Category: Wellness

Onsite Health Screening

Time to register for your onsite health screening!

A free health screening* event has been scheduled for employees (and spouses) who are enrolled in the State of Wisconsin Group Health Insurance Program.

At an onsite screening, you’ll learn your measurements for blood pressure, body mass index (BMI), cholesterol (HDL, LDL and total), triglycerides and glucose, and be in and out in 20 minutes. Register today!

  • DATE:  Wednesday, April 6, 2022 or Thursday, September 22, 2022
  • TIME:  9:00 am to 2:00 pm
  • LOCATION:  University Union, Phoenix Rooms, Green Bay campus

Please register at webmdhealth.com/wellwisconsin by clicking Benefits, and then Get Started on the Biometric Screening card.

Earn your $150 Well Wisconsin Incentive

Complete three activities by October 14, 2022 to earn the $150 Well Wisconsin incentive.

  1. Get a health screening or complete another health check option (ex. dental exam or coaching session).
  2. Complete the health assessment at webmdhealth.com/wellwisconsin – it takes about 10 minutes and is mobile and tablet friendly!
  3. Complete a well-being activity (ex. complete a challenge, listen to two 30 minute pod casts, etc.).

For more information on the Well Wisconsin Program or to complete your activities, log in to webmdhealth.com/wellwisconsin­­.

*The Well Wisconsin incentive program is a voluntary program available to employees, retirees and spouses enrolled in the State of Wisconsin Group Health Insurance Program, excluding Medicare Advantage participants who have incentives available through their health plan. The Well Wisconsin incentive will automatically be issued to eligible participants upon completing the applicable activities. All wellness incentives paid to participants are considered taxable income to the group health plan subscriber and are reported to their employer, who will issue a W2. In some cases, the Wisconsin Retirement System acts as the employer. Retirees, continuants and their spouses will have some taxes withheld from the incentive amount earned.

Save the Date – Conflict Management for Employees Training

Save the Date!

Kepro-WI is excited to invite you to participate in our upcoming session on Conflict Management for Employees delivered by subject matter expert, Mike Joerndt, a sought-after professional with years of experience in this topic. Mike Joerndt will give you the opportunity to engage directly with all of your questions and comments will be responded to in a manner which is appropriate for this session. We are excited to bring you this session and are confident that you will find it well worth your time.

Session Description:
This class will allow participants to understand and dissect their role in conflict, which is the first step to conflict management. This is a journey to assess and learn what you can do differently, to “play in the sandbox” productively with a wide variety of people.

Topic: Conflict Management for Employees
Client: (State of WI) University of WI – Green Bay
Date/Time: 3/23/2022 10:00 AM, America/Chicago
ID: KEPRO100205

Click Here to Attend

Audio conference:
United States Toll: +1-408-418-9388
Access Code: 2631 890 5097

Password: VnWVl8Y4wTD

Meet Your Facilitator: 

Mike Joerndt brings over 20 years of experience in sales, training and business. As a manager, Mike was directly responsible for leading and developing a team of associates, trainers, and current and future leaders. As a director, Mike has led a division of multiple teams, supporting Fortune 500 companies as well as innovative start-ups. This includes communicating market intelligence and strategic recommendations to those companies while also ensuring each team had the tools and leadership necessary to succeed. At the same time, Mike was responsible for meeting internal financial goals and finding opportunities to expand partnerships with the companies supported by his division.

In each stage of his career, Mike has been responsible for training, coaching and developing others. In doing so he has helped numerous professionals advance their careers. He has training experience in communication, business management, forecasting, desktop computer applications, coaching and development, process management, consultative selling, and strategic execution. Most recently, Mike has developed continuing education courses for health care professionals in the long-term and elderly care spaces. The proudest moments of Mike’s career are those in which he has been able to inspire and assist others in reaching their professional goals.

Mike has a Master’s in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from the University of Minnesota. Mike views learning as a lifetime activity and has recently completed certificates in Interpersonal Communication, Strategic Thinking, and Managing Innovation.

UREC Spring Group Fitness Schedule

The birds are singing and spring is coming!  Check out the fun group fitness classes at UREC this spring: https://www.uwgb.edu/university-recreation/fitness/group-fitness/class-schedule/ 

Join us in the Kress over your lunch break (12:15 – 12:45 pm) for Yoga with Alex Wandersee or Zumba® with Kristy Aoki, or check out Relaxation Yoga at 8 pm!  You can register for classes on the new UREC app or online, and login under “UWGB Credentials” with your UWGB email and password.

WRS Webinars in March

ETF is offering a series of 30-minute, live, interactive webinars designed to increase your understanding of Wisconsin Retirement System benefits.  Individuals can also ask questions at the end of these sessions. To avoid connectivity issues during webinars, we highly recommend using Google Chrome as your web browser.

Annuity Options

Choosing a WRS annuity option is one of the most important decisions you will face. This webinar will cover all of the WRS annuity options and help you understand them so that you can make an informed decision. We will also explain the important differences between a beneficiary and a named survivor.

  • Thu, Mar 10, 2022 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm
  • Wed, Mar 16, 2022 11:00 am – 11:30 am
  • Tue, Mar 22, 2022 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm

To register, go to: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/6609437492980238605

WRS Effective Rates and Annuity Adjustments

Each year you may see changes to the amount of your retirement payment. We’ll discuss why and how these changes happen.

By the end of this presentation, you will be able to:

  • Define WRS effective rates and annuity adjustments.
  • Explain how the Core Trust Fund and Variable Trust Fund effective rates are calculated.
  • Explain how the Core Trust Fund and Variable Trust Fund annuity adjustments are calculated.

