The best health insurance you can buy is not what you pay for—it's what you do for yourself. – Kenneth H. Cooper, M.D., M.P.H.
The VLCT Health Trust is committed to promoting a wellness culture in its member organizations and healthy behavior by individual subscribers. Several programs are available that interact to support this commitment, with financial and physical payoffs.
The Healthy Lifestyle Rewards program pays $50-$100 to subscribers and their covered spouses who show they are living healthily. To participate, refer to the instructions and other resources provided below. In the Wellness Leader program, which pays up to 4% of annual rates to members that record how they support their employees’ wellbeing, a Wellness Coordinator at each member municipality is trained and administers the program from January through December. VLCT then evaluates the reported results, determines the reward levels, and distributes checks in January. Every year, VLCT also offers two challenges that provide daily and weekly support and encouragement for health-conscious subscribers.
The League's wellness programs are described more fully in the overview provided in the Resources list below. After reading this, if you have any questions about VLCT’s wellness programs, contact Shawna O'Neill, Administrative Assistant, Risk Management Services.
Resources
- Video Preview of VLCT's Leader and Healthy Lifestyle Rewards Programs (YouTube link)
Statistics and examples of why and how to implement wellness programs that can lead to saving money on health insurance. - 2011 Healthy Lifestyle Rewards Instructions
Flier explaining how subscribers and spouses can earn $50-$100 each. - Proof of Participation Form - Health Screening
Proof of Participation Form - Weight Control and Exercise Programs
Forms to be used by people in the Healthy Lifestyle Rewards Program who are using a non-VLCT resource for either a health screening or a weight loss/control or exercise challenge. - 2011 VLCT Health Screenings Schedule – by Host
2011 VLCT Health Screenings Schedule – by Date
Going to a 15-minute VLCT health screening in your area is a convenient way to "learn your numbers" and begin the Healthy Lifestyle Rewards Program. Call the host to schedule a time. - 2011 VLCT Flu Shot Clinics Schedule – by Host
2011 VLCT Flu Shot Clinics Schedule – by Date
A convenient way for all Health Trust subscribers to get their annual flu shot. Call the host to schedule a time. - MyCIGNA.com
Log in for secure access to a wealth of health-related resources and to take My Health Assessment as part of the Healthy Lifestyle Rewards program. - It's Time To Feel Better (off-site link)
It's Time To Feel Better – Podcast Library (off-site link)
CIGNA provides information on a variety of health-related topics in this site's two center tabs, "... to be in good health" and "... to know stuff". New podcasts, 2- to 8-minute recordings to download or listen to online, are being added to the library every month. - Employee Assistance Program (EAP) (on-site link)
VLCT's partner in supporting emotional health and wellness. - Vermont Quit Network (off-site link)
Link to information, resources and coaching to help quit smoking.
Or call 1-800-784-8669 (QUIT NOW). - PACIF Online University (on-site link)
How to access a selection of online safety courses. - VLCT Wellness Library
Search our Wellness Library for health and wellness materials to borrow, free of charge. - The Safe and Healthy Kids Club
The Safe and Healthy Kids Club is for dependent children, ages 5-15, of VLCT Health Trust participants. Use this form to enroll and start receiving quarterly mailings of fun activities on safety and health-related themes. - Health & Safety Publications (on-site link)
- Coordinator Resources (on-site link)
