
“You don’t know what you’ve got ‘til it’s gone.” – Joni Mitchell
These nine powerful words from the classic 1960s song, “Big Yellow Taxi,” remind us just how quickly things can change. Whether you're passionate about relationships, art, physical fitness or another hobby, it’s important to remember the role your health plays in allowing you to fully enjoy these activities.
From managing ongoing health conditions, treating a nasty cold or flu or choosing healthy options during the holidays, there are several Northrop Grumman programs and resources available to help you live your healthiest life this season.
1. Telemedicine
It’s officially the season of sniffles and scratchy throats. When these dreaded symptoms appear, take advantage of telemedicine services from the comfort of home!
Employees can use a smartphone, tablet or computer to virtually visit a board-certified doctor through LiveHealth® Online 24/7 and receive treatment for common health conditions. Anthem plan members pay just $10 per visit, while other employees pay $55.
In addition to this program, Kaiser Permanente plan participants can access telemedicine at no cost by visiting this KP.org and typing “Telehealth” into the search bar.
2. NGCare and ComPsych GuidanceResources®
Our emotional well-being plays a major role in our overall health. Make this season bright by giving yourself the best present of all: peace of mind. Explore the ComPsych GuidanceResources® Keeping the Holidays Healthy and Happy Toolkit to find tips and resources to help manage stress, loneliness, grief, emotional eating and more.
Need someone to talk to? NGCare offers eight free and fully confidential counseling sessions per issue, per year for employees and their eligible family/household members. To schedule a session, call or text 800-982-8161 or visit the GuidanceResources® site (WebID: NGCare) and select Find a Therapist with GuidanceConnect®.
3. Personalized Health Coaching
Sometimes it’s nice to have someone in your corner cheering you on and reminding you to prioritize your well-being journey. Northrop Grumman Health Plan participants can take advantage of free one-on-one health and wellness coaching for a variety of conditions. Check out the below coaching options to learn what’s available to you based on your medical plan:
4. Discounted Products and Services
Taking care of your health can be expensive. Enjoy discounts from more than 60 national partners with our Employee Discount Program, administered by Beneplace. Type “health” in the search bar to find products and services, including activity trackers, fitness equipment and membership discounts.
If you’re enrolled in a Northrop Grumman Health Plan, you can take advantage of additional wellness discounts. Anthem members can view savings by logging in, selecting Care, then Discounts. Kaiser members can log in and select the Health and Wellness tab to view savings opportunities.
Written by: Mackenzie Reulein