faculty, staff, students and community members and is sponsored by Employee Wellness. Attendance counts toward Husky Health Option 2. Questions?

Contact Shannon Brodeur.

Naturally Slim Begins Soon

Learn how to lose weight and improve your health while eating the foods you love. Employee Wellness is offering active, benefits-eligible employees a behavioral weight loss program called Naturally Slim.

The program is delivered online to your smartphone or computer and doesn’t include starving, counting calories, eating diet food or punishing yourself in the gym.  Instead, we’ll teach you how to eat your favorite foods while losing weight, gaining energy and reducing your risk of getting a serious condition, like diabetes or heart disease.

Space is limited. Apply between January 28 – February 8, 2019. This program starts February 25, 2019.

Questions? Contact Shannon Brodeur.

Shredded Cheese and Dry Shampoo: Humor and Hacks of Working Motherhood

 

Join us for a Lunch & Learn presentation with Shannon Rinkinen and Jen Wall.  Work-life balance can feel like a moving target for working mothers.  In this session, we’ll share stories and ideas both humorous and helpful to bring some sanity Monday through Friday.

The presentation is scheduled noon to 1 p.m. February 12, in the MUB Alumni Lounge. Register online. Feel free to bring your lunch; beverages will be provided.

This free event is open to faculty, staff, students and community members and is sponsored by Employee Wellness. Attendance counts toward Husky Health Option 2.

Questions? Contact Shannon Brodeur.

 

 

Bodywork for Relaxation Lunch & Learn Well Attended

 

 

Karen Hoyem, Body Therapy for All, gave a presentation to faculty, staff, students, and community members on the benefits of CranialSacral Therapy and Touch for Health.  Both support relaxation and healing.

The audience was treated to a demonstration as well as self-help techniques to use in times of stress.  Congratulations to Cindy Asiala, the winner of a 1-hr session with Karen.

Karen demonstrates with a volunteer
Karen demonstrates with a volunteer

Husky Health is Here

Beginning January 1, 2019, HuskyPAW, SWEAT, TechFit, and T2 became one program – Husky Health.

Husky Health is free, voluntary, and offers benefits-eligible Michigan Tech employees more choice and flexibility with their wellness incentives. Complete all three options by September 30, 2019, and earn up to $450. Several payout options are available.

Option 1: Earn $200
Get a Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Health Assessment and an annual physical.

Option 2: Earn up to $150
Complete an approved health program or screening.

Option 3: Earn up to $100
Do an approved physical activity or nutrition challenge, event, or program.

Head to Wellness Benefits for information about Husky Health and other wellness benefits.

 

Bodywork for Relaxation: Lunch & Learn

 

Join us for a presentation with Karen Hoyem, Body Therapy for All, to learn about:

  • bodywork and how it supports overall health and wellness
  • benefits of CranialSacral Therapy and Touch for Health
  • self-help techniques to help reduce stress
  • Q & A

The presentation is from noon to 1 p.m. January 15, in MUB Alumni Lounge A. Register online.

Feel free to bring your lunch. Beverages will be provided.

This free event is open to faculty, staff, students, and local community members. Attendance counts toward Husky Health Option 2. Questions? Contact Shannon Brodeur.

Sponsored by Employee Wellness.

Open Enrollment Ends November 30

Due to the changes on how benefits will be offered, it is very important that faculty and staff attend one of the Benefit Forums and use the tools and resources provided to learn more about the Husky Flexible Benefit Plan.

Open Enrollment Flyer

An enrollment call center will be available for the rest of the month from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. during the week. The call center may be reached at (855) 874-0198.

The Call Center schedule is as follows:

  • Employees with Last Names A- J to call Nov. 13-16
  • Employees with Last Names K-Q to call Nov. 19-21
  • Employees with Last Names R-Z to call Nov. 26-28
  • Open to ALL to call Nov. 29-30

2019 Open Enrollment is now open and will go until midnight Friday, Nov. 30. This year the enrollment process is mandatory. Current coverage and elections will not automatically roll over. Open Enrollment will be on MyMichiganTech and can be accessed using this link.

