Wellbeing is more than wellness – it encompasses your emotional, physical, and financial health. At Amherst College, we are committed to the wellbeing of faculty and staff beyond just traditional coverage. That’s why we provide HRWellness@Amherst, which provides programs, services, and resources available to you and your family members to help support all aspects of a healthy you.
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Emotional Wellbeing Resources and Services
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) Mental & Behavioral Health Resources
- BCBSMA has compiled resources to make it easier to find the support to get started, find a therapist, do self guided online programs, explore wellness offerings, find substance-use-disorder support, and/or help a child or loved one. Learn more about BCBSMA Mental & Behavioral Health Resources.
BrightLine
- Brightline is a behavioral health provider that offers a suite of mental health resources tailored for kids, teens, and their families. Our BCBSMA plans cover virtual therapy visits through Brightline, an independent company, for members in Massachusetts ages 3 to 17. Learn more about Brightline.
Calm
- The College offers free access to the Calm App, which helps improve your health and happiness through better sleep habits, reduced stress, improved focus and more. Learn more about Calm.
Learn to Live
- Learn to Live offers a variety of highly effective online programs based on the proven principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). This confidential, self-guided online program is available 24/7, at no cost to our BCBSMA members, and is suitable for ages 13. Learn more about Learn to Live.
LifeCare
- Personalized assistance from highly trained Care Specialists and access the world’s largest community for finding care and helpful online resources to support you with family care decisions. Learn more about LifeCare.
New Directions (Employee Assistance Program)
- New Directions is a comprehensive resource available to the Amherst College community to help and support you with life services for everyday living. Staff and faculty can access these services at any time. Learn more about New Directions.
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Physical Wellbeing Resources and Services
ahealthyme
- An online wellness program offered by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) available to all Amherst College BCBSMA members and their dependents. ahealthyme offers:
- A comprehensive health assessment to gauge your current physical and emotional health
- A personalized wellness plan to develop healthy, long-term habits
- Friendly competitions to participate in with your co-workers
- Syncing wearable devices to track your activities and goals
- Self-paced health and wellness courses on a wide range of topics including nutrition, substance use management, stress management, and more
- Educational content and videos chosen by health and wellness experts
- Learn more about ahealthyme
Amherst College Fitness, Wellness, and Recreation (Athletics)
- Campus Wellness & Fitness Classes such as Yoga, Barre, Zumba, Pilates and more are offered each semester and are free and open to Amherst College/Five College Community Members with an ID. Learn more about Amherst College Fitness, Wellness, and Recreation.
- There are many recreational opportunities both indoors and outdoors on our beautiful campus. Areas include the pool, fitness center, gymnasiums, squash courts, tennis courts, outdoor track and field spaces. Amherst College ID required for indoor spaces. Facility hours
BCBSMA Find a Doctor & Estimate Costs Tool
- Search for providers in your Blue Cross Blue Shield network and browse by categories including medical care, dental care, medical equipment, and urgent care centers. Learn more about the Find a Doctor and Estimate Costs Tool.
BCBSMA Fitness and Weight Loss Reimbursement
- Amherst College Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) members are eligible for up to $300 in fitness and weight loss reimbursements. Learn more about the BCBSMA Fitness and Weight Loss Reimbursement.
BCBSMA Preventative Care at No Cost
- All Amherst College Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) members have the following included in their health plans:
- Routine health checkups
- Routine gynecological visits
- Immunizations for you and your family
- Cancer screenings like colonoscopies and mammograms
- Depression screenings
- Obesity screenings
- Tobacco and alcohol use evaluations
- Learn more about BCBSMA Preventative Care coverage.
BCBSMA Telehealth Visits
- Access to Well Connection, a network of telehealth providers for medical and mental health needs, with easy access via your computer or mobile device.
- If your local doctor in the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) network offers covered services using live video visits through a service other than Well Connection, you’re still covered.
- Learn more about BCBSMA Telehealth Visits.
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Financial Wellbeing Resources and Services
Back-up Child Care
- Up to 10 days of back-up child care per fiscal year when back-up and short notice care is required, such as the illness of your caregiver, stay at home spouse/partner, child, or when your current child care center is closed. Back-up child care also includes tutors. Learn more about Back-up Child Care.
BenefitHub
- A reward portal that allows for discounted pricing on merchandise. Computers, cars and movie tickets are just a few of the many services that can be purchased through this platform. Learn more about BenefitHub.
Blue365
- Blue365 is a free health and wellness discount program offered members of the Blue Cross and Blue Shield System. The program offers year-round discounts on gym memberships, fitness gear, healthy eating options and more. Learn more about Blue365.
Care.com Membership
- College covers the monthly Care.com membership fee for all benefits eligible staff and faculty. The membership provides access to a search database of providers for their family care needs, including care for children, tutoring, elderly adults, pets as well as your home. Learn more about Care.com Membership.
Financial Consultations through New Directions
- Get telephonic financial advice such as credit counseling, debt and budgets assistance, retirement planning, tax return assistance and college planning. Learn more about New Directions.
LifeMart
- A members-only discount platform that provides offers and savings on major brands and everyday essentials so you can stretch your dollar further and make the most of your paycheck. Learn more about LifeMart.
Retirement Plan
- The College offers a defined contribution 403(b) plan administered by TIAA. Learn more about the College's retirement plan and TIAA.
Savi
- The Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) waiver program includes complex rules, procedures and forms to enroll in the program. Savi offers special services to help you navigate the PSLF waiver program. Learn more about Savi.
Sliding Scale for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts (BCBSMA) plans
- Through a program referred to as "Sliding Scale" the College will pay 82% - 90% of the total projected individual premium and 72% - 80% of the total projected family premium through a weighted-average formula for employees at certain levels of household income. The income levels at which higher contributions are made are subject to periodic review. Learn more about Sliding Scale for Health and Dental Insurance.