Long-Term Care Insurance Available to UW Employees

Long-Term Care Insurance covers services that are typically not covered by health insurance, but are vital for a patient, such as assistance with activities of daily living (walking, eating, bathing, etc.). This type of insurance provides financial protection from the rising costs of long-term care. Coverage for care in non-institutional settings such as assisted living, adult day care, and in-home care is also available.

Review Long-Term Care Insurance for plan eligibility and enrollment information.

Each year, the Long-Term Care Insurance plan, authorized by the Department of Employee Trust Funds (ETF), may distribute one advertisement piece to employees. This year, ETF is distributing a Long-Term Care Insurance Update prepared by HealthChoice, the plan vendor.

For questions contact HealthChoice at 1-800-833-5823 or info@healthchoice.com. Visit www.healthchoice.com/request.php to request an information packet.

Source: UW System Human Resources

Simple Salmon with Dill Sauce

Ingredientssalmon with dill sauce

  • 1 salmon fillet (about 2 pounds)
  • 2 tablespoons low-sodium soy sauce
  • Coarse black pepper
  • 1/2 cup low-fat sour cream
  • Olive oil
  • 1/2 cup finely chopped cucumber
  • 1 teaspoon fresh dill

 

 

Directions

 

Preheat oven to 450°F. Rinse salmon fillet and place skin-side down on a flat baking pan. Pour soy sauce over salmon and sprinkle with pepper. Roast salmon using the 10-minute rule–approximately 10 minutes per inch of thickness at the thickest point. If you want to brown the top, brush lightly with olive oil and sear the salmon before roasting, or run briefly under broiler. Cook until the salmon is opaque and flakes easily with a fork (internal temperature of 145°F).

 

Serve salmon hot or cold with dill sauce made by combining 1/2 cup low-fat sour cream, 1/2 cup finely chopped cucumber that has been lightly salted and drained, and 1 teaspoon chopped fresh dill (or more to taste).

 

Serves 6

 

Each serving contains about 288 calories, 5 g carbohydrates, 31 g protein, 17 g fat, 292 mg sodium, and 0 g fiber.

Recipe from the StayWell Company, LLC.

Today’s Dash – Get your greens for bone health.

Every day, your body breaks down old bone cells and builds new ones. It’s a complex process requiring lots of vitamins and minerals. This includes calcium and vitamin D, as well as vitamin K. Research suggests this nutrient doesn’t make your bones thicker or denser, but might still prevent fractures. Scientists think it may work to help support bone structure in some other way.

Experts say specific recommendations for vitamin K depend on age, gender, and other factors, such as pregnancy. In most cases, eating foods rich in vitamin K is enough to boost levels. These include:

Green, leafy vegetables, such as spinach

Broccoli, cabbage, and cauliflowercouliflower and cabbage

Green peas

Soybeans

Olives

Cereals

Article from the StayWell Company, LLC

Welcome Terry Giesler!

On March 25, 2019, the Division of Information Technology welcomed Terry Giesler as a Technician.

Terry comes to UW-Green Bay from Kettle Moraine Correctional Institution in Plymouth, WI where he worked for three years. He is a scuba diving, science and technology nerd.

A graduate of Green Bay Preble High School, Terry grew up in Green Bay and did the NWTC teledata apprenticeship. He currently lives in Appleton.

Welcome, Terry!

The Bellin Run: It’s not so scary (and is a WALK as well) Lunch ‘n Learn

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Have you thought about walking or running in the Bellin Run, or maybe have participated in the past?  Please join us as Linda Maxwell, Assistant Race Director of the Bellin Run, presents “The Bellin Run:  It’s not so scary (and is a WALK as well)!”  Linda will share information about the perks of the Corporate Challenge (UW-Green Bay has been a member for years), talk about walking as a prime part of the event, and give basic event information and updates.  After Linda’s presentation, you will feel more comfortable and confident competing in this event.  Also, any employees who attend will be entered in a drawing for a Bellin Run full-zip windbreaker (size medium)!

Date: Tuesday, April 2nd

Time: 12:00 to 12:45 pm

Room: World Unity Room B (behind the Phoenix Club in the lower level of the Union – just follow the signs)

Presenter: Linda Maxwell, Assistant Race Director of the Bellin Run

RSVP: wellness@uwgb.edu

Hope to see you there!

Groundskeeper

This position reports to the Grounds Supervisor and performs groundskeeping duties to maintain, renovate, and improve the campus landscape and surrounding areas.  Responsibilities include care, pruning, fertilizing, mowing, and maintenance of turf, woody plants, and trees on the campus.  Assist in asphalt repairs on campus roads, trails, and parking lots. This position must safely operate all grounds related equipment, turf equipment, and snow removal equipment and possess skills to perform general maintenance, and assist grounds mechanics in repairs of all types of equipment, trucks, and cars. Knowledge and safe operating skills of different types and sizes of chainsaws is required. This position requires knowledge of best pest management practices, and the ability to safely apply pesticides, and herbicides. Other responsibilities include maintaining accurate records, assist with training, and direction of 8-10 part time employees, including students, volunteers, and University Staff Temporary employees.

For more information and position responsibilities, please see the full position announcement.

To ensure consideration, please apply by Sunday, April 7, 2019.

State Group Life Insurance Annual Premium Update

Each year, State Group Life Insurance premiums are updated on April 1. For University Staff (paid bi-weekly), the premium update will be reflected on the March 28, 2019 paycheck. For Faculty/Academic Staff/Limited Appointees (paid monthly), the premium update will be reflected on the April 1, 2019 paycheck.

Current enrollees in the State Group Life insurance program can review their updated premiums at this link: State Group Life Premium Notice. Additionally, current enrollees in the program were sent an email with a link to this customized web page.

State Group Life Insurance premium and coverage levels are based on:

  • An employee’s highest calendar year of eligible earnings
  • An employee’s age as of April 1 each year
  • The coverage level the employee has elected

Employees who have changed age categories, or have had a salary change since April 1, 2018, will have a premium change effective April 1, 2019.

Premium Increase

Effective April 1, 2019, in addition to the annual premium update, there is also a premium increase for the first time in many years. Whether or not an employee will experience a premium increase will depend on his/her age.

Employees in higher age ranges may have a slight premium increase. Employees in lower age ranges may not see an increase at all. View State Group Life insurance premiums and age ranges.  Please note the premiums for spouse and dependent coverage are not changing.

The premium increase was approved by the Group Insurance Board which oversees the administration of the State Group Life insurance program.

Questions?

For general information about the State Group Life insurance plan, visit the State Group Insurance plan page or visit ALEX. If you have questions about the premium update or increase, contact Human Resources at (920) 465-2390 or payrollandbenefits@uwgb.edu.

Source: UW Service Center