GRAD Family Benefits
A comprehensive guide to all of the benefits we're aware of that impact grad families.
Childcare Assistance
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GEO reimbursement - Next reimbursement period is May 15-31st for spring receipts (Jan-May 2023). Apply here
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Student Parent Programs Childcare Subsidy Programs
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GEO subsidized slots at CEEC on campus
Using your Wellness Reimbursement for Family Costs
You can be reimbursed up to $225/year for eligible fitness and wellness costs and if your family members are enrolled on your other beneifts (dental & vision) their costs can be counted as eligible toward the $225. For example: your spouse takes yoga classes, you (as the eligible employee) have a Planet Fitness single membership and you just purchased a new bike for your child--all of these are eligible receipts you can submit for the wellness reimbursement. Each family member does not receive their own $225 reimbursement; rather, the $225 is shared.
The Family Friendly Workspace
The FFW is a cozy, private, child-friendly workspace that grad employees can reserve to get some work done while they're on campus. The space can be reserved in 2 hour increments, starting at 8 am and with the last booking starting at 6 pm, Monday-Saturday. The workspace includes two desks with chairs, an armchair for reading, a small table and chairs for children, kid's books and toys, and a refrigerator and a bottle warmer for nursing parents. To book the space, complete the waiver on your Trust Fund dashboard.
Family Benefits - Dental & Vision
You can add a spouse, partner and/or child(ren) to your dental and vision plans for just $100/year. That's a small fraction of the total cost of a family premium. Each family member on your plan will receive the same benefits (they are not shared across your family). Click on the images below to view the plan descriptions.
Some Altus Dental plan family highlights
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100% coverage for preventative care, like exams and up to 4 cleanings/plan year
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100% coverage for fluoride for chidlren 18 and younger (1 in 6 months)
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Orthodontic for adults and coverage for children to age 19
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Athletic mouth guards for dep children under age 19 once every 24 months covered @ 65%
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$2250 calendar year maximum
Some EyeMed Vision plan family highlights
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We increased the frame allowance from $150 to $175 to keep more money in your pocket. This increase is for every covered person on your family plan.
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We now offer coverage for diabetic care services
Family Benefits through the Student Health Plan
We don't manage the student health plan, but we want you to know that ...
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You can add a spouse and/or children to your plan. The fee breakdown is here.
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If your child(ren) are enrolled on your student health plan, there are pediatric dental and vision benefits for them, even if they aren't enrolled on your separate dental & vision plans. See benefit below and more info here.
