A new school year is a time of adjustment for everyone in the family. Children may be excited, anxious, or both, possibly at the same time. Utilize your benefits to make the most out of the new school year.
EAP
Mercy EAP has articles that can provide guidance on an array of topics from “back-to-school Tips for parents” to “dental Care: what parents can do for school-aged children.”
- Username: MSU
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EAP offers confidential counseling services for you and your immediate family members. Call 314-729-4600 #2
Vision
VSP, MSU’s vision services provider, has several articles to help you care for your child’s eye care needs. Including:
- Common vision problems in Kids and How to Spot Them.
- Are Contact Lenses Safe for Kids? Your Guide to Navigating this Decision.
- See the difference: How eyewear Empowers your Child’s Academic Journey.
Take advantage of VSP’s savings offers:
- Download Coupons for:
- VSP and Bausch & Lomb Rebate
- Get up to $300 back on qualified purchases from 07/01/2023-12/31/2023.
- $5 savings on Biotrue Hydration Boost Eye drops
- $5 savings on Biotrue Multi-purpose Solution
- Free Trial of Baush & Lomb ULTRA contact lenses
- $5 Savings on LUMIFY redness reliever eye drops
- VSP and Bausch & Lomb Rebate
- VSP members utilizing Visionworks can receive 50% off a Second pair of prescription glasses.
- VSP members can shop online with Eyeconic.
Flex Spending
Utilize Flex spending dollars. Check out Asiflex site for a list of eligible expenses. Including:
- Dependent care account (DCFSA)
- After-school care or extended day care programs
- After-school care or extended day care program reimbursement is eligible with a dependent care flexible spending account (DCFSA) for the care of qualifying individuals and when it allows the account holder and their spouse to be gainfully employed or to be seeking gainful employment.
- Medical Care Account (FSA)
- Athletic Mouth Guards
- First Aid Kits
- Orthodontia
- Plus much more
- Visit the FSAstore and get $30 off $200 with code preferred30
- After-school care or extended day care programs
Other Back to School Resources
- August 12 (11am- 2pm, The Well Church, 720 E Norton Rd)
- Free: food, haircuts, backpacks, shaved ice, inflatables, and more
- August 14 (11am- 3pm, Eagle Heights Worship Center, 3285 W Farm Rd 146)
- Free: haircuts, groceries, clothes school supplies, and lunch
- See more on Ozarksfirst: where to get free backpacks
*Vision and Flex spending/Cafeteria plan enrollments may only be made within 31 days of a qualifying event or during open enrollment (Nov 1- Dec 1).
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