California Schools VEBA (VEBA) offers robust member resources on-demand, virtually, in-person, and onsite. We provide a safe, confidential space for members to access a diverse array of personalized holistic health and wellness services and programs tailored to support a healthy, balanced life.
VEBA Advocacy
CUSD provides free health advocacy support to all CUSD health plan members through VEBA Advocacy. This benefit can help when you:
Experience an issue with a doctor or insurance company
Need help getting a referral or second option
Have quality of care or other escalated issues
To learn more:
Contact VEBA Advocacy by calling (888) 276-0250, option 2 (leave a message if no one answers, they will return your call)
All CUSD medical plan members have access to VEBA emotional wellbeing resources, including:
VEBA Care Advocate
VEBA Optum Emotional Wellbeing Support
Talkspace
Psych Centers of San Diego
Live classes, from yoga, to cooking, to meditation (learn more at https://vebaresourcecenter.com/calendar)
VEBA Care Advocate
Create a wellness plan for yourself with a free appointment with a holistic nurse Care Navigator. Your plan will be customized for you based on your unique story, values and experiences. Together with your Care Navigator, you’ll create a tailored plan designed to create the best version of you. Care Navigation includes:
An integrated health and well-being assessment
A tailored care plan for your overall health and well-being
Guidance to find appropriate resources
Motivation support and encouragement to help overcome obstacles
Follow-up appointments (phone, virtual or in-person) to monitor your progress
VEBA Optum Emotional Wellbeing Solutions
The Optum Emotional Wellbeing Solutions provides you and your household members with a wide range of free, 24/7, confidential assistance to help with issues. Services include:
Online programs to help you become more resilient
Access to quick and confidential help from legal and financial experts, including free initial sessions and discounts for additional sessions
24/7 phone consultations with licensed mental health professionals and referrals to supportive resources
Up to five face-to-face (in-person or virtual) counseling sessions per issue per year for you and your household members
The Optum Emotional Wellbeing Solutions can help within many areas, such as:
Stress, anxiety or depression
Relationship issues
Grief and loss
Substance abuse
Medication questions
Childcare, elder care, and pet care resources and referrals
Legal assistance
Identity theft
Financial services and referrals
And more!
LiveandWorkWell
LiveandWorkWell is a resource available through VEBA for our benefit-eligible employees. It can help you find the tools you need to face everything life may hand you.
Resources for Your Four Legged Friends
Contact Information
VEBA Advocacy
Phone: (888) 276-0250 option 2
Email: advocacy@vebaonline.com
Website: https://www.vebaonline.com/contact
Phone: (619) 398-4220
Address: 1843 Hotel Cir S Suite 100
San Diego, CA 92108
Phone: (619) 398-4220
Address: 6183 Paseo Del Norte Suite 100 San Diego, CA 92011