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07/19/2018 — New Fitbit Discount For Local 689 Members!
TEHW is now offering Fitbit subsidies to eligible members! Now through August 31st, you will be able to get a Fitbit device AND accessory at a significant discount!
Use the promo code: TEHW+the la…
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07/05/2018 — Meet Our Wellness Champions!
The efforts of the Wellness Champions are greatly appreciated and extremely important to the success of the wellness program.
They serve as a resource for the 689 Moving Metro Wellness Program. …
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07/05/2018 — July Is Skin Cancer Awareness Month
What is skin cancer and what causes it?
Skin cancer is a disease in which malignant cells form in the layers of the skin. Almost all skin cancers are caused by exposure to the ultraviolet (UV) r…
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06/29/2018 — Get Your Blood Pressure, Cholesterol and Glucose Checked Plus Much More Starting July 17th!
Starting July 17th, 689 Moving Metro will offer blood pressure, cholesterol, blood glucose, and BMI screenings.
- Get a snapshot of your total health.
- Earn 2,000 points on Go365 for participa…
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06/21/2018 — Step Into The Summer Walking Challenge!
Summer is already here! So why not jumpstart the summer with getting active on Go365? From July 1st - July 27th, compete with your colleagues for the ultimate summer walking challenge! Compete for …
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06/15/2018 — Free Nutrition Presentation To Help You Manage Your Blood Pressure
689 Moving Metro is now offering a brand new program to improve your lifestyle and diet! Learn easy ways to manage stress and blood pressure during our nutrition presentation:
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06/05/2018 — Living with Migraines
Almost one-third of migraine sufferers experience moderate to severe disability. The head pain and other make it difficult for many to function during attacks. Migraines are a lea…
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06/03/2018 — National HIV Testing Day
National HIV Testing Day is on June 27th. The 2018 theme is "Doing It My Way, Testing for HIV".
Find the nearest testing site and know your status on June 27th. Click for more information. T…
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06/03/2018 — Exercise for Stress Relief - New Class Added!
Does stress leave you drained and feeling down? Rejuvenate your spirit and join 689 Moving Metro for a day of fun-filled activities, contests, challenges and much more!
When: Tuesday June 5th
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06/03/2018 — Men's Health: Dispel The Gender Myths
Depression. Are women more prone to depression and suicide? No, in fact, just the opposite is true. It’s important for men to know the symptoms of depression including persistent feelings of sadness,…
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05/16/2018 — Free Go365 Webinars Available!
Want to participate in the Go365 program, but don't know where to start? Couldn't make it to our Go365 Demo Days?
We are now offering free webinars for you to learn more about the many features Go…
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05/09/2018 — Biometric Screenings Coming Soon
Do you know if your blood pressure is in a healthy range? Would you like to have your cholesterol tested? Plan to participate in the upcoming biometric screenings that will be offered to Local 689 m… -
05/07/2018 — May Is Mental Health Awareness Month
Mental health is essential to everyone’s overall health and well-being, and mental illnesses are common and treatable. So much of what we do physically impacts us mentally.
Paying attention to…
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05/07/2018 — Moving Metro Work And Life Solutions
At 689 Moving Metro, we understand how difficult it can be to find balance between work and life. That's why we created the Moving Metro Work & Life Solutions component - to meet the various need…
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05/02/2018 — Earn Points and Learn More About Your Health and Welfare Plan
All of us have encountered difficulties in navigating the medical care system. The following six videos and supporting materials have been produced to help members of the Transit Employees’ Health &a…
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04/26/2018 — 689 Moving Metro Will Be At The Rail Rodeo!
689 Moving Metro will be at the Rail Rodeo on Saturday April 28th at Branch Avenue from 10 am - 12 pm. Come learn more about the wellness program! Additional details below:
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04/25/2018 — Bicycle-Friendly Driver Seminar
Join this interactive seminar to increase the safety of bus operators and cyclists. This seminar is an opportunity to learn and reinforce safe driving habits as it pertains to bicycle safety.
Her…
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04/16/2018 — Exercise For Stress Relief
Does stress leave you drained and feeling down? Rejuvenate your spirit and join 689 Moving Metro for a day of fun-filled activities, contests, challenges and much more!
When: Thursday April 19th…
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04/05/2018 — April is National Sleep Awareness Month
Did you know that chronic sleep loss or sleep disorders may affect as many as 70 million Americans?
Sleep is as important to life as food and water. You know you need quality sleep to refresh, r…
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04/04/2018 — Meet With A Humana Representative!
