Healthy aging is about living fully, feeling good, and staying proactive with your health. Taking care of your mind, body, and emotional well-being can help you stay strong, energized, and independent. Your health plan is a powerful tool in that journey, offering preventive care, wellness programs, and tools to support you through every chapter of life.
What's in it for you?
- Preventive Screenings: Annual physicals, mammograms, colonoscopies, and lab work are fully covered.
- Mental Health Support: Access to Headspace, Headspace Care, and Teladoc therapy services.
- Fitness: Discount gym memberships, fitness classes, and virtual workout platforms to help you stay active.
- Nutrition & Chronic Conditions: One-on-one coaching, personalized meal plans, and digital tools to help manage diabetes, high blood pressure, weight loss, and more.
- Wellness Incentives: Earn rewards for completing health assessments, participating in wellness challenges, and staying on track with preventive care.
Did You Know?
- 80% of adults aged 50+ have at least one chronic condition, but many are preventable with early action.
- Adults who engage in 150 minutes of moderate activity per week reduce their risk of cognitive decline by 30%.
- Only 1 in 4 adults over 50 gets regular strength training, despite its importance in preventing falls and maintaining independence.
Your 4-Step Game Plan This Month
- Book your annual checkup and stay up-to-date with routine screenings.
- Download your health plan’s mobile app for access to digital wellness tools.
- Set a weekly wellness goal, like walking 3x a week or meditating daily.
- Ask your carrier or HR team about available health coaching or support programs.
Pro Tip for Aging Gracefully: Good health habits don’t have to be overwhelming. Start with something simple, like stretching every morning or swapping one sugary drink for water. Small changes lead to big results over time!
Carrier Tools:
- Check your health plan’s member portal for wellness perks, discounts, and digital tools.
- Explore preventive care resources and scheduling tools for annual checkups.
- Look for community programs, walking groups, or virtual fitness classes in your area.
Heather Raskulincez
Senior Vice President, Employee Benefits
Hraskulinecz@venbrook.com
Tel: (949) 547-0227