Archive for ‘Benefits’

As the calendar year is coming to an end, it is time to start thinking about making sure you have used all of your FSA money before you lose it. Need to know what is considered to be an eligible expense to use your FSA or HSA funds on?  Check out this chart to help you determine if you are using your funds appropriately.

All benefits-eligible employees will need to complete their enrollment online between November 6 and November 10th. Schedule an appointment if you would like assistance enrolling in your benefits during this week. Walk-Ins are welcome as well.

Please plan to attend one of the following Benefits Open Enrollment Informational meetings to learn about your benefit offerings for 2018.

Mon., Oct. 30: (Core Classroom- foyer of Brown Library)

• 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m., 2:30-4:00 p.m. and 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Tues., Oct. 31: (Adams Center)

• 1:30-3:00 p.m. and 3:30-5:00 p.m.

Wed., Nov. 1: (Core Classroom- foyer of Brown Library)

• 8:30-10:00 a.m. and 3:00-4:30 p.m.

Thurs., Nov. 2: (Adams Center)

• 1:30-3:00 p.m. and 3:30-5:00 p.m.

Fri., Nov. 3: (Core Classroom- foyer of Brown Library)

• 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. and 2:30-4:00 p.m.

View the 2018 Open Enrollment Presentation.

Don’t forget to complete your two extra activity credits by November 15th!  You have the ability to receive two different discounts on your premiums for 2018.  One for completing an annual exam between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017.  Then, another for completing two additional wellness activities.  It is not too late to register for the wellness portal and complete two activities.  For more information, check out our FAQ link or contact our wellness coordinator, Jessica Hall at wellness@gpatpa.com.

All benefits-eligible employees will need to complete their enrollment online during the week of November 6-10. Watch for more details.

Mon., Oct. 23:  (Dallas Campus- Crown Point Classroom)

• 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

Wed., Oct. 25:  (Core Classroom- foyer of Brown Library)

• 8:30-10:00 a.m.
• 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
• 3:00-4:30 p.m.

Thurs., Oct. 26: (Adams Center)

•  1:30-3:00 p.m.
• 3:30-5:00 p.m.

Mon., Oct. 30: (Core Classroom- foyer of Brown Library)

•  11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
• 2:30-4:00 p.m.
• 4:00-5:00 p.m.

Tues., Oct. 31:  (Adams Center)

• 1:30-3:00 p.m.
• 3:30-5:00 p.m.

Wed., Nov. 1:  (Core Classroom- foyer of Brown Library)

• 8:30-10:00 a.m.
• 3:00-4:30 p.m.

Thurs., Nov. 2: (Adams Center)

•  1:30-3:00 p.m.
• 3:30-5:00 p.m.

Fri., Nov. 3:  (Core Classroom- foyer of Brown Library)

• 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m.
• 2:30-4:00 p.m.

This is the final week of the Healthy Meal, Healthy Me Challenge. The challenge ends September 30, so you still have time to log your healthy recipes and meet the challenge requirement to earn 1 Wellness Credit!

Don’t forget to track your challenge participation:

• Record your challenge completion on your Wellness Portal at www.gpatpa.com (login and click “Wellness”).  Once you have tracked 15 days for the month, credit will automatically be awarded for this activity.
  
• If you are unable to record your challenge online, you may submit the completed paper tracking form to the GPA Wellness Department at wellness@gpatpa.com or fax to (469) 445-3151 BY OCTOBER 15^th to receive credit for completion.

Thanks for participating in the challenge!

Questions?  Contact your GPA Wellness Coordinator, Jessica Hall
wellness@gpatpa.com   ph: (469) 445-3150

The ACU Medical Clinic will hold several flu shot clinics in the coming weeks for your convenience.  Flu shots are priced at $25 but are free of charge to all ACU insured employees, spouses and dependents 12 and over.
Each clinic will be from 11:30 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at the following dates and locations:

October 18 – Brown Library Core Classroom
October 19 – SRWC Lobby
October 25 – HWC Admissions Conference Room
November 1 – Hall of Servants in the Bible Building
November 2 – Campus Center

Having an annual wellness exam between October 1, 2016 and September 30, 2017 will qualify you to receive a discount on your insurance premiums for next calendar year. That deadline is coming quick!

Did you know that September is Preventive Health Month?  If you are signed up for ACU’s Wellness Portal through GPA, click on the September Put into Practice link and read more on the “Put a Checkup on Your Checklist” to find out what preventative exams you should be doing based on your age and gender.  There is also an activity credit you can earn related to your preventative exams.  Click on the “September PIP-Get It Done!” link under your activities list on the wellness portal.  You can also find more information regarding what preventative exams the CDC recommends at this link.

Please plan on joining us for a come-and-go health fair in the McCaleb Conference room of the Hunter Welcome Center this Wednesday, September 6th from 10am-1pm.  We will have vendors from all over Abilene here to share information on ways to live a healthier lifestyle.  You will also have the opportunity to win various door prizes, receive a chair massage, try healthy food options, get some free swag, AND earn one credit towards your wellness #2 requirement for next year.  Find more information in the email from HR today or by visiting our FAQ link.