Employee Benefits & Wellness

Behavioral Health Coverage

Your path to peace of mind. If you're enrolled in the health plan, you have access to behavioral health benefits through Optum and United Behavioral Health. Get ongoing support for mental health concerns, including counseling, psychotherapy, medication management, and substance use treatment. Your first 30 visits are covered at no cost. Learn more and schedule care today.

Comprehensive Support for Weight Health

Transform your life, one step at a time. The Franklin County Cooperative is committed to providing resources and support to help you achieve and maintain a healthy weight. Our programs and services are designed to fit your unique needs, ensuring you have access to tools and guidance on your wellness journey.

Dental Coverage

Brighten your smile, brighten your day. The Franklin County Cooperative Health Improvement Program offers dental coverage through Aetna, with a choice between a Dental PPO or DMO plan. Explore plan details, resources, and digital tools to make the most of your benefits.

Family Forming: Adoption, Maternity, Fertility & Infertility

Your family, your way. Support and resources for individuals managing family planning and related challenges, including coverage for maternity and fertility services, as well as reimbursement for donor materials, adoption, and surrogacy expenses. This program is available to benefits-enrolled employees and their benefits-enrolled spouses/domestic partners.

Medical Coverage

Complete care, confident coverage. Discover the benefits of our United Healthcare - Choice Plus PPO plan, offering extensive coverage for preventive care, inpatient and outpatient services, and more. Explore virtual health options, specialized pain management programs, and access to top specialists.

Pharmacy Coverage

Easy access to affordable medication. Employees enrolled in the medical plan automatically receive prescription drug coverage through OptumRx. Use your prescription card at participating pharmacies or save time and money with mail-order options. Explore forms, guidelines, and resources to manage your prescriptions with ease.

Vision Coverage

Clear vision, bright future. Included in the bundled health plan, the vision benefit through VSP covers annual eye exams and provides allowances for contacts or eyeglass lenses every 12 months and frames every 24 months. Enjoy additional discounts on eyewear and laser vision correction. Both in-network and out-of-network providers are covered. Explore plan details and savings options.

Weight Management Services

This program includes coverage for weight loss medications and bariatric surgery through your OptumRx pharmacy and/or UnitedHealthcare medical benefits. Available to benefits-enrolled employees and their benefits-enrolled spouses/domestic partners.

Disability Insurance

Protect your paycheck. The Franklin County Cooperative offers disability insurance for eligible employees, covering both short-term and long-term needs. Employees can access support through MetLife, with various resources available for managing claims.

Enrich Financial Wellness

Maximize your money, master your future. Personalized 1:1 financial coaching plus self-help content on a variety of financial topics, ensuring you have the support and resources needed to achieve your financial aspirations. Available to benefits-eligible employees and their benefits-enrolled spouses/domestic partners.

Flexible Spending Accounts

Smart spending, sharper savings. Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) let eligible employees use pre-tax dollars for medical, dental, vision, prescription, and dependent care expenses. Participation is voluntary, and you don’t need to be enrolled in the health plan to qualify. The plan year runs from January 1 to December 31. Explore FAQs, forms, and resources to manage your FSA effectively.

Life Insurance Coverage

Secure your tomorrow, safeguard today. We offer life insurance options to fit your needs, including basic coverage and accidental death benefits at no cost, along with optional supplemental life insurance for you and your family.

MetLife Legal Coverage

Expert protection, stress-free solutions. MetLife Legal Plans offer affordable access to a network of attorneys for a variety of legal services. For a low monthly fee, you and your family can receive support for various legal matters, including estate planning, family law, and more. Explore the benefits of this plan and see how it can help simplify your legal needs.

Pet Insurance Discount Program

Franklin County Cooperative employees can access discounts on MetLife Pet Insurance, offering flexible coverage options and potential savings. The program provides coverage at licensed veterinarians, 24/7 support, and the possibility of continuing coverage for pre-existing conditions.

Eligibility Forms and Notices

Enrollment and Eligibility Requirements

Legal Documents

Life Events