News About Your Benefits for September 2019

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September 4, 2019

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Start the new plan year with a strong dose of prevention

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It’s the start of a new plan year and a great time to make sure you get all the preventive care screenings, check-ups and vaccinations that are available to you through your health insurance. Learn how preventive care helps you build a foundation for a healthy life.>>

Headlines for the Month

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Changes in your October paycheck

Any changes you made to your benefits during Summer Enrollment became effective on September 1. You won’t see how the changes affect your paycheck until October, however. Review these new plan year reminders so you know what to expect.>>

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Plan Year 2019 TexFlex balances and claims

Check TexFlex balances and file claims for Plan Year 2019

Health care FSA and limited FSA participants can carry over $25 to $500 of unused funds from one plan year to the next. Learn how you can avoid losing money you haven’t used yet.>>

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Delta Dental is the new dental benefits administrator

The third-party administrator for dental insurance in the Texas Employees Group Benefits Program (GBP) has changed. Find out what this means for you.>>

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Being mindful about breathing

It’s not just some new-age fad. Mindfulness has staying power because more and more people are finding that practicing it makes them feel better. In fact, research shows that mindfulness can improve morale, productivity and sleep quality while reducing chronic pain, inflammation and the negative effects of stress on the human body. Fortunately, simple mindfulness exercises can be practiced anywhere. Learn how you can reduce workplace stress by being mindful about things under your control, like breathing.>>

Events Calendar

Some of these events may be full. You can put your name on a waiting list on the Events Calendar page or sign up for another session.

Event information may change. Please check the online Events Calendar for the latest information.


September 6 – South Austin/Kyle: Staying Connected Retiree Fair

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. CT
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September 9 -Central/North Austin: Staying Connected Retiree Fair

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. CT
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September 12–Houston:  Ready, Set, Retire! for
Group 1 regular service employees

9:30 - 11 a.m. CT
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September 12 – Houston:
Medicare Preparation 

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. CT
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September 13 – Austin:
Introduction to Mindfulness

10:30 – 11:30 a.m. CT
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September 13 – Austin:
Introduction to Mindfulness

12 – 1 p.m . CT
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September 17 – Webinar: Ready, Set, Retire! for higher education employees

10 – 11:30 a.m. CT
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September 17 - Webinar: Medicare Preparation 

2  – 3 p.m. CT
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September 18 – Webinar: HealthSelect Benefit Highlight: What is Naturally Slim?

12:30 - 1 p.m. CT
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September 19 – Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex: Staying Connected Retiree Fair

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. CT
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September 20 – Austin:
Introduction to Mindfulness

10:30 – 11:30 a.m. CT
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September 20 – Austin:
Introduction to Mindfulness

12 – 1 p.m . CT
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September 24 – Houston:
Staying Connected Retiree Fair

10 a.m. - 1 p.m. CT
Learn more

Discount Purchase Program

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Fall into Savings

To stay up to date on new ways to save, check out this month’s featured offers. Highlights include:

  • Obsessed with innovation? Welcome to our world. Take advantage of HP’s latest technology with our corporate employee discount program today!
  • Premium Seats USA is your ultimate source for the most popular sports, concerts, and theater events nationwide. Get access to the largest selection of premium ticket inventory online and save 10% off all orders!
  • Convenience and affordability come standard with Enterprise Rent-A-Car. When you’re ready to go, we make it easy.
  • Save an extra $125 on each new T-Mobile line. Combine this deal with other T-Mobile offers, devices, and Netflix promos at T-Mobile.com to save even more.
  • Samsung has special offers on tablets, phones, and more. When you shop now, you can save up to 40% on electronics and 15% on appliances.
     

Check out the Discount Purchase Program to learn more about this deal! Make these savings and services work for you!