Want to learn more about the Go365 program? Meet with a Humana representative to ask questions, create your Go365 account, demo the site and get assistance with downloading the app! You don't want to…
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03/19/2018 — Receive Wellness Updates From 689 Moving Metro!
689 Moving Metro understands that our members have busy schedules and are always on the go. We are now offering a more convenient way to stay connected.
Join our text message list for health inform…
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03/12/2018 — Celebrate National Nutrition Month
This National Nutrition Month®, MyPlate is here to help you “spring” into the new season with a variety of tools and resources to help you find a healthy eating style that works for you at any age. W…
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03/12/2018 — Nutrition Counseling Now Available!
Meet one on one with a registered dietician to answer your nutriti…
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03/12/2018 — Partner with a Health Coach on Go365!
Just log in to your Go365 account and select the health coaching o…
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02/23/2018 — New Wellness Rewards Program Coming Soon!
Did you know you can get rewards for particpating in the Go365 program? For 2018, members can earn $160 in health care premium discounts! Here are some ways you can earn points:- Take your…
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02/22/2018 — GoGo Fitness: New Exercise Classes Offered in March
New GoGo Fitness classes coming soon! Come dance and sweat to the beat of GoGo music during the month of March. All classes will be held in the Local 689 Union Hall.
Dates: March 8 | March 15 | …
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02/22/2018 — Flexible Fridays: New Stretching Program at Bladensburg Bus Division
689 Moving Metro is offering a four-week program designed to incorporate stretching as part of your daily routine! Each class is only 20 minutes and works to improve flexibility and reduce stress as …
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02/12/2018 — Healthy Habits Can Lead to a Healthy Lifestyle
Heart disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. The best way to prevent heart disease is to lower your risk by living a healthy lifestyle. Not sure where to begin? We have simplified five he…
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02/12/2018 — Bounce Back to Work: New Workshops Coming Soon!
If you're returning to work after a Workers'-Compensation injury, you must attend this workshop. The mandatory workshop will give you the tools you need to reduce your risk of job-related injuries. W…
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02/09/2018 — Online Fitbit Store Open for Local 689 Members!
The store will be open for one year (through February 6, 2019).
How…
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01/23/2018 — Flu Season: How to Protect You and Your Family
The CDC recommends a yearly flu vaccine as the first and most important step in protecting against flu viruses.
While there are many different flu viruses, a flu vaccine protects against the vi…
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01/22/2018 — Stroke Connection Winter 2018 Issue
See & share the Stroke Connection Winter 2018 Issue!
Here are the highlights:
As with so many things involving the human brain, memory is complicated. There’s long-term memory and short-…
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01/17/2018 — National Wear Red Day
Heart disease and stroke cause 1 in 3 deaths among women each year, killing approximately one woman every 80 seconds. Fortunately, we can change that because 80 percent of cardiac and stroke ev…
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01/13/2018 — An Important Message Regarding Your Paycheck
Approximately 2,200 Local 689 members will not have health and welfare premiums deducted from their paycheck for the January 17th pay date due to a file error sent to WMATA payroll. Employees affecte…
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01/11/2018 — Your Thyroid, Small but Mighty
What is the thyroid?
The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland found in the base of the neck, below the Adam’s apple. Despite the thyroid’s small size, it produces a hormone that affects ev…
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01/07/2018 — Let's Have The Best Year Ever
You don’t need lofty resolutions to have the best year ever. Give yourself some grace and start 2018 off right with , starting January 8th! It’ll set you up for success in buil…
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01/07/2018 — Create a Vision Door for 2018
Now is the time more than ever to set new health goals! Team up with your division and create a vision door filled with pictures that answers the question: "how can I improve my well-being in 2018?" …
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01/04/2018 — Bounce Back To Work
If you're returning to work after a Worker's Compensation-related injury, you must attend this workshop.
This mandatory workshop will give you the tools you need to reduce your risk of job-relate…
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12/05/2017 — December is Nat'l Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month
December is National Drunk and Drugged Driving Prevention Month.
The holidays are known for being merry and bright, but they’re also known for being the deadliest season when it comes to drunk d…
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12/05/2017 — New Blood Pressure Guidelines May Affect Your Health
High blood pressure should be treated earlier with lifestyle changes and in some patients with medication – at 130/80 mm Hg rather than 140/90 – based on new ACC and American Heart Association (AHA)…
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12/05/2017 — Make Every Move Count: Learn Small Steps You Can Take To Achieve Big Goals!
