Dear Benefit-Eligible Faculty & Staff,
The 2024 Benefits Open Enrollment period begins Monday, October 30, and ends on Friday, November 17, at 5:00 p.m. PST. Action is required to enroll for benefits in 2024.
All benefit elections are effective January 1, 2024, and will remain in effect through December 31, 2024, unless you experience a qualifying life event that would allow you to make a mid-year change.
Participants in the Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA) must re-enroll during open enrollment, as current year elections will NOT carry over.
Please review the 2024 Benefits guide carefully, as it contains detailed information about the 2024 benefits. Open enrollment is the time to make changes and review your benefits, including Health Care – Medical, Dental, and Vision; Savings Accounts – Flexible Spending or Health Savings Accounts; and Financial Protection – AD&D and Life Insurance. The 2024 rates are attached to this email.
Below are a few key details about this year’s Open Enrollment:
New! Transitioning from Anthem Blue Cross to Blue Shield of CA:
Effective January 1, 2024, we will be transitioning from Anthem Blue Cross to Blue Shield of CA to better align with our goals. Please note that we will continue to offer Kaiser as an additional medical insurance option. The significant savings from this change will be passed on to employees, with minimal savings shared with the colleges. Please visit Blue Shield of CA Microsite in English or Spanish for The Claremont Colleges specific medical plans.
How to Complete your Open Enrollment Starting October 30 through November 17:
To review your current benefits and make any desired plan changes for the new plan year, please log into Workday using your network credentials, which are the same credentials that you use to access your email. For assistance with your credentials, please contact the IT Help Desk at (909) 607-0911. Once you are in Workday, look in your inbox for your “Open Enrollment Change” task starting October 30.
Review your current benefit elections and make any desired plan changes for the new year. After completing your selections, click the “I Agree” button on your Enrollment Summary page and click “Submit” to finalize your enrollment. Further, we strongly recommend printing out the confirmation of your elections for your records.
Informational Sessions and Resources:
Please consider attending the Open Enrollment Information Sessions, available both in person and online for additional information.
- Virtual Benefits Fair Open NOW!
- You can watch videos, take classes, book a message and schedule discussions with the carriers at https://theclaremontcolleges-healthfair.com/ using password: TCC
- In-Person Employee Health Expo (Benefit Fair) - Wednesday, October 25, 2023
- 10:00 am – 3:00 pm at the TCC Library – Mudd Quad (Campus Map)
- Benefits Presentations - Thursday, November 2, 2023
- 11:30 am – 12:30 pm at The Ath – Please RSVP by October 30th as lunch will be provided.
- Zoom presentations
- Monday, October 30, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm JOIN MEETING HERE
- Wednesday, November 8th, 9:00 am – 10:00 am JOIN MEETING HERE
- On-demand presentations in English | Spanish
- Benefits Presentations - Thursday, November 2, 2023
- The Office of Human Resources will be available from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday during Open Enrollment. Employees can schedule an in-person appointment by emailing hr@cmc.edu or calling 909-621-8490 to schedule an appointment.
Voluntary Plans:
The following are additional voluntary plans available that you may also consider during open enrollment:
- Nationwide Pet Insurance - Get cashback on eligible vet bills, with two budget-friendly coverage options
- ARAG Legal Assistance Coverage - A legal insurance plan that covers a wide range of legal needs
- Allstate Identity Protection (formerly known as InfoArmor) - Be prepared and help protect your identity and finances from a growing range of threats
- Farmers GroupSelect Auto/Home Insurance - Personal insurance policies, including auto, home or condo, mobile home, renters, recreational vehicle, boat, and personal excess liability
- VOYA Supplement Accident Insurance - Pays you benefits for specific injuries and events resulting from a covered accident
- VOYA Critical Illness Insurance - Pays a lump-sum benefit if you are diagnosed with a covered illness or condition
- VOYA Hospital Indemnity Insurance - Pays a daily benefit if you have a covered stay in a hospital, critical care unit, or rehabilitation facility
Employee Assistance Program:
The EAP program is an employer-paid benefit and does not require enrollment. Access it at www.liveandworkwell.com, Employee Access Code: Claremontcolleges
- Talkspace – text therapy which provides five days of texting = 1 EAP visit
- Sanvello – an app to help with resiliency and mindfulness
- WorkLife Services Overview
If you need assistance or have questions, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (909) 621-8490 or hr@cmc.edu. You may also contact the TCCS Benefit Administration by email at BENREPS@claremont.edu or by phone at 909-621-8151.
We look forward to supporting you during Benefits Open Enrollment.
Sincerely,
The Office of Human Resources
