Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do I join the wellness program?

The Office of Human Resources has created a new EAP paper form which is available in Word format at http://www.montgomerycollege.edu/ohr/etweap/docs/eap_wellness.doc.

Please click on the appropriate form link MC Wellness Classes/Outside Gym Memberships to download the paper application in Word format, complete it in Word, print it out, sign it, have your supervisor sign it, attach any necessary documentation, and forward it to Lori Stegeman in the Office of Human Resources for processing. Please be sure to use the appropriate form to ensure proper and timely processing. If you are not sure which form to use, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 240-567-7301. You complete a registration form and an EAP (Education Assistance Program) form. Once your request is approved by your supervisor it is forwarded to Lori Stegeman in Human Resources.

2. Can my spouse and children join the wellness program?

Your spouse can participate in the Wellness Program and must pay the cashier for each wellness activity they participate in. A “paid receipt” must be presented to the wellness instructor at the beginning of the class or activity each semester. Children may not participate in the Wellness program. Your spouse will be required to complete a registration/waiver form prior to participating in any wellness class.

3. What are the guidelines for using my EAP?

Full or part-time employees (with benefits) are eligible for EAP benefits after 6 months at the College. Complete an EAP form with supervisor (chair and dean for Faculty) approval and signature. Submit to Lori Stegeman in the HR Office. Failure to participate in at least 50% of the Wellness Activity will result in having to reimburse the College for EAP funds utilized for the activity.

4. What are the policies on using 1 ½ hours for my wellness activities?

Staff who wish to request time to participate in wellness activities must match non-duty time with duty time. No more than one-half of the total wellness time may be released time; employees may use as much of their non-duty time as practical. Time for wellness activities must not exceed one hour at a time including time needed to get to and from the activity and time to change clothes. Staff are encouraged to participate in wellness activities a minimum of three days a week. A maximum of 1-1/2 hours of duty time per week can be approved for these activities. You must complete a “Staff Request for Wellness Activities Form” that must be approved by your supervisor in order to utilize “release time” for wellness activities.

5. How much do wellness classes cost?
• Fitness Center, unlimited use during wellness hours: $ 50.00
• All other classes: $ 30 per class (frequency of class offering does not alter this fee. Each class you select is a flat fee of $30 for the semester–ie., Jazzercise = $30; Tai Chi = $30; Body Conditioning = $30 etc.
• Retirees pay and their spouses pay $30 per class/ per semester for as many classes (Yoga, Pilates etc.) that they wish to take during the Fall 2008 semester and $30 for unlimited use of the Fitness Center during Wellness hours.
• Spouses of current employees pay the same rate as current employees and provide a paid receipt and registration form to HR.

 
6. Can I use the wellness program on another campus?

Yes you may. Please notify the site coordinator in advance so they can verify that your registration is current.

• Keith Federman/Germantown - keith.federman@montgomerycollege.edu
• Mercedes Santos/Takoma Park - mercedes.santos@montgomerycollege.edu
• Brenda Salas/Rockville - brenda.salas@montgomerycollege.edu

 
7. Can I hire one of the wellness staff as my own personal trainer?

Yes, you can hire one of the wellness staff as your own personal trainer outside the college campus. You will be responsible for the terms and payment of this individual and you enter into this agreement at your own risk. Please note, campus facilities may not be used for your training.

8. Who is eligible to participate in the Wellness Program?

Faculty and staff (with benefits) and their spouses are eligible to participate in the Wellness Program. The program is also open to retirees from Montgomery College and their spouses. Children may not participate in the program.

Part –time Faculty with a full semester assignment may also participate in Wellness offerings. They must pay the cashier at the same rate as current faculty and staff with benefits and provide a paid receipt to HR in order to participate in wellness classes. They must also complete a registration/waiver form and submit it to HR.

9. If I sign up for a wellness class using my EAP money and do not attend at least half the sessions will I have to pay the money back to the college?

Yes, you will have to pay the money back to the college. If you had to drop out of the program due to illness, supporting documentation must be provided to Rowena D’Souza in HR/ Rm 130/Mannakee.