Vida Health Has Arrived: A New, No‑Cost Way to Reach Your Wellness Goals

Posted on: April 21st, 2026 by TEHW

A new, powerful wellness resource has officially launched for eligible TEHW members.

Vida Health brings together expert coaching, personalized weight‑loss programs, and easy‑to‑use digital tools — all at no cost to you.

Transform Your Health With Vida

Vida is a digital platform designed to help you build sustainable habits and reach your goals with confidence. Through the Vida mobile app or website, you’ll get:

  • A tailored weight‑loss program built around your goals and preferences
  • One‑on‑one support from a coach you choose
  • Engaging lessons, videos, recipes, and tools
  • Simple progress tracking
  • The ability to sync your fitness trackers and health devices

Everything is personalized, flexible, and designed to fit your life.

And because Vida is fully covered by TEHW, you can focus on your health — not the cost.

Who Can Enroll?

Vida is available to:

  • Active members and pre‑65 retirees enrolled in the CareFirst Insurance Plan
  • Dependents under age 65

At this time, dependents age 65+ and individuals with type 1 diabetes or those using an insulin pump are not eligible.

Explore Vida’s Medical Weight Loss Program

Vida’s Medical Weight Loss program supports individuals who are overweight or clinically obese — including those with related conditions like high blood pressure, high cholesterol, or risk for diabetes.

Participants receive:

  • Clinical oversight from registered dietitians, physicians, and nurse practitioners
  • A customized nutrition care plan
  • Peer support groups
  • Connected health devices
  • A program built on sustainable behavior change

After consistent engagement, members can explore whether prescription support may be appropriate.

Choose a Coach Who Fits Your Style

Your coach is your partner in progress — and you get to pick the one who motivates you best.

When you create your Vida account, you’ll answer a few questions about your goals and preferred coaching style. Whether you want someone upbeat, tough, calm, or deeply supportive, Vida will recommend coaches who match your vibe. You make the final choice.

Need a change later? It’s easy:

  1. Open the Vida app
  2. Go to the home screen
  3. Tap the gear icon
  4. Select Request New Coach
  5. Complete a quick survey to help match you with someone new

Ready to Begin?

Vida Health gives you the tools, guidance, and human support to make meaningful, lasting progress. If you’re ready to take the next step toward better health, Vida is ready to walk with you.