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Jan. 22, 2025
Check out this week's wellness e-letter for Clearwater employees. Contact Kayla.Dyer@CignaHealthcare.com with questions or for more information.
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HelloFresh Boxes are Coming Soon
Get ready to cook some delicious foods delivered right to your door, all for free!
Starting at 10 a.m. Jan. 27, an email will be sent to all city of Clearwater employee emails to sign up for one FREE HelloFresh delivery box. The first 148 employees to register will receive a meal kit.
A few guidelines for the 2025 HelloFresh delivery box:
- Only one box delivery is allowed per household. If you live with another city of Clearwater employee, the first to sign up will have the box delivered to them. Please discuss and plan who will sign up for the box ahead of time.
- Boxes can be delivered to home addresses only, not post-office boxes and no work addresses. Any address that is a PO box or city of Clearwater work address will not be accepted, and the next person on the list will be sent the meal kit.
- Boxes will be delivered between Feb. 26-28. We cannot change the delivery dates. If you will be out of town those days, please do not sign up.
Note: When you submit the survey, you will not receive a confirmation email.
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JetDental Returns to Clearwater
Feb. 12 at Fire Station 45, located at 1140 Court St.
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When: Wednesday, Feb. 12
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Where: First Floor Training Room at Fire Station 45, 1140 Court St.
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Who: We bill your Dental Insurance (Cigna PPO and DHMO accepted). We can also bill other PPO polices if under a spouse's dental insurance.
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How: Sign up below. You can also call (801) 430-9262 or email hello@jetdental.com to schedule an appointment.
If you don't have dental insurance or opt for a whitening service, costs are below:
- Dental Exam (without insurance) $150
- Teeth Whitening Sign Up ($249- Not covered by insurance)
Note: Dependents on the Cigna Health Care Dental Plans are able to schedule an appointment for this event.
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TODAY! BayCare Presents
Connecting the Dots: Genetic Counseling for Gynecological Cancer Awareness and Prevention
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Join us to explore the essential role of genetic counselors in supporting individuals and families with personal or family histories of gynecological cancers, such as ovarian and uterine cancers.
We’ll discuss how genetic counselors assess hereditary cancer risk, interpret genetic test results, and provide guidance on prevention strategies and early detection options. By the end of the session, you'll understand how genetic counseling can empower families to make informed decisions about cancer prevention and surveillance.
- Jan. 22
- Noon to 12:45 p.m.
- Meaghan Taggett
- Registration closes one hour before the event
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Stress Less With Stress-Fighting Foods
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 The following foods may not make the stress go away, but they may reduce the negative health effects that are associated with chronic stress, including depression, anxiety, insomnia and cardiovascular disease.
- Turkey, shrimp, dairy, soy and pumpkin seeds contain high amounts of the amino acid tryptophan, which is associated with a boost in the “happiness hormone” serotonin, which in turn may lessen depression and anxiety.
- Broccoli, brussels sprouts and asparagus are loaded with folic acid, a vitamin associated with serotonin production.
- Dairy products, sunshine and other sources of vitamin D may boost serotonin levels through an increase in the enzyme that converts tryptophan to serotonin.
- Oatmeal and other complex carbohydrates can stimulate the brain to produce serotonin. Carbohydrates that are absorbed more slowly help to ensure a steadier supply of serotonin.
- Oranges, grapefruits, red and green peppers, and many other fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamin C, which can aid in lowering blood levels of stress hormones like cortisol and adrenaline, and ease the subjective feeling of being stressed.
- Crunchy veggies like carrots and celery sticks do not possess any special nutritional content for fighting stress per se, but the crunchy sensation that comes from eating them provides mechanical stress relief.
Sources: ideafit.com, American Psychological Association, Institute of Medicine
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Cigna Healthcare ID Cards
Proof of Coverage/ID Cards Are Available on MyCigna Now and Spanish Capabilities
 At Cigna Healthcare, we’re all about helping our customers make smarter healthcare decisions. The more you are digitally engaged, the better the care, outcomes, and costs. We are committed to delivering a superior experience for our customers and clients through frequent enhancements and updates to our digital experience.
Note: You can call the Cigna Customer Service number at (800) 853-2713, or sign in to the MyCigna app to chat with a customer service representative to request a new insurance ID.
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Age-Based Catch-Up Limits Increase for 457K Investment Contribution Limits
Did you know your investment plan allows for a higher catch-up limit if you are age 60-63?
We understand that saving for retirement is an important goal and that you might like to save a bit more than you could in years past. Starting in 2025, if you are age 60, 61, 62 or 63, you can choose to contribute more towards retirement.