When you move more everyday, you can reach some pretty big goals over time. With motivation, dedication and great foot support, your small daily steps can add up to huge strides. Let your feet take y…
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12/01/2017 — Humana Representative To Present at Union Meetings
Get your questions answered and about the new wellness program at the upcoming Local 689 Union meetings! A Humana representative will be onsite to present useful information on Tuesday December 5th a…
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11/29/2017 — Register Now for Kaiser Permanente's Mind and Body Wellness Day!
Kaiser Permanente is proud to host Mind & Body Wellness Day
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11/07/2017 — Check out the Fall Issue of Heart Insight Magazine!
The American Heart Association released it's fall issue of Heart Insight Magazine! The magazine is filled with lots of information you can use to improve your heart health. Click on the icon below to…
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11/06/2017 — The Great American Smokeout
Quitting isn't easy. So make sure people know how much you support them every step of the way. On November 16, join others across the nation as they begin a tobacco-free life. The American Cancer Soc…
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11/03/2017 — November is Smoking Cessation Month!
Tobacco smoke still accounts for the #1 most preventable death in the US – accounting for 1 in every 5 deaths. Throughout the month of November, 689 Moving Metro will be providing resources to assist…
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11/03/2017 — Sugar Shock
November is American Diabetes Month. The American Heart Association recommends limiting the amount of added sugars to: six teaspoons per day for women and nine teaspoons a day for men.
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10/24/2017 — Brand New Wellness Program for Local 689 Members
689 Moving Metro's partnership with Humana has officially launched! A more comprehensive well…
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10/16/2017 — Be A Wellness Champion!
Help promote the wellness program and encourage your colleagues to participate. Assist with planning wellness events. Recieve $125 in bonus points each quarter on the wellness platform and recognitio…
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10/05/2017 — Beat Stress in 15 Minutes or Less!
Here are a few techniques you can incorporate to beat the stress:
1. Wake up Early - An extra 15 minutes in the morning can reduce frazzled nerves and give you time to plan for the day.
2. Ta…
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10/05/2017 — October is Depression Awareness Month
October is National Depression Awareness Month. Sixteen million people in the U.S. live with major depression.
Depression is more than sadness. We all feel sad from time to time. It’s a normal tem…
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10/05/2017 — Decorate your Door for Breast Cancer Awareness
Help the wellness team spread awareness of breast cancer by entering your division in a door decorating contest! Enter the contest for your chance to win awesome prizes.
Contest Rules:
Does yo…
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09/13/2017 — InStep with Diabetes Group Education Program
Join us on Thursdays starting October 5th for a FREE 4-week diabetes education program! Learn the skills to manage your pre-diabetes or diabetes, or learn how to care for a love one with these cond…
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08/17/2017 — Blood Test Finds Cancer Before Symptoms Start
Researchers say they have taken a big step towards developing a test that can tell people if they have cancer long before the first symptoms show up.
The blood test detected the majority of cancers…
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08/17/2017 — 54 Ways To Save Money
We are always told that we need to save money, but the traditional savings account or shoe box method doesn't always work. to see 54 ways to save money!
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08/17/2017 — Life Changers Campaign
We are actively seeking members who have decided to take ownership in their health! We want to be able to share your success stories with others to inspire them!
If you have experienced health bene…
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06/19/2017 — Celebrate Father's Day with These Health Tips for Men
Healthier men live happier, longer lives. to find information about the various diseases and conditions that affect men and to learn more about men's health topics.
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06/19/2017 — June is Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Month
In June, we celebrate . The American Heart Association provides resources to help you and your family eat more fruits and vegetables. Check out their Fru…
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06/19/2017 — Top Ten Tips for Healthy Grilling and Barbecuing
Summer is grilling season--though you can enjoy it all year round, too! Check out these tips from the to make your grilling delicious and healthy!
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03/29/2017 — Health Risk Assessment
New Health Assessment available April 1 to Local 689 Members!
Are you making the healthiest choices that will help you sleep better or enjoy an active retirement? Not sure? Plan to take the …
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03/22/2017 — National Nutrition Month
March is National Nutrition Month!
Here are some National Nutrition Month resources to get you started:
Remember to take …
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03/22/2017 — National Colon Cancer Awareness Month
In February 2000, President Clinton officially dedicated March as National Colon Cancer Awareness Month. Since then, it has grown to be a rallying point for the colon cancer community where thousands…
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03/22/2017 — Heart Health Online
The American Heart Association has tons of resources and information about heart health and healthy living. We encourage you to check out their and their online digital .
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02/17/2017 — Open Enrollment Confirmation Mailing
By now, Fund Participants should have received a benefit statement reflecting changes made during the 2016 Fall open enrollment that were effective January 1, 2017.
