Find joy every day
Stay healthy while enjoying the holiday season. Try these tips to maintain your well-being.
Are you feeling sad or lonely as the end of the year draws near? You may have a case of the holiday blues. Discover strategies to help improve your mood and outlook. And talk to your provider if your mood stops you from doing things you enjoy.
Stay connected
Reach out to friends, family or neighbors. A phone call or text can make a positive difference in your day. Or ask your local community center about social groups and activities where you can interact with others. There are also resources like the Institute on Aging Friendship Line. Call the line at 1-888-670-1360 anytime for emotional support and specialized support for adults ages 60 and older, adults with disabilities and their caregivers.
Have fun
Try a new recipe, decorate your home for the season or listen to holiday tunes. You may even start a new holiday tradition. Activities like these can give you a sense of peace, belonging and purpose.
Volunteer
Giving back is a rewarding way to connect with others and support your community. Many organizations (like senior centers, libraries and food banks) need extra help during the holidays. Volunteering can feel good and may help boost your mood.
Get help paying for everyday expenses
If you have a qualifying chronic condition, your plan covers a monthly allowance for everyday expenses such as over-the-counter (OTC) items, healthy foods, transportation and gas, personal care items and certain utilities. If you don’t have a qualifying condition, the monthly allowance is for OTC items only.*
Prioritize self-care
Take time for yourself. Self-care is the practice of taking an active role in protecting your own health and happiness, especially during periods of stress — and it’s one of the many keys to wellness. Examples include practicing meditation, relaxing in a warm bath or reading your favorite book. Remember: Recharging your own battery can help empower you to be there for others who may need support too.
Exercise regularly
The blues can affect your physical health, too. Even a 10-minute walk can make a positive difference in your well-being. And don’t be afraid to multitask. Walking around the mall while you window-shop or dancing in front of the TV in your home both count as exercise.
Get an annual exam — without leaving home
We partnered with Signify Health® to offer Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan (D-SNP) members the chance to get this covered visit.
Give yourself credit
The holiday season can be tough on your emotions and might make you feel less confident. Try boosting your self-esteem and sense of peace with positive affirmations. Repeating uplifting phrases like “I am enough, just as I am” or “I choose happiness in my life” can help reinforce a more upbeat outlook.
See Evidence of Coverage for a complete description of plan benefits, exclusions, limitations and conditions of coverage. Plan features and availability may vary by service area. *The benefits mentioned are part of a special supplemental program for the chronically ill. Eligibility is determined by whether you have a chronic condition associated with this benefit. Standards may vary for each benefit. Conditions include Hypertension, Hyperlipidemia, Diabetes, Cardio, Cancer. Other eligible conditions may apply. Contact us to confirm your eligibility for these benefits.
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