Print Archive: December, 1999

November 2020

  • Check in with your PCP. Due to COVID-19, we may be avoiding unnecessary visits to medical facilities. As a result, employees and their families have had fewer wellness exams and screening rates this year. Please connect with your primary care provider to discuss your health care needs (e.g., wellness exams, screenings, mental health)!
  • Enroll in your Rockwell Automation benefits by Nov. 15. This is your once-a-year opportunity to make benefit changes, add or remove dependents, or participate in a Flexible Spending Account next year. Read your 2021 Annual Enrollment Guide and enroll or waive coverage by Nov. 15.
  • Don’t miss out! Squeeze in that final Take Action activity by Dec. 31 to earn up to $500 off your 2021 medical premiums.

Two ways to avoid holiday weight gain

If you’ve noticed a tighter fit in your clothes, you’re not alone. WebMD estimates adults in the United States have gained an average of eight pounds since the pandemic began. Now the coming holidays—and the sweet and savory treats associated with them—threaten to add extra pounds on top of that.

But that doesn’t have to happen to you. Rockwell Automation offers two free programs that can help you maintain your current weight and/or shed a few pounds before the end of the year. Sign up now so you have a plan in place before Thanksgiving.

Lose weight with Real Appeal

If you’re enrolled in a Rockwell Automaton medical plan and have a BMI of 23 or higher, let Real Appeal guide you through small changes that can have a big impact on your weight. No drastic diets or unachievable fitness plans. Just small, reasonable steps that will help you lose weight. So far, Rockwell Automation employees have lost 3,092 pounds on this program!

  • Enroll to receive a year of support from a Transformation Coach.
  • Work together to create a simple, customized plan that fits your needs, preferences and goals.
  • Get 24/7 access to digital tools, online group sessions and a success kit with fitness guides, recipe book, weight scale and more.

Spark your transformation today. Enroll today at ra.realappeal.com. Real Appeal is offered through UnitedHealthcare and available to you and your covered dependents 18 or over with a BMI of 23 and higher, subject to eligibility.

Lose or maintain with StayWell

Whether you want to maintain your current weight or shed a few pounds, a StayWell health coach can help you set a goal and create a game plan to reach it.

  • Work one-on-one with a trained health coach by phone.
  • Get a plan tailored to you so it works for you.
  • Complete three calls by December 31 to have it counted as a Take Action activity worth $100 off your medical premiums! You will receive credit for the program after your third coaching call.

To get started, visit rastaywell.com or call StayWell at 1.800.721.2696.

October 2020

  • Attend the Rockwell Pension Plan Webinar on Oct. 21. Join the Rockwell retirement team by Zoom on Wednesday, Oct. 21 from 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Central Time. They will review the Pension Plan, how it works, timing and payment options, and resources available for you. Add the event to your calendar so you don’t miss it.
  • Join ROK of Ages on Yammer. Learn about retirement with other Rockwell Automation employees.
  • Annual Enrollment is Oct. 24 – Nov. 15. This is your once-a-year opportunity to make benefit changes, add or remove dependents, or participate in a Flexible Spending Account next year. Read your 2021 Annual Enrollment Guide to learn about all your options.
  • New! Make your life easier with our newest benefit, Bright Horizons® Enhanced Family Supports. It offers free premium access to Sittercity, a fantastic solution for finding babysitters, virtual sitting, pet care providers, housekeepers, eldercare resources and academic support, such as tutoring, test prep and homework help. You’ll also get discounts on nanny placement services, discounted tuition for full-time child care at select partner centers and preferred enrollment at Bright Horizons centers.
  • New! A back-up plan if your normal child care or elder care arrangements fall through. You can rest easy if a family member needs care when you need to be at work. Bright Horizons® Back-Up Care provides access to back-up care for your children and adult and elder family members. Register now so it’s there when you need it. (Use your employee email address and have your employee ID number handy.)
  • Know how to get your free flu shot. Flu shots are free through the Rockwell Automation medical plans. When you get yours, be sure to show the right ID card. If you go to a participating pharmacy, show your CVS/caremark ID card. If you get the flu shot from your primary care physician, show your UnitedHealthcare ID card. Bring the whole family! Flu shots are free for covered family members, too.
  • Download all your benefit contacts right to your phone! Visit our Benefits Resources page on your mobile device and download it to your home screen for easy benefits access on the go. Instructions are available on the page.

What you need to know for 2021 Annual Enrollment

Annual Enrollment starts this Saturday, Oct. 24 and ends Sunday, Nov. 15. Before you make your 2021 benefit choices, you’ll want to know what’s new and changing. And when you’re ready, you can enroll on EmployeeConnect.

Here are some key things to keep in mind for 2021.

