Enjoy discounts on fitness classes, gym memberships and healthy recipes at your fingertips. These are some of the perks that may be contained in your CalPERS Medicare health plan.
We’ve compiled a list of low or no-cost health and wellness offerings available to CalPERS Medicare health plan members. Below are a few highlights — for a more comprehensive list visit your health plan’s site or the CalPERS Health and Wellness by Health Plan pages.
Please check with your health plan to confirm a specific health or wellness program is available to you.
Anthem Blue Cross
SilverSneakers Program — You can join SilverSneakers, a fitness program for those who are 65 and older. You have unlimited access to participating gyms and fitness centers, as well as yoga and dance classes that are led by certified instructors. To learn more or see if you’re eligible, visit SilverSneakers.
Hearing Care Solutions — Hearing Care Solutions offers members a comprehensive hearing exam, hearing aid evaluation and fitting, a three-year supply of batteries, and a wide selection of digital hearing aids at discounted prices through more than 4,500 locations nationwide. For more information, contact Hearing Care Solutions at (855) 312-2545.
Personal Emergency Response System — This benefit is intended to help members maintain independence in their own homes who might otherwise need to live in an assisted living facility or need additional in-home support. This benefit provides an in-home device to notify appropriate personnel of an emergency (such as a fall). For questions about this benefit, contact Anthem’s Member Services at the number listed on the back of your plan membership card.
Blue Shield of California
Silver Sneakers Fitness — Take advantage of hundreds of fitness clubs and classes such as yoga, tai chi, Latin dance, in addition to social events and activities — at no cost to you through SilverSneakers programs. To sign up or see if you’re eligible, visit SilverSneakers and create an account.
Personal Emergency Response System (PERS) — Feel secure and enjoy peace of mind and independence 24/7 with LifeStation’s offering 24/7 help at the push of a button. Benefits include one personal emergency response system, a choice between an in-home unit or a mobile device with GPS/WiFi, and monthly monitoring.
Kaiser Permanente
One Pass® Fitness Program — One Pass can help you find a fitness routine that’s right for you, whether you work out at home or at a gym.
Sharp Health Plan
Silver&Fit® — Healthy Aging and Exercise Program offers you free access to participating fitness centers, home fitness kits, digital workout resources, and personalized wellness tools to support healthy aging. There are no copays, coinsurance, or deductibles for these services, though some non-standard services and equipment may require additional fees. Reach out to your plan for more information.
UnitedHealthcare
Free Gym Membership — You can take advantage of a free gym membership, access to thousands of on-demand and live fitness classes, and an annual personalized fitness plan. Additional benefits include bringing a workout assistant at no extra cost, brain health resources from AARP® Staying Sharp®, and opportunities to connect with others at local health and wellness events. Reach out to your plan’s member services if you have any questions, the number is in the back of your member ID card. network
Let’s Move Wellness Program — Learn more about the importance of nutrition, physical activity, mental health, social and caregiver well-being, and financial fitness. Take advantage of virtual cooking demonstrations, recipes, wellness challenges, strategies for financial well-being, and volunteer opportunities at no additional cost at Let’s Move by UHC.