Nutrition Counseling

In light of a recent memo from VEHI regarding GLP-1 medications used for weight loss will no longer be a covered benefit, employees who have relied on the medication may be wondering what options they have to maintain a healthy weight. 

The best answer is to talk to your primary care physician about your options.

Something your wellness leaders would like to remind you, Nutrition Counseling is covered under our VEHI health insurance plan. You do not need a referral from a doctor to see one. There are many dieticians and nutrition counselors in the area. Ask your doctor for a recommendation, or check out one of these:

No Diet Dietician based in South Burlington, but a large team of virtual dieticians.

Whole Health Nutrition dieticians can meet in person (Colchester or WRJ office) and telemed.

Seeing a Doctor? Going to the Dentist? Get PATH Points!

PATH participants who either visit their dental provider for a routine checkup, or work with their primary care provider to learn their health risks and what to do about them, can receive 25 PATHpoints!

How? 

1) Download and print the correct form for the visit: 

• "Show Your Smile" for dental checkups
• "Know Your Numbers" for preventive primary care visits

2) Complete the top part of the form with your information and bring the form to your dental or doctor visit. 

3) Ask your dentist or primary care provider to check what preventive procedures were completed and sign the form. 

4) You must also sign the form, then turn the form into your Building Leader.

If you don't know who is your building leader, contact Jaycie Puttlitz.

Educator discount at The Edge

 

The Edge has reached out to remind school employees that they receive a 10% discount on their membership rates. This discount would be in addition to any discounts you receive for pre-paid monthly or yearly rates.

If you are interested in learning more, contact:

Dennis Michel
Membership Director
4 Gauthier Drive, Essex Jct., VT  05452
Tel:  802-951-2324
Email: dennism@edgevt.com
www.edgevt.com