Plan changes

  • Your health and dental plan premiums will have a modest increase in 2021. You can view the 2021 premiums in your Annual Enrollment Guide.
  • You no longer have to complete a Health Screening to earn the full incentive for the Health Management Program. You also have two new activities available—Edelman Financial Engines Online Advice or Professional Management, and a Mindfulness and Stress Management course.
  • MetLife has replaced Nationwide as the provider for pet insurance. If you’re currently enrolled, you don’t need to take any action.

New programs

  • Join the growing number of employees who have already registered with Bright Horizons®, helping enable you to better manage work, family and personal responsibilities. They offer back-up care, tutoring, child care and more.
  • You now have free access to willing.com, a will preparation service, under the Supplemental Life Insurance plan and MetLife Legal Plans (formerly Hyatt legal plans).

Important reminders

  • You must complete your Health Risk Questionnaire and Take Action Activities through the Health Management Program by Dec. 31, 2020, to earn up to $500 off your 2021 medical premiums.
  • Flu shots will not be offered onsite this year. If you’re in a Rockwell Automation medical plan, you can get a free flu shot from your doctor (show your UnitedHealthcare ID card) or at a network pharmacy (show your CVS/caremark ID card).
  • You must re-enroll in Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) if you want to participate in 2021. Your current FSA election and balance do not automatically roll over.
  • Download the benefits resources app to access important benefits contacts on-the-go.

Get Ready for Annual Enrollment

During Annual Enrollment next month, you’ll want to make sure you’re in plans that will support your best health, no matter what life brings, in 2021. The key to that is thinking about your needs now. As you do, you’ll probably find several Rockwell Automation benefits — some you enroll in and some you get automatically — that will help you.

To get you started, here are some things to think about.

Your benefits needs

Think about how you used health care last year and what you might need in the year ahead. Is your current medical plan still the right fit? You don’t want to spend money for more coverage than you need, but you also want to be prepared for the unexpected.

  • The HSA option allows you to spend less now on premiums but pay more for care when you need it.
  • The HRA option has higher premiums but lower costs when you use care.
  • Both options offer prescription drug coverage, free flu shots, and virtual visits for your physical health and emotional well-being. If you take medication, make sure you understand how the prescription drug coverage works.
  • For your oral health, the Basic and Comprehensive dental options both cover preventive care at 100% and pay benefits for basic services. But the Comprehensive option covers more dental services.
  • The UnitedHealthcare vision plan provides coverage for eye exams, eyeglass and contacts and offers an enhanced vision benefit for children under age 13.

Your health needs

2020 has put a spotlight on health and the importance of staying as healthy as possible. Rockwell Automation offers programs to support that.

  • The Health Management program offers support and incentives when you complete healthy activities. If you participate in the program before the end of this year, you may pay up to $500 less in 2021 medical premiums.
  • Best Doctors is there when you’re facing a health diagnosis or treatment plan. You can get expert opinions and support at no cost to you.
  • Tier 1 doctors in the UnitedHealthcare (UHC) network make it easier to establish a relationship with a top-notch doctor, which is always good for your health. Tier 1 doctors offer high-quality care at the best cost. Go to UnitedHealthPremium.com to see where they’re available and which specialties are included.

Your financial needs

Rockwell Automation offers benefits and programs that help you save money and stay afloat if life takes a left turn.

  • The Health Savings Account lets you set aside money for health care expenses, now or in the future. It comes with a triple-tax advantage and investment services.
  • Supplemental life insurance and disability coverage provide financial protection if the unexpected happens.
  • Edelman Financial Engines can help you create a financial plan based on your Rockwell Automation Retirement Savings Plan. When you use either the Professional Management or Online Advice services by Dec. 31, you can even earn $100 off your 2021 medical premiums. Visit rastaywell.com to learn more.
  • MetLife Auto & Home helps protect some of your more valuable investments.

Your family’s needs

You can enroll eligible family members in our health plans, and we offer benefits and programs that help you manage work and family.

  • NEW! Bright Horizons® Back-Up Care provides access to back-up care for your children, adult, and elder family members when your normal care arrangements fall through.
  • NEW! Bright Horizons® Enhanced Family Supports helps you find resources that make your life easier, including babysitters, virtual sitting, pet care providers, housekeepers, and elder caregivers. It also offers discounts on nanny placement services, academic support, tutoring, and test prep services. Plus, you get special privileges for full-time child care, such as preferred enrollment at Bright Horizons centers.
  • The Dependent Care Flexible Spending lets you set aside pre-tax money for your everyday child and elder care expenses.
  • Pet Insurance protects your furry family members.

This is just a glimpse of the benefits Rockwell Automation offers to support your total health. You’ll find so much more in the 2021 Annual Enrollment Guide. It will be posted on raquickfind.com before enrollment begins in October.

