bWell Update
BMC’s wellness program, Work Hard, Play Hard, is your annual opportunity to expand your potential and become the best possible version of you: physically, emotionally, intellectually, occupationally, socially, and spiritually. Read More...
Benefits For Your Life, Your Health, Your Well-Being
BMC offers programs for your health, financial, and emotional well-being that you can use when you need help. Here’s a quick look at a few BMC benefits available anytime you need them. Read More...
Facing a Difficult Medical Diagnosis? Teladoc Can Help
If you’ve ever received a tricky medical diagnosis, your head starts spinning with questions. When the burden of facing a difficult diagnosis or treatment sets in, you will begin to have questions. Is surgery really the best option? When will I feel better? How can I be sure I’m choosing the proper treatment? Teladoc Medical Experts, a leading virtual care service, can get you the appropriate expert care when you need it.
Teladoc Medical Experts are the best in their field. They advise on various conditions, from sports injuries and pregnancy complications to rare conditions, chronic diseases, and life-threatening illnesses. Get medical advice from leading medical experts for the answers and confidence you need to make informed decisions about your health.
Watch this one-minute video to learn more and read how to get started
Omada Helps You Get Healthy Your Way
BMC offers Omada Health, a 26-week digital lifestyle change program that can help you lose weight, feel fantastic, and develop life-long healthy habits. The program launched in January, and to date, 68 participants collectively have lost 522 pounds!
You may be eligible for the Omada program if you or your adult family members (18+) are at risk for type 2 diabetes or heart disease and are enrolled in a BCBSTX medical plan.
When you are a part of the Omada program, you are part of a friendly, accepting community. You’ll find an encouraging place to make small (but impactful) lifestyle changes to lose weight, build healthy habits, and improve overall health.
Watch this quick video to learn more and read Get Healthy Your Way. You can also visit omadahealth.com/bmc and select Am I covered? to see if you’re eligible to participate.
Webinars for Your Well-Being
Magellan Health invites you to join their monthly webinars on various topics to help you physically, emotionally, intellectually, occupationally, socially, and spiritually.
All webinars begin at 1 p.m., Central.
May
Wednesday, May 11
Self-Care Enhancement and Enrichment
- Explain the importance of self-care.
- Describe how to find happiness and purpose in life.
- Develop techniques to achieve an improved mindset and mood.
Register now.
June
Wednesday, June 8
When the Pot Boils—Help People Cool It
- Describe different ways people interact and how people think.
- Practice strategies to deal with difficult people and heated situations.
- Recognize ways to cool yourself down.
Register now.
July
Wednesday, July 13
Mindfulness: The Life-Mind-Body Connection
- Define mindfulness and other mind-body methods to reduce stress.
- Explain the myths and realities of meditation.
- Practice deep breathing and meditation techniques.
Register now.
April is Financial Literacy Month
Financial literacy is having the knowledge and the competence to manage your personal and household finances to set and reach meaningful goals.
Here are a few ideas on how to increase your own personal financial literacy:
Join Fidelity for Financial Education
Fidelity Investments will offer several financial education workshops for BMC employees in the months ahead. Increase your financial knowledge and confidence and get answers to your questions at Ask Fidelity sessions. Mark your calendar and register for these virtual events.
Monday, April 27, 2022: Making Your Money Work as Hard as You Do. See what options are available and what you need to know to get started with investing.
Tuesday, May 10 and Wednesday, May 25, 2022: How to Plan for the Income You’ll Need in Retirement. How do your financial resources turn into income in retirement? It starts with a plan. Learn how to create a retirement income plan and explore the risks that can impact it.
Tuesday, June 14, 2022: Understanding the Basics of Social Security. Social Security may be an essential income source for retirement. Learn about critical Social Security claiming ages and how your benefit is calculated to better understand the choices.
Wednesday, June 22, 2022: The Role IRAs Can Play in Retirement. There is power behind the Roth IRA. Learn more about taking advantage of this savings vehicle for your retirement portfolio.
Market Volatility and Your 401(k)
Disappointment can set in when your 401(k) account balance drops. You may feel anxious and upset about your decisions, the state of the world, and your ability to reach your long-term goals. But before you react, review the big picture to gain insight into what might be happening and if it’s something you need to take action on or not.
Fidelity offers several resources to keep you current on market happenings and insight into what you can do to ride the wave of volatility. Read More…