 Agent and Consultant Briefing
May 2010 |
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On My Mind: 20 Years Later: From The Idea to The Alliance |
A lot can change in 20 years. Styles change for sure. As we've been preparing for our anniversary celebration next week (May 4) as part of the Alliance Annual Seminar, that has been abundantly clear as we flip through the records of our cooperative in the form of our annual reports and look at the pictures inside.
But even as the styles have changed, we are honored that many of the faces and organizations have remained the same. Next week as part of our program, we'll hear from some of our long-term members and some of those who have played an active part in our Board of Directors and other committees. They'll provide perspective on how health care has changed since 1990 and what part The Alliance has played in that.
Next week's event is just the kick off to our celebration of 20 years as a cooperative. Over the next weeks and months we'll be looking back at how we have grown from The Idea - from seven organizations sitting together at a table - into The Alliance of today, consisting of more than 160 members.
Our program also includes Dr. Dee Edington and Dr. Wendy Lynch for an intriguing look at the health and productivity of the work force and how to influence these factors. I look forward to seeing you there.
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| Executive Summary from April 7 Alliance Learning Circle |
The Alliance is here to support members in implementing any ideas generated during our Alliance Learning Circles. If members have questions about how The Alliance can help with any of the topics discussed, please have them contact Jesse Oberloh, member services manager, 800.223.4239 x 6645.
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| Read How Alliance Members Impacted Trend with Coordinated Health/Care™ |
A new case study shows how Alliance members Monroe Truck, Monroe, Wis., and Lakeside Foods Inc, Manitowoc, Wis., have seen positive impact on their trend since using the Coordinated Health/Care™ program from Quantum Health.
The Alliance has partnered with Quantum Health to offer their Coordinated Health/Care program to employers with more than 200 employees across all networks. For more information about Coordinated Health/Care, please contact Bobbi Jones, product management specialist, at 800.233.4139 x 6638.
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| Congratulations to Our Members: Culver's and Foremost Farms |
Culver Franchising System, Inc. was recently awarded the Large Business of the Year award at the Sauk County Business Awards Dinner. It was only in 1998 that the organization won the award for Small Business of the Year, showing how much this organization has grown in 12 years.
Foremost Farms recently won the Workplace Gold Award from the Wellness Council of America (WELCOA) for its efforts to promote employee health and well-being. A "well workplace" is an organization fully embracing its responsibility for maximizing the health and well-being of its employees. The gold award recognizes organizations developing comprehensive programs and producing results.
Congratulations to these members!
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| Preferred Pricing from Delta for Alliance Members | |
The Alliance offers a preferred relationship with Delta Dental and DeltaVision for members. Members save on administrative fees and are offered performance and savings guarantees.
Delta Dental
The Alliance's preferred relationship with Delta Dental Plan of Wisconsin gives members savings on administrative fees for dental plans as well as performance and savings guarantees. Other benefits include:
Delta Dental Plan of Wisconsin is also part of the nationwide Delta Dental system, providing uniform benefits, expert administration and network savings wherever your employees may live.
DeltaVision
Alliance members can also receive discounted rates on DeltaVision product which includes rate guarantees for two years. The program was developed through a partnership between Delta Dental and EyeMed Vision Care and takes advantage of EyeMed's large, nationwide network and expertise in claims administration and customer service. The DeltaVision product can be offered as a stand-alone or combined with the dental plan.
To learn more about preferred pricing from Delta read our product sheet or contact Bobbi Jones, product management specialist, 800.223.4139 x 6638.
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| Benefit in Focus: Challenges and Quarterly Focus Programs from Health Solutions, Ltd.® |
Health promotion challenges or quarterly focus programs are low-cost ways to assist participants to reach their health goals, build support for wellness programs, and increase productivity and morale. Alliance members who use our wellness partner, Health Solutions, Ltd.®, have access to a variety of customizable health promotion challenges that are fun, effective, and easy to administer.
Support materials to implement a quarterly focus or challenge include educational information, flyers, table tents, presentations and event information. These materials focus on many of the popular health promotion challenge topics such as weight management, nutrition, fitness and tobacco cessation.
The challenges are designed to be done in teams or individually by participants. Typically, team approaches yield better results and have the added benefit of increasing accountability between participants. Quarterly focuses allow the opportunity to target multiple health risks in one program year and present health in a holistic manner.
For more information about Health Solutions, Ltd.®, the current program challenge offerings or information about their partnership with the Alliance, contact Bobbi Jones, product management specialist, 800.223.4139 x 6638.
Members may also find wellness materials from other Alliance members in the Employer Resource Center under Employer Tools, Worksite Wellness Kit. They will need to log in to view these materials. If they do not know their log-in information, they may contact Tierney Jensen, marketing and member services assistant.
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| Resources from WELCOA | |
The Wellness Council of America has two new free resources for employers:
- The Quick Culture Inventory will help members better understand the culture change process and help identify which of the major elements of culture need to be addressed in order to create a healthier climate for employees.
- The new Tool-Kit on Physical Activity for a Healthy Weight will help employees understand why exercise is important, how much they need, and how they can stay motivated. It includes a physical activity, handout masters for distribution, and an in-depth fact sheet to help you prepare.
Access these resources, and more, here.
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| Upcoming Wellness Conference |
The National Wellness Institute is holding its 35th Annual National Wellness Conference July 17 - 22 at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point. The event includes International Wellness Day on Monday, July 19, a day-long series of presentations, workshops and wellness celebrations open to conference attendees. Learn more.
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| Building Our Cooperative |
Please join us in welcoming the following new member to the cooperative:
Dexter Apache Holdings joined The Alliance January 1, 2010, and provides, through its subsidiaries, laundry equipment distributorship services, money lending financial services, and foundry manufacturing services. A 100 percent employee owned company headquartered in Fairfield, Iowa, with more than 750 employees, Dexter Apache Holdings focuses on delivering high quality, innovative products and services and creating a highly efficient, service oriented company that is committed to excellence.
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| QualityCounts™ for Employees | |
Comparative effectiveness research can help individuals make more informed decisions about their care. This QualityCounts for Employees piece provides consumer-friendly information on what comparative research is and information about where to receive consumer guides on specific treatments.
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| News You Can Use |
The Alliance highlights health care and benefit management news for employers in News You Can Use with a link to take you to the original story or report.
Read findings from the National Business Group on Health/Towers Watson Annual Employer Survey.
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| About the Agent and Consultant Briefing |
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Each month, The Alliance Agent and Consultant Briefing delivers the latest news to insurance agents and consultants about Alliance services, programs and events as well as information on health benefit trends, issues and ideas of interest to our mutual clients.
Reader comments, suggestions and topics are always welcome.
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