New Wellbeing Hub through on the On the Goga

 

All District employees and their family members are eligible to participate the wellbeing hub through On the Goga. There is no employee cost and participation is voluntary. Register your account in four steps by following the On the Goga Sign Up instructions.  Employees who participate in On the Goga challenges will be registered to win great prizes. Winners are notified by email and selected at random.

On the Goga Challenges

On The Goga is Excited to Present You With an Awesome Wellness Experience with Live Workshops

On the Goga workshops are available by zoom to all employees and dependents 

Login to your Hub to register here!

Workshops will be recorded if you are unable to attend the live workshops.

Lyra Health

We are excited to announce a new partnership with Lyra Health to provide coaching and therapy how, when, and where your people need it. Lyra gives our employees and their dependents access to the best care quickly and easily. No more endless searches for therapists, long wait times, or wondering how they’ll pay for mental health care. You do not have to be enrolled in SDP medical coverage in order to use Lyra.

With Lyra, everyone gets personalized care recommendations and access to top-quality coaches and therapists who are available now, not weeks from now. Each employee and their dependents get eight (8) free sessions per person, per calendar year at no cost to them. See  Lyra Health page.

The School District of Philadelphia offers Health and Well Being Initiatives to employees and their families who are enrolled in medical coverage. Your Independence Blue Cross member ID card does more than just cover you when you’re sick, it also gives you access to a variety of member-exclusive programs, services, discounts, and deals. For more information visit , IBC Reimbursements or  Working Advantage or  Blue 365 Deals

Access to the custom resources and recordings with Prasada expired on April 15th, 2022. But employees can access Prasada’s daily and monthly complimentary live programs and offerings at  Wholebeing for Everyone.

Nutritional Counseling

The School District of Philadelphia’s Independence Blue Cross plan provides employees up to 6 visits per year with a registered dietitian — at no cost. Nutrition coaching can help you lose weight, boost immune health, gain energy, sleep better and manage stress!

We’ve partnered with two vendors who offer virtual nutritional counseling.

  • Health Fitness Connections LLC offers one-on-one nutritional service between you and a registered dietitian. A registered dietitian will help you navigate your dietary and nutrition needs as it relates to your health and wellness concerns.  Counseling services provide a personalize experience, your registered dietitian will create a dietary plan and provide tips and strategies based on your specific needs.  Dietitians can help not only with Weight Loss & Management but can help you with Disease Management (Diabetes Prevention & Management, High Blood Pressure, High Cholesterol etc), Stress Management, Healthy Cooking Strategies and planning Grocery Shopping and much more! Click here to book your free nutrition counseling appointment with a Health Fitness Connections registered dietitian. Session are conveniently conducted by video chat or phone.
  • The HUSK Nutrition Group offers convenient telehealth nutrition visits from the ease of your phone or computer. How to register for the HUSK Nutrition

Headspace:  meditation made simple

Headspace is proud to support Pure Edge and K-12 educators through a free one-year subscription! Studies show Meditation can help with personal wellbeing. With short, easy-to-follow meditations, you’ll learn breathing, visualization, and focus-based exercises that are designed to help you live a healthier, happier life. There are meditations for stress, sports, sleep, focus and creativity. Train your mind for a healthier, happier life. It’s a personal meditation teacher, right in your pocket! Learn whenever you want, wherever you are. It only takes a few minutes to change the rest of your day.

 

Oral Health leads to better health!

Do you think about the relationship between your diet and oral health?  Eating breakfast is key to a healthy mouth. Cheese is one of the best foods to prevent cavities. Intrigued? This Dental Health flyer flyer covers how making better nutritional choices can boost your oral health.

Tobacco Cessation:

Ramp Health – QuitNet
We are thrilled to introduce a new resource for all SDP employees: QuitNet by Ramp Health. Embark on a journey towards a healthier you, breaking free from tobacco and embracing new, positive habits. With QuitNet’s Tobacco Cessation Program, you’ll receive personalized support from our dedicated Health and Wellness Coaches, who specialize in Tobacco Cessation and are committed to understanding your unique challenges. Join us and discover a tobacco-free version of yourself!

Please see the flyer for more details. Be sure to meet your coach here.

How to Access the Program
Visit https://portal.ramphealth.com/#register/general/qn193ph and create your account.
Check your inbox for a verification email from support@RampHealth.com and follow the prompts to get started.
Bookmark the site or use the app for future access.

If you are enrolled in District medical coverage, you may be eligible for reimbursement for your preferred tobacco cessation program. More information is available at: Member Tobacco Cessation Reimbursement

Get free help with quitting tobacco by visiting: http://smokefreephilly.org

Weight Management and Fitness Programs:

Visit a participating registered dietitian or network doctor up to 6 times a year at no cost to you if you are enrolled in School District of Philadelphia medical plan. Contact IBC at 1-800-ASK-BLUE for a list of participating providers.

Gym Reimbursements through IBC.School District of Philadelphia YMCA
Member Weight Management Reimbursementfoodfitphilly.org/

Health Coaches:

Health Coaches are registered nurses who are available to answer your health-related questions and help you meet your health goals. You can speak to a Health Coach 24 hours a day, seven days a week by calling 1-800-ASK-BLUE (1-800-275-2583; TTY/TDD: 711) if you are enrolled in School District of Philadelphia sponsored medical coverage.

Stay on top of personal health information, screening reminders, health tips, and more!

IBX Wire™

Exclusively for Independence members, IBX Wire™ is a mobile communication service that gives you a direct connection with Independence so you stay informed.

Text IBXSDP to 73529 or call 1-888-700-1078 to sign up for text alerts today.

Ready for a Challenge?

We have partnered with Health Fitness Connections to offer our staff FREE participation in various weight loss, fitness and wellness challenges.

Health Fitness Connections’ challenges are focused on weight loss; improving overall health; wellbeing, fitness level, and dietary habits. Their personal trainers and registered dietitians will support you, be a reliable resource and provide accountability throughout the challenge. You will also have access to their new mobile app which will allow you to track your fitness activity and calories, workout to their On-Demand fitness videos, and much more! Rewards may be offered for completing their challenges! Click here to join one of Heath Fitness Connections’ upcoming challenges.

 

Baby BluePrints® Maternity Program

If you’re an expectant mother, you want to ensure you have the healthiest pregnancy and delivery possible. Baby BluePrints is Independence Blue Cross’ comprehensive, free maternity program that supports pregnant members from the first trimester through delivery to home and continues with the 24/7 availability and phone support of Registered Nurse Health Coaches.

When you enroll in Baby BluePrints, a Health Coach will assess your pregnancy, screen for depression, and answer your questions about taking care of yourself and your baby at this special time. High-risk pregnancies will be referred to a Registered Nurse Health Coach specially trained in maternity care for additional assessment and follow up.

Enroll by calling 1-800-598-BABY (1-800-598-2229).

Questions? Contact us at EmployeeWellness@philasd.org.