Influenza Guidelines (pdf)
November 2009
Annual Medicare Part D Notice (for Medicare eligible participants)(pdf)
This annual required notice provides information about the prescription drug coverage with Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution and about your options under Medicare’s prescription drug coverage. This information can help you decide whether or not you want to join a Medicare drug plan. If you are considering joining, you should compare your current coverage, including which drugs are covered at what cost, with the coverage and costs of the plans offering Medicare prescription drug coverage in your area. Information about where you can get help to make decisions about your prescription drug coverage is at the end of this notice.
November 2009
WHOI Drug Free Workplace Act Memo (Corrected Version) (pdf)
October 2009
Save the Date: October 26th from 10-2 in Clark
» See what’s happening at this year’s Benefits, Health and Wellness Fair (pdf)
H1N1 Influenza Update (pdf)
September 2009
Welcome to your new Employee & Student Assistant Program (ESAP)
Effective September 1, 2009, WHOI has contracted with “The Wellness Corporation” as our new provider for ESAP and Work/Life benefits (replaces both ROI/Gosnold for EAP services and Work & Family Benefits for referral services)
» View the Home Mailing to All Employees & Students dated 9-1-09 (pdf)
» View a short 7-minute video introducing your new & improved ESAP program
» View the Wellness Corp’s website for unlimited resources to support you and your family’s well-being
(To login, select "New
Members Register Here" and use WHOI in the company name box)
» View the HR/Benefits website for general information about your ESAP program
BJs Wholesale Club Offers Special Membership to WHOI Employees
Open Enrollment is Thursday, March 26, 9 a.m. to noon, Clark Lobby.
Cape Cod Healthcare's Walk-in Care Center in Bourne
Cape Cod Healtcare reintroduces an expanded "Walk-in Care Center" in Bourne.
Expanded Rules for Military Leave
Effective January 16, 2009, the Family Medical Leave Act is amended to include two important new leave rights related to military service.
Military Leave Notice
Attempted Extortion Event at Express Scripts in October 2008
Important Notice to BCBS members regarding potential threat of exposed patient records with Express Scripts.
What You Need to Know About the 1099-HC Form
Important Tax Information!
Massachusetts Health Care Reform Act - FAQ's
Frequently asked questions about the Massachusetts Health Care Reform Act
Effective July 1, 2007

Administrative Changes to Family Illness Days and Short-Term Disability
Changes effective 12/23/2007
How to report a Disability Claim
Instructions, FAQ's and Contact Information

Pension Protection Act - What it Means for You
Letter to the WHOI Community from the Director of Human Resources
Massachusetts Health Care Reform Act
Dependent Eligibility Update

Benefit Strategies Announces Newly Designed Website