Get Back On Track With Your Health

The terms “Quarantine-15” or “COVID Curves” is a thing! If you have gained unwanted weight since March of 2020, know that you are not alone in this trend. Many people also have felt a struggle to fit in a workout, as life has pulled them in so many different directions. It is time to take charge and get back to taking care of your mental and physical health.

Get and Stay Fit with Healthy Directions Programs

As a Health New England member, you get access to exclusive programs and resources. Most of these programs are free or offered at a discount so you can get your mind, body and spirit back to being the best version of you.  

Take a look at all the healthy offerings that are available to you:

An online wellness company with live online yoga and meditation via two-way video technology, so you are seen and supported in real-time by your teacher — enabling you to practice safely and effectively, regardless of your experience level. You can take a class from home, the office, or even when you’re on vacation! Health New England members can get an unlimited monthly membership for the discounted rate of $19.99/month or a yearly subscription for $149/year. http://hnetalk.com/member/ompractice-discounted-online-yoga-program-for-members/


Listen along with our experts who are skilled within their respective fields on various topics such as immunity through nutrition, mindfulness, managing emotions and more!  https://www.healthnewengland.org/Wellness/Where-Your-Health-Matters


Access the latest resources in a personal and private portal just for you. Inside you’ll find easy-to-use health and wellness tools such as a comprehensive health assessment, self-management tools, a daily habits coach, health trackers, self-help videos, healthy recipes and so much more. https://healthnewengland.org/wellness/healthy-directions-portal

Get and stay fit with the following Healthy Directions programs, designed exclusively for Health New England members. Program materials and resources for individual participants and employers are available upon request for each of the activities. https://healthnewengland.org/wellness/physical-activity

Proper nutrition is a fundamental part of good health. It is not always easy to know what good nutrition is, how to eat right, or how to compare different food choices. That is why we have developed several different educational nutrition seminars to help you better understand the fundamentals of nutrition, such as carbohydrates, fats, proteins, fruits and vegetables, and beverages, as well as other seminars to help with your nutritional choices. https://healthnewengland.org/wellness/healthy-eating

Preventive care helps you maintain your overall health and get ahead of any health issues. Routine checkups, immunizations, lab tests and health screenings may help you lower your risk for disease and they help your doctor diagnose and treat any health concerns early.  Below are a few of the preventive care resources available right now. https://healthnewengland.org/wellness/preventive-care

Members can enjoy discounted access to an alternative therapy choice, with an average of 20-25% off of the provider’s typical billed charges. https://healthnewengland.org/CAM-Provider-Network-Discounts 

Save on all dental services – from cleanings and crowns to teeth whitening and implants – so you can use it every time and save. And, there are no monthly fees or premiums, which means you pay only for the services you need, when you need them. https://www.healthnewengland.org/chewsi 

Whether you are going to the gym, running a 5K road race, working to maintain a healthy diet and weight, or trying to quit tobacco use, we want to help you be successful. https://healthnewengland.org/wellness/reimbursement-programs

  • Health New England will reimburse you up to $200 per individual plan and $400 per family plan per calendar year (depending on plan) towards services such as aerobic/wellness classes, athletic event registration fees, bike shares, community supported agriculture (CSA) or farm shares, fitness equipment and devices (i.e., treadmill, workout videos, fitbit), golf and ski tickets, mindfulness classes and apps, nutrition classes and apps, personal trainer fees, qualifying fitness club memberships, school and town sports, Weight Watchers®, wellness and fitness apps
  • Have you been contemplating quitting tobacco use? As a Health New England member, you can now take advantage of our tobacco cessation program without having any prior health conditions. Health New England wants to help you achieve your goals and, as an added incentive, we will reimburse you up to $50 for attending a tobacco cessation class or hypnosis session.

Have you been contemplating quitting tobacco use? As a Health New England member, you can now take advantage of our tobacco cessation program without having any prior health conditions. Health New England wants to help you achieve your goals and, as an added incentive, we will reimburse you up to $50 for attending a tobacco cessation class or hypnosis session.

