Employer News
Mar 15, 2023 7:00am

March 2023 Well Wisconsin Updates

Discover what’s coming up in Well Wisconsin and how you can help your employees engage in healthy activities.

Health and Wellness News
Mar 14, 2023 4:00pm

Sleep Awareness Week 2023

Spring ahead they say. Yet, do you feel like you’re dragging behind after losing an hour of sleep? The National Sleep Foundation uses this week to provide education on the connection between sleep and your health and well-being.

Department News
Mar 8, 2023 11:00am

ETF Announces Annual Annuity Adjustments

ETF today announced annuity adjustments for Wisconsin Retirement System retirees. The Core annuity adjustment is 1.6% and the Variable annuity adjustment is -21% (a decrease).

Employer News
Mar 1, 2023 7:00am

Employer Reminders: Forms, Updates, and ICI Changes

Please note a few reminders for employers: check that you are using the most current form revision, watch for ETF Update meeting invites, and read about changes coming to the ICI Program in 2024.

Department News
Feb 22, 2023 3:00pm

GIB Authorizes Negotiation of Wellness Contracts

GIB approves the issuance of a letter of intent to award contract(s) to WebMD for administering the Well Wisconsin Program, including well-being, mental health, and chronic condition management; reviews initiatives based on Healthcare Triple Aim guiding principles; sets the 2024 open enrollment period; and more.

Health and Wellness News
Feb 20, 2023 4:00pm

American Heart Month 2023

Heart disease is the number one cause of death for Americans according to the American Heart Association. Know the warning signs and when to call for help.  

Employer News
Feb 16, 2023 10:00am

2023 Preparing for Your Retirement Webinars to Share With Employees

Please share this message with your employees to provide time and registration links to the Preparing for Your Retirement webinars. The free two-hour evening presentations are designed for WRS members who are within ten years of retirement.

Department News
Feb 15, 2023 11:30am

Webinar Combines WRS, WDC and Social Security Information

You’re invited to attend “Your Steppingstones to Retirement,” a free, educational webinar hosted by representatives from ETF, the Social Security Administration, and the Wisconsin Deferred Compensation Program.

Employer News
Feb 13, 2023 8:00am

Employers Recognized for Well-Being in 2022

Nine Wisconsin employers were recognized for well-being through the 2022 Well Wisconsin program. Well-being champions representing these employers were recognized at a recent Well Wisconsin Awards Ceremony held at the Olbrich Botanical Gardens in Madison, WI.

Employer News
Feb 2, 2023 2:00pm

New Employer Training: Health Plans, Medicare, and Retirees

Many state employees want to continue their health insurance into retirement. However, they might have several questions prior to retiring like what determines their eligibility? What impact does gaining Medicare eligibility have on health insurance?