What is Plugged into Wellness?

Plugged into Wellness is different kind of healthcare program. Instead of just helping you when you are sick, Plugged into Wellness wants to help you get more involved in your overall health and well-being. The program gives you the options you need to get healthy, stay healthy and keep serious health problems from getting worse.

How you get involved is really up to you. What really matters is making the choice to do something and doing it. Being involved in your health, getting and staying healthy is what Plugged into Wellness is all about.

Who can participate?

The program is open to St. Paul Electrical Workers Health Plan members and their spouses. It is not mandatory. The choice to take part in the program is yours and yours alone.

How do I get started?

The best way to start is to do what you are doing right now—learn more about Plugged into Wellness and the services it has to offer.

The Plugged into Wellness website is another good place to learn more. The site offers a secure way for you to get answers to questions about health-related questions, as well as financial issues, legal matters and a lot more.

You are always free to give us a call at 1-866-724-5109 to learn more about Plugged into Wellness or find out how to get started.

How much does the program cost?

There is no cost for you to take part in the program or use any of the services offered through Plugged into Wellness. The Trustees will cover the costs for as long as you are eligible.

Why is the St. Paul Electrical Workers Board of Trustees offering this program?

It’s simple. The Trustees know the value of keeping the members and their spouses healthy. When you are healthy, you have the time and energy to get more done at home and on the job. And the healthier you are the less likely you’ll need more costly medical services. The Trustees win and so do you.

What is a health assessment and why should I take it?

You can take the health assessment at the General Membership Hall during an Open House on March 16, 2010. In addition to earning a gift card for taking the assessment ($25 if you take it online; $15 for the paper form), all attendees will be enrolled in an office raffle for a chance to win a $200 Cabela’s® gift card. Watch your mail and our website for event details and information.

Plugged into Wellness includes a free health assessment. A health assessment is a great place to start if you are ready to take that important first step toward a healthier you. All you need to do is to answer a simple set of questions about your health and lifestyle. No doctor or physical exam is needed. You can even earn a gift card just for taking the assessment!

You can take the assessment online through the secure Plugged into Wellness website, or you can request a paper copy at the benefits office.

The results of your assessment will provide you with a general idea of your current health status, the areas where you are doing well and those that could use more attention.

Within 5-7 days after receipt of your assessment, a coach from Plugged into Wellness will give you a call. The call will give us a chance to talk with you about your results, answer any question you may have and discuss your options for moving forward.

If you are ready to get your health in check, our lifestyle coaching services will keep you motivated to look and feel your best. Put our team of health and wellness experts to work for you, so you can:

Get active, eat healthier and lose weight

Lower your blood pressure and improve your cholesterol levels

Quit smoking, dipping or chewing tobacco (for good!)

If you live with asthma, COPD, diabetes, depression, heart disease and heart failure, join our condition management services to get access to your very own Health Coach. With your coach as your guide, you will take steps to put your doctor’s treatment plan into action and keep your illness in control.

Plugged into Wellness’ toll-free nurse advice line is like having a registered nurse on-call 24/7/365. Call the toll-free line at 1-866-724-5109 to get expert advice on day-to-day health-related topics and questions.

You can also find answers online. The site is a one-stop health and wellness shop. Read articles, watch videos, use the online tools and get an edge on living healthier.