Use the form below to apply for your tobacco cessation reimbursement and find a tobacco cessation program near you. This form has further instructions and details of what activities meet the reimbursement criteria.

You also can call Member Services to request a form at (413) 787-4004 or (800) 310-2835.


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How It Started | How It’s Going

Shantelle's Story

I have always struggled with my weight, but it wasn’t until after high school that it got out of control. From not making healthy food choices to not exercising, I was not taking care of myself. My weight skyrocketed more than 80 pounds. Over the next 10 years, I tried every fad diet out there and failed.

In 2016, I saw several of my associates join Health New England’s meFit program and succeed in reaching their health and wellness goals. However, I always found excuses not to participate. The truth was, I was scared of failing again. But, I finally decided to take back control of my health. I have two young daughters and I want to set a good example for them.

The meFit program really helped me lay the foundation for a healthier lifestyle. I have become stronger, both physically and mentally. Over the past five years, I have lost over 120 pounds through diet and exercise changes!

My goal in starting this journey was to be a better example for my daughters. I know I have done that. We cook together, they cheer me on when I work out, and sometimes they even join me! I am so thankful that I invested in myself and that Health New England provided the opportunity.

Shantelle O.

Health New England Associate

Peggy's Story

I began my fitness journey through Health New England’s meFit program in 2016. Designed specifically for Health New England associates, the meFit program is a 12-week, intensive lifestyle management program that supports total wellness and healthy weight loss through group personal training and individual nutritional counseling. 

It’s hard to believe that March 12, 2020 was my last in-person workout with my trainer. Little did I know that soon I would need to become my own personal trainer. If I’m being honest, I hid in my home and did not go outside for the first month of the COVID-19 pandemic. Typically, I’m not a great self-motivator and had no desire to do anything. Moreover, I really missed the aspect of working out with my coworkers; they really kept me going when we were all working out together!

However, as the days grew nicer, I knew I needed to get myself moving - not just for the physical benefits, but for the mental aspect as well. To get myself back into a healthy routine, my husband and I started taking walks in our neighborhood. Our walk was not a nice easy stroll; we power walked up and down the streets until we created a three-mile loop that we did daily, sometimes twice a day. I also pulled out my eight-pound weights and started using them to enhance my exercises.

We also added a little gym in our home with a bosu ball and a kettle bell. During the winter months, we moved our neighborhood walk to the reservoir near our home. What started as a four mile walk has now turned into a jog. My routine now consists of a four mile jog (three times a week) and I walk the other days. My body and mind crave the movement. It’s a great feeling. Also, my husband has been so motivated that he is now training to run a 10K, so he runs more often and longer.

Since I began my fitness journey, I wasn’t focused so much on losing weight. For me, it was about maintaining my health, and building healthy habits. Over the course of the past year, I’m proud to say that I have maintained my weight and stayed strong.

Peggy G.

Health New England Associate 

Anne's Story

In March of 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic hit a roaring head in Massachusetts. Guidelines were strictly set in place advising everyone to stay indoors, socially distance and wear facemasks. My company instructed me to start working from home to stay safe. I spent a lot of my time cooking and spending time with my kids during my first month at home. But as time progressed, I noticed how much I just needed to be outside.

I started to go on walks around the neighborhood just to clear my head and get out of the house. As we got further into the statewide lockdown, I increased my walks from one lap around the neighborhood to either two or three loops, depending on the day. Slowly, I started to realize how much just doing something so simple as walking cleared my mind and gave me an extra boost.

As the months went by, I started increasing the duration of my walks. Eventually, my walk turned into a 4-mile jog - every day! In conjunction with exercise changes, I started to modify my diet. This whole lifestyle change started with small changes. I first began with portion control and healthier options of food that I enjoyed. I loved going on Pinterest to find healthy recipes that my kids and I could enjoy together.

All of these small modifications have allowed me to become both mentally and physically stronger than ever before. I am so thankful that I was able to take this time to invest in myself to become a stronger and healthier version of me.

Anne J.
Health New England Associate