If you did not make any changes …
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01/04/2017 — H&W Deduction Holiday on January 10th
The first deduction holiday for 2017 is already here. Because deductions for health & welfare occur 4 times per month, months with 5 pay periods produce a "deduction holiday". December 2016 had…
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11/10/2016 — Supplemental Benefits Enrollment
Representatives from National Group Protection (NGP) will be at various ATU Local 689 jobsites during Open Enrollment.
Come get your questions answered so you can make your Supplemental Life Insura…
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10/31/2016 — 689 Moving Metro Wellness Program Star Players
We are excited to share these success stories from participants in our wellness program! We hope you enjoy and find inspiration in their stories. Thank you to each participant for being willing to sh…
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10/06/2016 — NEW: Fall Open Enrollment (10/24-11/18)
will be held from Monday, October 24, 2017 to Friday, November 18, 2017, for coverage effective January 1, 2018.
If you change your benefit choices, your actions will be effective…
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06/06/2016 — Around The World Step Challenge
WALK MORE.
Grab your activity tracker and some team mates because this virtual global trip will take you through some of the most visited cities and destinations in the world.
WIN MORE.
For…
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06/03/2016 — Member Self-Service Portal Temporarily Offline
The Member Self-Service Portal is temporarily offline for site maintenance. The vendor is making some repairs to their systems. We will let you know when the vendor turns it back online again. We apo…
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04/26/2016 — Coming Soon: 2016 Open Enrollment
is coming in May. We'll be posting enrollment documents and news on the site as they become available. Check back soon for more information.
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12/01/2015 — 2016 Wellness Rewards Program
Transit Employees Health and Welfare Fund and the 689 Moving Metro Wellness Program is excited to announce that starting January 1, 2016 eligible members can save up to $260 a year by participating i…
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10/30/2015 — New Worksite Wellness Specialist at TEHW
Transit Employees Health and Welfare Fund is excited to introduce Brandon M. Graves, a recent graduate at the University of Maryland, College Park with a B.S. in Community Health as our new Works…
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10/04/2015 — Virtual Step Challenge: Tour of DC
Coming in October: are you up for some healthy competition?
Grab your activity tracker, create a team or join a team and join the challenge!
*All team members must be an active member of 689 and…
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09/30/2015 — October: Breast Cancer Awareness Month
These days, when October hits, people know they can expect to see vast amounts of pink! October is of course, Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The 698 Moving Metro wellness program with Transit Employe…
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08/28/2015 — Join the 689 Moving Metro Wellness Program Team
We're growing our wellness program by adding another team member! Are you or someone you know qualified and interested in applying? See the job details and how to apply below.
The Transit Employees…
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05/29/2015 — A Stroll in The Park Instead of A Trip to The Pharmacy
Dr.'s typically prescribe medicine but one DC Physician is adding "get outside to play, walk and connect with nature" to his list of potential scripts. In an article from the Washington Post Dr. Robe…
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05/28/2015 — Some Transit Members Affected by Cyber Attack on CareFirst
CareFirst has notified the Health & Welfare Fund office that participants in the Transit Employees' Health & Welfare Plan were affected by a recently discovered cyber attack on CareFirst. Ple…
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05/17/2015 — 689 Moving Metro Team Participates in DC Color Run
The 689 Moving Metro wellness program sponsored a team for the DC Color Run event held at National Harbor on May 17th 2015. The Color Run is known as the happiest 5k on earth, throughout the course v…
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05/13/2015 — TEHW Joins ATU Local 689 In Community Outreach
On April 30th TEHW participated in a community outreach opportunity with ATU Local 689. The groups visited the seniors of Clinton and Fort Washington Manor at their "Senior Expo".
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05/12/2015 — Exercise Safely This Summer!
You’ve been exercising regularly, but now it’s summer — and hot. Sometimes even dangerously hot, and seemingly too hot to go work out.
It’s important to continue exercising over the summer because …
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04/14/2015 — Coming Soon: 2015 Open Enrollment!
is coming in May. We'll be posting enrollment documents and news on the site as they become available. Check back soon for more information.
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03/20/2015 — Upcoming Wellness Events
Spring is here and with it comes the opportunity for our 689 Moving Metro wellness program to participate in onsite events like Employee Appreciation Day and Employee Health and Safety Fairs.
Thes…
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03/19/2015 — Some Transit Members Affected by Anthem Cyber Attack
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield has notified the H&W Fund Office that 1,965 Transit Employees' Health & Welfare Plan’s participants were affected by the recently publicized cyber-attack on Ant…
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03/19/2015 — New Exercise Class at the Union Hall
Ditch the work out, join the party by attending Bokwa on Tuesday evenings!