Discover the Benefit
Your plan allows those between ages of 60 and 63 to save more than the age-50 catch-up limit:
- The higher limit is an additional $11,250 for 2025, in addition to the normal contribution limit of $23,500 per year.
- This limit applies for each year you are ages 60, 61, 62 and 63.
- For the year you turn 64, the limit will revert back to the age-50 catch-up limit, which is $7,500 for 2025.
The higher catch-up limit of $11,250 is instead of the normal catch-up limit of $7,500, not in addition to it. The higher catch-up limit is indexed and may change each year.
For more information, contact MissionSquare Plan Services at (800) 669-7400 or reach out to Sharyn Hyla at shyla@missionsq.org
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New Year, Healthier You With Omada
Three Tips to Replace an Unhealthy Habit
Tip 1: Make a List
Reflect on your daily routine and write down habits you want to change, like skipping
breakfast, sitting for long periods, or opting for sugary snacks.
Tip 2: Choose One Habit to Change
Pick one habit to change and make a simple plan. For instance, swap out an afternoon
sugary drink with water, or take a 10-minute walk during your lunch break.
Tip 3: Commit to Seven Days
Focus on the new habit for the next seven days. If you slip, no worries. Simply start over for another seven days. Change is challenging, and Omada is here to support you every step of the way.
You have access to Omada as you pursue your health goals in 2025. Get personalized health support from anywhere, at no additional cost to you, if eligible.
If you or your covered adult dependents are enrolled in the city's medical plan offered through Cigna, are at risk for type 2 diabetes or heart disease, and are accepted into the program, you'll receive the program at no additional cost.
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Mentors change the lives of thousands of Pinellas County students each week. Research has shown that mentors helps improve students' grades, attendance, behavior, social interactions with adults, and outlook on school.
One-on-one mentoring sessions are designed to meet at least twice per month for 30 minutes on the student's lunch break.
Mentoring is an excellent way for individuals, businesses and community organizations to be impactful and transformative for students and schools who need support and additional caring adults.
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Employee Health Center
 Located at 401 Corbett St. Suite #400, the Employee Health Center has a lot to offer. Hours are Monday-Friday, 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. Call (727) 298-1788 to make an appointment.
- Primary Care: Diabetes, hypertension, anxiety/depression, chronic conditions, gynecology, physicals, and more.
- Acute Care: Sprains/strains, ear and eye infections, colds, fevers, allergies, non-work-related injuries and non-emergency injuries.
- Ancillary Services: Pre-employment physicals, skin screenings, joint injections, and trigger-point manipulations.
- Vaccines
- Laboratory Tests
- Biometrics
Note: Employee Health Center paid-time-off can be used if your appointment is during working hours only.
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Dive Into Your Finances in 2025
MissionSquare Retirement Webinars
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10 Questions for a Successful Retirement: A Guide for the Retiree
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TODAY! Wednesday, Jan. 22, at 1 p.m.
- Transitioning into and moving through retirement can be rewarding and challenging. Having a plan is important. We’ll focus on 10 key questions you could ask, from saving, Social Security, and Medicare to managing your investments, withdrawals, and taxes.
Quarterly Economic Overview
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Wednesday, Jan. 29, at 1 p.m.
- Gain insights into and understand current economic factors and impacts they may have on your retirement planning.
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The city's new learning platform, MyClearwater Learn, replaces our former learning software, NeoGov Learn. This new system offers enhanced features to support your professional development, including access to LinkedIn Learning. MyClearwater Learn is now available for use by all full-time and permanent part-time employees.
You can sign up for a learning session by following these instructions: MyClearwater Learn Search and Enroll. If you currently supervise employees, be sure to also sign up for a supervisor session by searching for the MyClearwater Learn Supervisory Training module.
CIGNA presents: Manager's Guide: Inclusive Leadership
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- Jan 30
- 9 to 10:30 a.m.
- Fire Training Facility
- 1716 N. Belcher Road
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CONTACT THE WELLNESS COORDINATOR
Kayla Dyer
If you have questions about the city's wellness offerings or health and lifestyle information, reach out to Cigna Wellbeing Coordinator, Kayla Dyer. She can be reached at Kayla.Dyer@MyClearwater.com or (727) 603-0071.
In-person office hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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 Check your MyCigna Account for ID Cards and Motivate Me Incentives
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 10 Questions for a Successful Retirement
Today! 2 p.m.
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 JetDental
Feb. 12
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
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