Introduction
We are pleased to present this guide, which highlights the comprehensive coverage available to you. Our benefits program is designed to offer employees substantial coverage to meet both individual and family needs. This microsite includes only highlights. The specific terms of coverage, exclusions and limitations are contained in the plan documents and insurance certificates. All coverage and coverage costs are subject to change at any time in the future. If you have any questions about a specific service or treatment, please contact the appropriate insurance carrier.
Benefits Overview
The City of Grove is renewing as-is this year, with no plan changes. To help you in making your coverage decision for 2024, please review all the following plan options and rates for 2025-2026.
- City of Grove Open Enrollment Guide
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Summary of Benefits and Coverage
- Guardian Dental Benefit Summary
- Guardian Vision Benefit Summary
- Standard Basic Life & AD&D Benefit Summary
- Standard Supplemental Life Benefit Summary
- Short Term Disability Summary
- Long Term Disability Summary
- Allstate Accident Brochure
- Allstate Critical Illness Brochure
Worksite Benefits
The City of Grove offers a competitive benefits package for all employees. We realize you make benefit choices based on what’s important to you and the needs of your changing lifestyle. Therefore, along with our core benefits, we offer these additional benefits which help to provide financial support to employees.
- Critical Illness - Benefits are paid directly to you as the employee upon the diagnosis of a critical illness. Illnesses include Cancer, Heart Attack and Stroke. Also pays for a wellness benefit for wellness services and tests.
- Accident Insurance - Benefits are paid directly to you as the employee upon accidents requiring medical treatment. Accidents include accidental death, hospital confinement, intensive care, ambulance services and much more.
Well Being Resources
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
When life gets challenging, don't hesitate to reach out. The EAP is here for you and your dependents, offering counseling and consultation services. You can contact 844.222.9325 or access resources on the website guidanceresources.com.
Wise & Well Training Center
The Wise & Well Training Center serves as a resource for employees to enhance their well-being and support their mental and physical health. If you're in need of a little uplift, visit the Wise & Well Training Center for additional information.
Additional Resources
How To Enroll
Please complete the 2025 - 2026 City of Grove Enrollment Form and return it to Kristi Ford in Human Resources no later than June 20, 2025.
Contact Us
While we are interested and concerned about the health of our Employees and their dependents, we have HIPAA Privacy Compliance obligations which limit the information shared with us. NFP is available to assist you with claims issues or any other issues you have concerning our benefits. If you are experiencing a claim issue, please contact Customer Service with the appropriate insurance company first to see if you can resolve it on your own. If not, then you need to contact our brokerfor further assistance. Your personal advocate are as follows:
Additional Contacts
Kristi Ford
Human Resources Director
kford@cityofgroveok.gove
918-786-6107