Tue, Mar 8, 2022 11:00 am – 11:30 am
Thu, Mar 17, 2022 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Wed, Mar 30, 2022 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm

To register, go to: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/3882971913329974283

WRS Retirement Benefit Calculations

Have you requested a retirement estimate? Thinking about it? In this presentation we’ll discuss how we calculate your retirement benefit.

By the end of this presentation, you will be able to:

  • Explain the individual components of the two retirement benefit calculation methods.
  • Describe what affects your WRS retirement benefit for each type of calculation (money purchase and formula).

Wed, Mar 2, 2022 1:00 pm – 1:30 pm
Mon, Mar 14, 2022 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Tue, Mar 29, 2022 11:00 am – 11:30 am

To register, go to: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/8987489829652547083

Preparing for Your Retirement

Planning to retire in the next 1-10 years? Then this webinar is for you.

We’ll discuss:

  • The money you and your employer have put towards your retirement account.
  • How your retirement account grows through investments.
  • When you can retire.
  • Options for receiving your retirement benefit.
  • Rules you must follow if you return to work after retiring.
  • What happens to your account after you die.
  • Changes to your health and life insurance in retirement.

Learn in a way that fits your schedule (workday or evening). Attend this presentation in a live webinar!

To register, go to: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/2592441029449835020

Thu, Mar 10, 2022 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Thu, Mar 24, 2022 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm

REGISTER HERE

Stressless Challenge

The Stressless Challenge is taking place from February 28 – March 27. Challenge yourself to find 5 minutes each day to focus on something that helps you feel good and earn incentive credit while you’re at it.

Stress can have surprising effects on overall health, from the way we think and feel to the way we eat and behave. There are lots of ways stress can affect you, but you can have a major effect on your stress, too. Taking as little as 5 minutes for yourself to unwind each day can make a difference. There are lots of ways to relieve stress—what works for you is what’s important. Try stretching, meditating, or doing something you enjoy.

Enjoy downtime every day

Did you know taking “me time” can help you become more mindful, which can help you sleep better, stay on top of stress and improve your heart health?  Be sure to register before March 7, and start reducing stress and restoring your well-being.

During the Stressless challenge, you’ll track your downtime for 21 of 28 days between February 28 and March 27. Take five minutes to relax for 21 days to enjoy better well-being! Completing the Stressless Challenge counts as completing your well-being activity, which is one step toward earning $150. (Complete your health assessment and a health check, too, to earn the full amount.)

REGISTER HERE

Well Wisconsin Radio Podcasts

Well Wisconsin Radio is back in 2022 and better than ever-podcasting! We are excited to share the first episode.  Listen in as host Morgan Meinen interviews Dr. Christine Whelan, clinical professor in the School of Human Ecology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, about setting goals and finding purpose during times of uncertainty.

Check out the new Well Wisconsin Radio webpage. Episodes will be released monthly with a few bonus shows along the way. Last year’s episodes are still available.

You can be notified when new episodes are available by subscribing through Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts or the platform of your choice. While listening to an episode, you’ll hear a code that you can enter in the wellness portal. Entering codes from two episodes earns the well-being activity step towards your wellness incentive!

Random Acts of Kindness Week: February 13-19

Did you know this week is Random Acts of Kindness Week?  According to the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation, “There are scientifically proven benefits of being kind.  The positive effects of kindness are experienced in the brain of everyone who witnessed the act, improving their mood and making them significantly more likely to ‘pay it forward.’ This means one good deed in a crowded area can create a domino effect and improve the day for dozens of people!  This month celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Week and reap some of those benefits for your team.”

The kindness calendars provide many easy, practical and effective ideas for improving your wellness as well as those around you, and there is a new idea each day of the year!  We still have some calendars left, so just email wellness@uwgb.edu if you would like one sent to you.  If you prefer an online calendar, or just want to check it out, click here to view the calendar online.

“Too often we underestimate the power of a touch, a smile, a kind word, a listening ear, an honest compliment, or the smallest act of caring, all of which have the potential to turn a life around.”
~ Leo Buscaglia

America Saves Week

SAVE THE DATE! AMERICA SAVES WEEK IS FEBRUARY 21-25

We hope that you’re having a happy and healthy start to the New Year! The America Saves team has hit the ground running and has quite a bit to share with you.

UW System is promoting financial well-being with the America Saves Week campaign February 21-25 with webinars, credit checks, and other resources.

America Saves Week encourages individuals and families to set a goal and make a plan to achieve financial stability.

Check out the UW System America Saves Week Website to have an incredible America Saves Week!

During this week, UW System will feature live webinars, presented by:

UW Credit Union will also offer virtual Credit Checkups.

See you there!

Source: UW System Human Resources

Health Benefits Update: Free COVID-19 Test Kits

Most employees who are enrolled in the state group health insurance can now purchase over-the-counter COVID-19 diagnostic test kits at no cost. Coverage limits and exclusions apply. If you are enrolled in the Group Health Insurance Program and not yet on Medicare, you have coverage for eight (8) individual at-home COVID-19 tests every 30 days. Tests can be purchased from pharmacies, retail locations, or online. Only tests approved by the Federal Food and Drug Administration, or FDA, will be covered.  Please review this webpage for details: https://etf.wi.gov/news/over-counter-covid-19-test-coverage-information.

Here is general information about your health insurance benefits and COVID-19:  https://etf.wi.gov/your-health-benefits-and-covid-19 

Source: Department of Employee Trust Funds