November 30, 2021

PPO and HDHP - Learn to Live

Introducing a new mental health resource through BlueCross BlueShield that will be available starting 1/1/22.

The Learn to Live digital (on-line) Mental Health Program will be available to all NIHIP PPO and High Deductible Plan participants beginning January 1, 2022.  Learn to Live provides:

• An initial on-line assessment that helps identify the most appropriate program based on the member’s response.  These on-line skill building lessons provide members access to quick lessons and activities that are based on proven therapy techniques. Programs include skill building lessons addressing issues such as:
• Stress, Anxiety and Worry
• Depression
• Insomnia
• Social Anxiety
• Substance Abuse
• For those needing additional one-on-one support, members can connect with a coach via phone, text or email.

Attached is the Learn to Live program flyer. Please note that you must create a Blue Access for Members (BAM) account to access the program via the bcbsil.com website.

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ACI Speciality Benefits

In addition to traditional benefits the district offers, we also have an EAP benefit. The EAP is an Employee Assistance Program and it is available to all employees, you do not have to be enrolled on the benefits to take advantage of this benefit. ACI offers personalized support and is a wonderful resource. Call or email (855) 775-4357 or e-mail: rsli@acispecialtybenefits.com

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Safety & Security Update

District 67 is updating our District and School Incident Command System (ICS) chart. Best practice for safety and security is to have an ICS structure in place with clear roles and responsibilities in order to facilitate effective responses, have a common organizational structure, be adaptable when working with our local community, and have a common language amongst first responders and community agencies. We have a chart from several years ago, but it has multiple outdated team members.

To ensure those who want to participate have an opportunity to share their interest and we have the best fit for those who will fulfill these important roles, building principals will be working with their BLTs to help identify individuals. Please refer to the School ICS Team & Role Descriptions for information about each role and reach out to your building principal if you would like to be a part of your school’s ICS. All school ICS teams will receive training on January 10, 2-3:30 P.M. Additional training will be provided to Strike Team members in late January/early February. 

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