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November 2, 2022

Just A Few Days Left!

Fall Open Enrollment is from October 17 - November 4, 2022; it is a passive enrollment

October 17 – November 4

Fall Open Enrollment concludes on Friday, November 4, 2022 at 5:00pm in the Workday app. 

Open Enrollment is passive this time, so if you like your current benefits, you don’t have to make any changes. Exceptions: FSA and HSA accounts do not rollover. These plans require annual election.

Review each plan summary and make informed decisions. 

Please Note:

  • Changes made during Open Enrollment will impact your coverage from January 1 – December 31, 2023. 
  • New dependents must be added and verified before the benefit election process can begin. You are encouraged to ADD your new dependents to Workday NOW. Click here for quick tips on how to do that.
  • If you miss the Open Enrollment window, you will have to wait until the next Open Enrollment period (in the Fall of 2023) to make changes. No exceptions.

County employees can access the Workday App through their department’s OKTA pages:

OKTA Sign-In Links:

MCAZ: https://maricopa.okta.com/

JBAZMC: https://jbazmc.okta.com/

MCAO: https://mcao.okta.com/

MCSO: https://mcso.okta.com/

MCRO: https://mcro.okta.com/

MCLDAZ: https://mcldaz.okta.com/

Contact Employee Benefits at 602-506-1010 or email (benefits@maricopa.gov) for assistance.


This Fall, Prioritize Your Health!

November - Eat Well, Feel Well

The fall and winter holidays are fast-approaching. Consider ways to enjoy your some of your favorite seasonal meals with a healthy twist!


Healthy Options for the Holidays!

Virtual Holiday Cooking Series

Need new recipe ideas for the holidays? Join Erika Barrera, Registered Dietician, for this virtual holiday cooking series! In each session you will learn how to make a different recipe including meat, fish, and vegetarian entrées, a vegetable and grain side dish, and a warm dessert. 

Sign up for one or multiple sessions using the registration links below.*

*These webinars are NOT incentive-eligible.  


Can You Swap Your Sweets for Two Weeks?

Swap Your Sugar Challenge

Let's face it, sugar is yummy! While consuming small amounts of added sugar is fine, eating too many foods and beverages with added sugar can make it difficult to nourish your body with a variety of nutrient-rich foods. Learn how to moderate your added sugar intake with this sweet two-week challenge

*This challenge is NOT incentive eligible.


ComPsych Webinars

Eating Healthy on a Budget

Tuesday, November 8 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM MT

No matter what your financial situation is, everyone looks for ways to cut down their grocery bills. Don't let the idea that healthy food is expensive keep you from striving for a balanced diet. Take some time to learn new strategies to stick to your budget while enjoying healthy, nutritious foods.

Register here

healthy food

Healthy Food Choices on the Go

Thursday, November 10 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM MT

Don't allow changes in your normal routine to cause you to fall off track with good nutrition. whether you are a frequent traveler, packing meals to bring to work or spending more time in your car lately, "Healthy Food Choices on the Go" will help you identify opportunities to improve your food choices no matter what situation you find yourself in.

Register here


Join The Employee Network!

Join the Employee Network

We are excited to announce that the Board of Supervisors expanded the County's Employee Discount Program to include The Employee Network! Hundreds of local and national deals (SeaWorld, LEGOLAND, Universal Studios, Knott's Berry Farm, Six Flags, and more) are available just in time for the Holidays.

Click here to learn more!

As a reminder, you can find all the County's employee discounts on the Employee Discount Page

Yoga, Zumba, and So Much More!

Onsite Fitness Classes

Getting regular physical activity is one of the most important things you can do for your health.

There are onsite fitness centers at certain locations throughout the County, that are free to all County employees.

Plus, a variety of group fitness classes are currently offered at the Administration Building Fitness Center. Click here to view the schedule.

Fill out and submit the Fitness Center Application (PDF) to access the fitness centers. 

Check out the Onsite Fitness Centers page for locations and more information.


How to Earn Your Wellness Reward Webinar

How to Earn Your Wellness Reward
December 7 and 8
12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

Enrolled in a County medical plan? Reward yourself physically and financially this holiday season and complete the activities to earn the Wellness Reward of $30/paycheck!

Join this webinar to learn how to navigate the Wellness Portal and what healthy activities you need to complete to earn your reward.

Register Here


Looking for Potentially Tax-Free Retirement Income?

Retirement

Have you thought about your sources of income after retirement?

Are you interested in potentially tax-free retirement income?

If you answered yes to either question, a Roth 457(b) may be for you.

To learn more about Roth 457(b) plans, click here


Resources Just for You!

Clinic, help, aid

Have you signed up for your free Care.com membership yet? 

It's the latest piece of the County's generous benefit package. 

You can use your membership to find any type of caregiver you need including:

  • Nannies and babysitters
  • Senior caregivers
  • Special needs caregivers

...Or Get Last-Minute Coverage

Employees pay just $2/hour for in-home care and $0/day for center-based care. Prefer to have a trusted friend or family member watch your child?  You can get reimbursed $125/day minus the copay!

Learn more about backup care and other Care.com benefits.


Domestic Violence Awareness Month

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

In honor of Domestic Violence Awareness month, District 5 held a Domestic Violence Awareness luncheon on Thursday, October 20th.

If you weren't able to attend, you can see highlights from the event here

No one should have to suffer in silence or alone. There are resources and programs ready to help you out of a bad situation. 

The National Domestic Violence Hotline is: 1(800) 799 – 7233.

If you or a loved one needs help, please call.