November 9, 2026

We hope you’re taking advantage of all the resources available to help you make informed decisions about your benefits during Open Enrollment (OE). As a reminder please attend one of the following Medical Plan & Non-Medical Plan Changes webinars where we will cover the changes to your medical and non-medical benefits: 

• Thursday, 11/12 - 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. (click to add to calendar)
• Tuesday, 11/17 - 9:30 - 11:00 a.m. (click to add to calendar)

If you are unable to attend, a recording will be available on the HCF YouTube channel starting Nov 18th.

Here's what you need to know:

• Considering a change to your medical plan? We highly recommend attending a webinar or watching the recording. Find the Zoom links above and review the helpful plan information and other resources in the OE Event Flyer.
• Happy with your current plans? If you are satisfied with your current medical plan, you do not need to take any action.
• Flexible Spending Accounts: If you want to continue to enroll in a Health Flexible Spending Account (FSA) or Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account (FSA), you must re-enroll each year during Open Enrollment to ensure the continuation of pre-tax contributions.
• Drop-in Zoom sessions (new!):
  • If you have any questions about medical plans or Open Enrollment, feel free to join a drop-in session anytime during one of two sessions:
    
    • Friday, 11/13 - 9:30-10:30 a.m. (click to add to calendar)
    • Thursday, 11/19 - 1-2 p.m. (click to add to calendar)
• Need help or more information?
  • Visit UCnet Open Enrollment Website for details on all UC benefits, medical plan costs and 2027 plan changes.
  • Visit the UCSB Health Care Facilitator’s webpage
  • Visit the UCSB Benefits webpage
  • Contact the Benefits office via Human Resources Service Now > Employee Services > Benefits
  • Talk to ALEX, your confidential virtual benefits counselor, to help you select the benefits that best fit you and your family. ALEX is able to provide support in both English and Spanish. 
• Need help with Open Enrollment in Spanish?
  • Spanish Language Resources V3 (Spanish Version)

Reminder: Open Enrollment ends Friday, November 20 at 5 p.m. (PST)

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