There is one remaining Benefit Forums for 2019 Open Enrollment:

  • 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 20 in MUB Ballroom B

If you have any questions, contact the Benefits Office at 7-2517 or benefits@mtu.edu.

Maintain Don’t Gain Wellness Campaign

 

Sign up today for the 2018 Challenge which runs November 12 – December 31. Participating employees may claim 500 bonus HuskyPAW points! 

Once again, we’re teaming up with Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less Online. 

This FREE 7-week program provides you with access to weekly newsletters, daily tips, healthy holiday recipes, and a virtual race through Rome.  When you sign up for the race (details will be in your Week 1 newsletter), be sure to join the #MichiganTech group!

Health Care 101 Series with Blue Cross

BCBSM

Health Care 101 Series with Blue Cross

Learn how to navigate health care choices, use online tools, and save money.  Join us for a two-session series with Ryan Whitley, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan.

It is suggested that you bring your smart phone.

Session 1 | October 24 | Noon-1PM (MUB Superior Room (B001) or 3-4PM (MUB Alumni Lounge B)

BCBSM Online Tools – The Basics:

  • How to download the BCBS apps and overview of the tools
    • BCBSM App
    • Online Healthcare
  • Online Tools
    • ID Card
    • Coverage
    • Claims & Forms
  • Find A Doctor Demo – Comparing Providers
    • Locally, Regionally, Nationwide, and Worldwide
    • Provider Quality Measures

Session 2 | October 25 | Noon-1PM or 3-4PM (MUB Superior Room)

 BCBSM Online Tools- Making Good Choices & Saving Dollars:

  • Choices For Care
    • Physician’s Office, Nurseline, Online, Urgent Care, & ER
      • Know the difference and how to choose
  • Medical Procedure Cost Comparison Tool Demo
  • Wellness Tools and Virtual Wellness

Feel free to bring your lunch. Beverages will be provided.

This free event is open to faculty & staff. Register hereHuskyPAW members will receive 100 points for attending each session.

Questions? Contact Shannon Brodeur.

New Husky Flexible Benefit Plan – Benefit Forums and 2019 Open Enrollment

open enrollmentHuman Resources is working on a comprehensive rollout regarding the 2019 benefit changes with resources and tools that will be available throughout the Open Enrollment period.

Open Enrollment Flyer

2019 Open Enrollment begins Monday, Nov. 5 and ends midnight Friday, Nov. 30. Open enrollment is your opportunity to assess your individual and family needs and elect the benefit package that is right for you. This year the enrollment process is mandatory. Current coverage and elections will not automatically roll over.

The Benefits Office will host four Benefit Forums with information about the new Husky Flexible Benefit Plan and Open Enrollment process.

Due to the changes on how benefits will be offered, it is very important that faculty and staff attend one of the Benefit Forums and use the tools and resources provided to learn more about the Husky Flexible Benefit Plan.

The times, dates and locations are listed below. Release time will be provided to attend the Benefit Forums.

  • 2 to 3:30 p.m. Oct. 17 in MUB–B2 and B3
  • 2 to 3:30 p.m. Nov. 7 in MUB–B2 and B3
  • 2 to 3:30 p.m. Nov. 15 in MUB–B2 and B3
  • 2 to 3:30 p.m. Nov. 20 in MUB–B2 and B3

Open Enrollment Assistance

During the week of Nov. 12-16 in person, one-on-one Open Enrollment assistance will be available between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. at the MUB. More information will be available in the coming weeks with specific details and how to schedule an appointment.

Open Enrollment support through a call center will also be available from Nov. 12-30. More information will be provided with call center hours and a call center phone number in the coming weeks.

Read Tech Today and attend the Benefit Forums for more information about the Husky Flexible Benefit Plan and Open Enrollment.