Embarking on a journey to better health is always a timely decision, and we’re excited to remind you that you have exclusive, complimentary access to Noom through Riverside Healthcare-an invaluable $199 health support at no cost to you. The program is available to all benefit eligible employees as well as spouses insured on the Riverside Health plan.

Noom stands out as a proven weight loss program, boasting an average of 15 pounds lost in just 16 weeks.

When you enroll, you’ll enjoy:

• A tailored curriculum that inspires you from start to finish
• Personalized guidance with a dedicated 1:1 coach
• Access to an extensive food database for insightful tracking and nutritional learning
• A transformative boost to your wellbeing, confidence, and overall happiness

Beyond the myriad health benefits, Noom is recognized as a Reasonable Alternative for the 2024 REACH Wellness Program. This means that should you fall short or not show improvement in at least 3 out of 5 key health measures, participating in the Noom program will earn you a coveted Level 2 credit! Ready to chart your course towards optimal health? Waste no time – sign up now and kickstart your journey.

Riverside’s New Leave of Absence/FMLA Administrator is The Standard as of 1/1/2024

In order to provide improved communication and approvals of FMLA/Leave of Absence management for Riverside employees, we are transitioning from Prudential to The Standard for all FMLA/Leave of Absence coordination effective Jan. 1, 2024. The Standard has been in business for over a century with a focus on employee benefits (life and disability).

I am an employee wanting to request a leave of absence or have questions/absences to report for an approved Leave of Absence. What do I do?

Call The Standard’s Leave of Absence Management Service Center at
888-895-0381. They are open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. CST, Monday through Friday. Or you can log in in at standard.com/absence. NOTE: You will need to create your account as a first-time user and there are directions on the site to guide you. See the attached document for more information.

I’m on a leave of absence now that was approved by Prudential. Do I need to do anything?

Current employees approved for a Leave of Absence/FMLA are receiving letters sent to their homes by The Standard explaining the process. Prudential has provided recently requested/approved/current Leave of Absence information to The Standard on Jan. 2, 2024. You will not need to do anything beyond directing questions to The Standard on/ after Jan. 2, 2024. Please refer to the Leave of Absence Policy in PolicyStat for more detailed information. If you have questions for Riverside staff, please feel free to email:
[email protected].

Employee Wellness Department Key Dates

Riverside Senior Life Communities
Caregiver Support Group – Kankakee
Date: Feb. 13, 2024
Time: 3:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.
Location: 100 Westwood Oaks Ct.
Kankakee, IL 60901

Riverside Senior Life Communities
Caregiver Support Group – Bourbonnais
Date: Feb. 13, 2024
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Location: 85 E Burns Rd. Bourbonnais,
IL 60914

Build a support system with people who understand Alzheimer’s. Caregiver support groups, conducted by trained facilitators, are a safe place for people living with dementia and their care partners to: develop a support system, exchange practical information on challenges and possible solutions, talk through issues and ways of coping, share feelings, needs, and concerns, and learn about community resources.Call to register:800-272-3900

REACH Portal Spotlight

1. Complete your 2024 REACH Consent Form
2. Complete your REACH lab visit
3. Schedule your wellness visit

Visit RiversideHealthcare.org/REACH on your desktop or mobile device to get started today!

Noom Weight Loss Program

As a reminder, you have complimentary access to Noom through Riverside Healthcare-an invaluable health support at no cost to you. The program is available to all benefit eligible employees and spouses insured on the Riverside Health plan.

Noom is also recognized as a Reasonable Alternative for the 2024 REACH Wellness Program. This means that should you fall short or not show improvement in at least 3 out of 5 key health measures, participating in the Noom program will earn you a Level 2 credit!Sign up here to get started today.

In order to provide improved communication and approvals of FMLA/Leave of Absence management for Riverside employees, we are transitioning from Prudential to The Standard for all FMLA/Leave of Absence coordination effective 1/1/2024. The Standard has been in business for over a century with a focus on employee benefits (life and disability).

I am an employee wanting to request a leave of absence, or have questions/absences to report for an approved Leave of Absence. What do I do?
Call The Standard’s Leave of Absence Management Service Center at 888.895.0381. They are open 7AM to 7PM CST, Monday through Friday. Or you can log in in at standard.com/absence. NOTE: You will need to create your account as a first-time user and there are directions on the site to guide you. See the attached document for more information.

I’m on a leave of absence now that was approved by Prudential. Do I need to do anything?
Current employees approved for a Leave of Absence/FMLA are receiving letters sent to their homes by The Standard explaining the process. Prudential has provided recently requested/approved/current Leave of Absence information to The Standard on 1/2/2024. You will not need to do anything beyond directing questions to The Standard on/after 1/2/2024.

Please refer to the Leave of Absence Policy in PolicyStat for more detailed information. If you have questions for Riverside staff, please feel free to email: [email protected].