- Class Time: 7pm
- Class Length: 60 minutes
- Location: Union Hall in Forestville
Cost for the entire 6 week program …
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12/11/2014 — 689 Wellness Program Named
Congratulations, you’ve got the power!
- Eating fruit instead of candy.
- Taking the stairs instead of the escalator or elevator.
- Taking a deep breath when your stressed rather than bottl…
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12/10/2014 — Wellness Manager and Safety Glasses Team Attend Safety Fair for ELES
If you are part of the ELES group and attend their safety fair on Tuesday, January 6 at Carmen Turner Facility, you will have the chance to learn more about the new 689 Moving Metro wellness program …
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12/09/2014 — Letter Sent in Error from United Healthcare to Retirees
United Healthcare mistakenly mailed out invoices for an administrative fee of $9.43 to the Transit Employee Health and Welfare retiree members.
These letters were mailed between 12/4 – 12/8.
Uni…
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12/03/2014 — 2015 Health and Welfare Premium Rates Now Available
When will the rate change be applied?
- Active employees will see the changes effective with the December 17th paycheck.
- Retiree changes will oc…
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10/16/2014 — Prescription Drug Plan Changes
The Plan will be partnering with UnitedHealthcare®/OptumRx® to provide your prescription drug benefits starting January 1, 2015. On December 31, 2014, your current coverage with Express Scripts Presc…
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10/03/2014 — Short Term Disability Members Please Take Notice
If you are currently on short term disability your check will arrive when it normally does, but will be sent from a payroll service company called ADP, effective October 3, 2014. Nothing changes exce…
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09/19/2014 — Plan Director Practices What He Preaches
When it comes to wellness, James McGee, the Fund’s Executive Director, tries to practice what he preaches.
He began bicycling to work 40 years ago when it was less fashionable. To this day he’ll m…
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09/18/2014 — Thank You for Having us Shady Grove!
Had a great time visitng Shady Grove for today's Employee Appreciation Day. You all did a good job getting an extra serving of fruit.
If your site is planning an event and would like the wellness p…
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09/17/2014 — Like Us on Facebook!
We are getting social! To keep up with what's going on with wellness
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09/12/2014 — Follow Our Wellness Program on Twitter
The Wellness Program has started our own Twitter feed.
Follow us today!
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09/12/2014 — Blood Pressure Facts
What is high blood pressure?
- Blood pressure is the force of blood pushing outwards on your artery walls.
- It's written as two numbers, for example: 112/78 mm Hg.
- High Blood Pressuremeans th…
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08/14/2014 — Meet Our New Wellness Program Manager!
Nichole Weaver, has joined the staff of the Transit Employees’ Health and Welfare Plan as our new Wellness Program Manager. Native to Maine, with a Bachelor’s Degree in Community Health Education, Ni…
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08/14/2014 — New Wellness Program!
Have you heard about the new wellness program getting started for Local 689 members?
You may be wondering why we are starting to talk more about healthy living on the job. For starters, health in o…
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06/02/2014 — Open Enrollment has Ended
Open Enrollment has closed.
Open Enrollment ended on Friday, May 30, 2014.
If you changed your benefit choices, your actions will be effective July 1, 2014. Your next chance to change your b…
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05/12/2014 — Open Enrollment Is Here!
Open Enrollment lasts until Friday, May 30, 2014.
Open Enrollment is your chance to select your benefits for the rest of the year.
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04/22/2014 — New! Prescription Safety Glass Benefit
Prescription Safety Glasses are now available to ATU Local 689 members who work in Maintenance or Construction. Read more on the .
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03/27/2014 — Bryce Harper’s Guide to Healthy Living
(From the Washington Post) Bryce Harper devours home-cooked meals, avoids sugary drinks and alcohol, and treats pain relievers with skepticism as he aims to keep his body operating at maximum capacit…
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02/10/2014 — Improved Dental Benefits for Retirees
Effective January 1, 2014, the Plan launched improved dental benefits for retirees. The benefits continue to be provided by Delta Dental.
The improvements include:
- A higher annual maximum benef…
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02/10/2014 — Coming Soon: 2014 Open Enrollment Period
is coming in May. We'll be posting enrollment documents and news on the site as they become available. Check back soon for more information.
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02/10/2014 — 2014 Rates Available
Rates for coverage for actives, retirees and survivors are available on the website. See the page for your 2014 contribution rates.
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02/04/2014 — Welcome to Our Website
Welcome you to the new Transit Employees' Health & Welfare Plan website.
We are very excited to launch the new site and tom provide you, our participants, with new and improved services. As tec…
