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NC Conference Wellness Programs

The NC Conference offers a wellness program to support conference members in making their personal wellness a priority.  The programs described below are offered as resources on your journey towards healthy living.

Healthy Eating

  • Eat Smart, Move More Weigh Less program – participants covered by the Conference Health Insurance plan or NC Conference retired clergy and their spouses can attend weekly, hour-long classes online with a live, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) instructor.  Classes are accessible on computers or mobile devices and are offered on a variety of days and times with a new series starting seven times each year.  Pay only $30 at the time of registration and receive a FULL REFUND for attending at least 10 out of 15 classes and meeting tracking requirements.  Plus, completion of the program earns $50 on the WIN program described below!
    • To register enter one of the following Voucher/Coupon codes at ESMMWeighless.com and receive a discount (you will not be charged the $235 general enrollment cost):
        • Active BCBSNC Plan members – ASONCCUMC
        • NC Conference Retirees – ESMMWLNCCUMC
  • Wellness INcentive (WIN) Program– participants covered by the Conference Health Insurance plan or receiving the Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) in retirement earn points for making healthy choices.
    • New Rebate Amount for 2019!!  Active BCBS enrolled claimants and spouses may earn a maximum rebate of $250 per year (each).  Covered children may earn a maximum rebate of $150 per calendar year (each).  HRA participants may earn a maximum rebate of $150 per calendar year (each).
  • BCBS Blue365 – save on everything you need for a well-balanced lifestyle through ongoing discounts and limited-time offers on fitness gear, personal care, nutrition programs, mind/body wellness tools and more!  Register/Log into BCBS Blue Connect and navigate through the Wellness menu to the Blue 365 Program.

Healthy Activity

  • Eat Smart, Move More Weigh Less program – participants covered by the Conference Health Insurance plan or receiving the Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) can attend weekly, hour-long classes online with a live, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) instructor.  Classes are accessible on computers or mobile devices and are offered on a variety of days and times with a new series starting seven times each year.  Pay only $30 at the time of registration and receive a FULL REFUND for attending at least 10 out of 15 classes and meeting tracking requirements.  Plus, completion of the program earns $50 on the WIN program described below!
    • To register enter one of the following Voucher/Coupon codes at ESMMWeighless.com and receive a discount (you will not be charged the $235 general enrollment cost):
        • Active BCBSNC Plan members – ASONCCUMC
        • NC Conference Retirees – ESMMWLNCCUMC
  • Amazing Pace Walking Program –  Free to all active and retired clergy, their spouses and qualified Health Plan Insurees.  Wear a pedometer (issued free by the program or your personal tracker device), track the steps you walk all day, and earn Visa Cash card incentives.  New  Criteria and Reward Amount for 2019!!  Qualified participants can earn up to $500/year .  Visit the link for more details.
  • Wellness INcentive (WIN) Program– participants covered by the Conference Health Insurance plan or receiving the Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) in retirement earn points for making healthy choices.
  • BCBS Blue365 – save on everything you need for a well-balanced lifestyle through ongoing discounts and limited-time offers on fitness gear, personal care, nutrition programs, mind/body wellness tools and more!  Register/Log into BCBS Blue Connect and navigate through the Wellness menu to the Blue 365 Program.

Healthy Minds and Spirits

  • Duke Clergy Health Initiative “Flourishing Report: A Study of United Methodist Clergy in North Carolina” – highlights a recent study on positive mental health and includes practical tips from clergy who are flourishing in their ministry and their lives.  Take the Positive Mental Health Assessment to learn about your own strengths and opportunities for growth. Click the link to read the most recent published research on the Clergy Health Initiative.
  • Mental Health First Aid training now available – Wespath is offering no-cost Mental Health First Aid training for all Wespath participants and their spouses, Church leaders, and congregation members. Mental Health First Aid teaches how to identify, understand and respond with empathy to people struggling with mental health issues—it can help you with your own mental well-being or be more prepared to support others. Visit the Mental Health First Aid webpage to learn more.
  • Retreat center availability – NC United Methodist Camp and Retreat Ministries offers clergy, their spouses, families, and congregations renewal, rest and relaxation in God’s great outdoors.  Inquire about personal retreat opportunities!
  • Amazing Pace Walking Program – walking has been shown to reduce stress, provide sounder sleep, and increase connections with walking companions.  Join your conference colleagues and invite your spouses to join you on your walk towards healthy living!
  • BCBS Mental Health Benefit – participants of the NC Conference health plan pay a  copayment for in-network mental health care providers.
  • MDLive Telehealth services – offers participants of the NC Conference health plan access to board-certified doctors and specialists for medical and mental health treatment anytime, anywhere. More info specific to our plan on our Insurance webpage.
  • BCBS Blue365 – save on everything you need for a well-balanced lifestyle through ongoing discounts and limited-time offers on fitness gear, personal care, nutrition programs, mind/body wellness tools and more!  Register/Log into BCBS Blue Connect and navigate through the Wellness menu to the Blue 365 Program.
  • The Clergy Health Institute – A  year-long program designed to address health and wellness needs among clergy of the United Methodist denomination.  It includes a 7-night retreat, fitness assessments and guided exercise sessions, sessions on improving relationships, emotional wellness, nutrition and physical fitness, and quarterly follow-up sessions via email.

New Resiliency Resource from Wespath Benefit Plans Department

Resiliency is important, because unfortunately, life isn’t always easy.  How we handle situations when they are not going as planned is important. The Resiliency Toolkit gives strategies for building resiliency based on the 5 dimensions of well-being. Everyone goes through challenging times. But additionally, everyone can strengthen their ability to recover and adjust to misfortune or change.

Want to Maximize Your Wellness Benefits?

The time and distance you spend taking a walk can be counted on TWO different wellness programs to DOUBLE your rewards!  Qualified participants can enroll in the Amazing Pace Walking program AND count the same steps and the time spent walking on the WIN program!

Questions?  Contact the NC Conference Benefits Team at 1-800-849-4433 or benefitsteam@nccumc.org.