September 2020

  • New! Make your life easier with our newest benefit, Bright Horizons® Enhanced Family Supports. It offers free premium access to Sittercity, a fantastic solution for finding babysitters, virtual sitting, pet care providers, housekeepers, eldercare resources, and academic support, such as tutoring, test prep, and homework help. You’ll also get discounts on nanny placement services, discounted tuition for full-time child care at select partner centers, and preferred enrollment at Bright Horizons centers.
  • Coming soon: A back-up plan if your normal childcare or eldercare arrangements fall through. Soon you can rest easy if a family member needs care when you need to be at work. Starting, Oct. 1, Bright Horizons® Back-Up Care will provide access to back-up care for your children, adult, and elder family members. Register for free starting Oct. 1 (Employer Username: Rockwell. Password: Benefits4You) so it’s there when you need it.
  • Annual Enrollment will be Oct. 24 – Nov. 15. This is your once-a-year opportunity to make benefit changes, add or remove dependents, or participate in a Flexible Spending Account next year. Watch for details in October.
  • Don’t forget your flu shot! Flu shots are free through Rockwell Automation medical plans. Onsite flu shots will not be offered this year, but you can get a free one through your doctor, CVS or another network pharmacy. Bring the whole family! Flu shots are free for covered family members, too.
  • Download all your benefit contacts right to your phone! Visit our Benefits Resources page on your mobile device and download it to your home screen for easy benefits access on the go. Instructions are available on the page.

New ways to earn up to $500!

We continue to take the Health Management Program to the next level.

We previously enhanced the program to give you even more ways to earn incentives and take care of your physical health. Now we’re at it again, adding two new Take Action activities for your financial and mental wellbeing. Combine them with our other popular activities to address your whole health while earning up to $500 off your 2021 medical premiums!

New Take Action activities

Edelman Financial Engines Online Advice

Earn $100 when you use Online Advice services through Edelman Financial Engines to create a financial plan based on your Rockwell Automation Retirement Savings Plan.

Through Online Advice, you can check and monitor your accounts, track your progress toward goals, and plan for health care expenses, college expenses, Social Security and more. You’ll get specific, personalized retirement investment advice and powerful retirement tools at no cost to you.

No onsite Health Screenings in 2020

Due to COVID-19, we’re not offering onsite Health Screenings this year. We also understand it might not be easy to get one with your doctor right now. But don’t worry. That won’t stop you from earning up to $500 off your 2021 medical premiums.

We’re offering more Take Action activities than ever—15 in fact!—so you can earn the maximum incentive with or without completing a Health Screening.

Because onsite screenings will not be offered this year, we will not be able to provide onsite flu vaccines. But you and your family can get no-cost flu shots through your medical plan.

To complete this activity:

  • Log on to 401k.com and click the Financial Engines banner.
  • Review your personalized “stoplight” evaluation.
  • Click the orange Next
  • Select the Manage it on your own tab to access Online Advice.
  • Use the tools to create your plan.
  • Log in to rastaywell.com by Dec. 31 to mark the activity completed.

If you are already using the Edelman Financial Engines Professional Management service, you are also eligible to receive credit.

Mindfulness and Stress Management course

Earn $100 when you complete our new Mindfulness and Stress Management course offered through QuadMed. You’ll be guided through six sessions on topics such as identifying your stress level, becoming more resilient, mindful eating and recharging your life.

To take the course, log in to the new StayWell portal at rastaywell.com. Select the Incentive tab, look for the course and click Sign up. Be sure to complete the course by Dec. 31.

Remember: To earn any incentives, you must complete the Health Risk Questionnaire by Dec. 31, 2020. For more information, visit Quick Find or call StayWell at 1.800.721.2696.

August 2020

  • No onsite Health Screenings in 2020. To avoid any health risks associated with onsite screenings and doctor appointments due to COVID-19, we’ve changed our Health Management Program so you can earn the maximum $500 incentive without a Health Screening. If you’ve already had a screening with your health care provider, earn your incentive by submitting your completed Health Care Provider Form to StayWell. If you haven’t had a screening yet, feel free to earn your incentive by choosing among the 15 Take Action activities instead. To earn any incentives, you must complete the Health Risk Questionnaire by Dec. 31, 2020.
  • Get a free flu shot through your health plan. Because onsite screenings will not be offered this year, we will not be able to provide onsite flu vaccines. But you can get a no-cost flu shot through your medical plan. If you’re enrolled in a Rockwell Automation plan, you and your covered family members can even get a flu shot from CVS or another network pharmacy.
  • Our EAP now offers virtual visits on their new web portal: Beacon Wellbeing. Access expert support to help you thrive. Connect with an EAP counselor anytime—day or night—via Skype, FaceTime, Facebook Messenger or another video platform. Visits are confidential and can cover anything that’s on your mind, like parenting, marriage issues, eating disorders, substance abuse, job stress or depression. Access Beacon Wellbeing through the EAP website (company code: automation).
  • Download all your benefit contacts right to your phone! Visit our Benefits Resources page on your mobile device and download it to your home screen for easy benefits access on the go. Instructions are available on the page.