A new year is the perfect time to revisit your benefits and ensure you’re taking full advantage of all that is offered to eligible URochester employees. Learn more about where to find potential savings as well as eligibility criteria.
1) Increased Well-U incentives for eligible health plan participants – Earn up to $900 for engaging in programs focused on improving health*
URochester has increased its wellness incentive offerings this year by up to 38%, making it easier for employees to earn incentive dollars while engaging in ways to improve their health.
If you’re enrolled in a University health plan for 2026, here’s some good news: you and your covered spouse or domestic partner can EACH earn up to $450 this year just by participating in Well-U programs. Yes, you can get paid for taking steps toward better health. Talk about a win-win!
Three simple ways to earn UP TO $450*
- Access Your Personal Health Assessment — $150
Complete survey 1 of your Personal Health Assessment online, then finish survey 2 and your biometric screening to earn your first $150. - Level Up with a Lifestyle Management Program — $150
Complete an eligible lifestyle management program to earn another $150. - Get Support Through Condition Management Coaching — $150
Complete an eligible condition management coaching program to earn yet another $150.
*All incentives are treated as taxable wages.
2) HSA: A ‘triple’ tax saving benefit for those enrolled in an HSA Health Plan
Did you enroll in the HSA plan for 2026? Don’t miss the chance to contribute to a Health Savings Account (HSA). It’s one of the few benefits that offers a triple tax advantage: your contributions go in tax-free, they grow tax-free, and you can spend them tax-free on qualified expenses throughout your lifetime.
3) Save $$$ on pet sitting
Planning a trip this year and looking for pet care? Through your free Care.com membership*, you get 10 days of backup care each year—including pet sitting for just $10 per day. To enroll in the free Care.com membership, please visit Care.com.
*Care.com memberships are available to regular full-time and part-time faculty and staff, residents, and postdoctoral associates. Staff represented by a collective bargaining agreement receive benefits accordingly. The value of pet care is treated as taxable wages.
4) Compare your current auto and home insurance rates with exclusive savings offered through special rates provided to URochester employees:
Looking for a potential way to cut your monthly costs? You’ve got access to special auto and home insurance discounts. URochester partners with Farmers Group Select, Liberty Mutual, and Travelers to offer exclusive savings just for our employees. Get a quick quote to compare rates here.
5) Don’t miss everyday discounts
Whether it’s $4 off movie tickets, discounted admission to Amerks games for a fun winter weekend, or big savings on lift tickets at ski resorts across the country, there are always ways to save as a URochester employee. Visit our exclusive discounts webpage here.
To make it easier, we’re launching a brand-new Seasonal Savings section in every issue of HR Connect so you never miss a seasonal deal.
