OakFit Well-Being & Employee Assistance Programs

OakFit empowers Oakland County employees, retirees, and their dependents to take charge of their health and well‑being.

Our mission is to enhance quality of life, boost productivity, and support long‑term wellness for our entire community. We offer year‑round activities for all fitness levels, including group fitness classes, walking challenges, 5K training programs, and wellness workshops, designed to help you feel your best every day.

Current employees, click here to access your OakFit benefits.

OakFit Program Goals

Build countywide awareness
Encourage participation from all employees
Engage employees in improving overall health
Track and measure improvement efforts in order to reduce long term health care costs

Health Incentive

Oakland County invites all employees to participate in our health screening program whether you have county insurance or not. To participate, employees will need to schedule and attend their yearly well-being visit with their primary care physician and complete their online health assessment through BCBSM between January 1 - December 31. Incentives range from $100-200, depending on your bargaining unit.

Well-being at Work

Physical Well-being

Employee Immunization Program

The Employee Immunization Program offers convenient, no-cost vaccinations for full- and part-time employees at any Oakland County Health Department location or outreach clinic providing private-inventory vaccines. By presenting a county ID and medical insurance card, employees can receive a wide range of immunizations, including regular Flu, Fluad (high dose for 65+), COVID (Moderna), Pneumonia, Hep A, Hep B, Shingrix, and Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Pertussis). It’s an easy way to stay protected and up to date on essential vaccines.

Fit It In

OakFit has entered into a cooperative arrangement with Waterford Schools. Join the Waterford School District Pool & Fitness Centers at employee rates! Manage your health by enjoying the pools and/or fitness centers at Mott High School. All Oakland County Employees who are employed part-time or full time are eligible to receive these special rates.

Workout/swim before work (weekdays beginning at 5:30 a.m.), during your lunch hour, or after work (weekdays until 8:30 pm).

Fitness Classes

Hinge Health

Hinge Health is a virtual musculoskeletal (MSK) care program available to eligible employees to help prevent and manage joint, muscle, and back pain. Through personalized exercise therapy, health coaching, and digital support, participants can build strength, reduce pain, and improve mobility, all from the convenience of home. Hinge Health makes it easier to stay active, recover from discomfort, and support long-term physical well-being with flexible, on-demand care.

WeightWatchers

Emotional Well-Being

Employee Assistance Program & Mental Health Resources

Oakland County employees have access to a variety of confidential mental health and well-being supports. Through Optum Employee Assistance Program (EAP), employees and their families can receive counseling and resources for personal or work-related challenges. The Calm App is also available at no cost to support stress management, sleep, and mindfulness. In addition, Teladoc Health provides access to licensed therapists with convenient virtual care options, including evening and weekend appointments, making it easier to get support when it’s needed most.

Spiritual Well-Being

Quiet Rooms

Quiet Rooms are available in Oakland County buildings to provide employees with calm, private spaces to pause and recharge during the workday. These serene areas can be used for nursing mothers to express milk, as well as for meditation, prayer, managing headaches, taking medication, or simply stepping away to gather thoughts. Designed to support stress reduction and mindfulness, Quiet Rooms help improve focus, well-being, and work-life balance by offering a distraction-free environment for short restorative breaks. Access is available to employees with building entry in these locations.

Intellectual Well-Being

Monthly Lunch ’n’ Learns

Our monthly Lunch ’n’ Learns offers employees practical insights and tips across all eight dimensions of well-being. Most sessions are held virtually for easy access, while select topics are offered in person to provide hands-on learning and real-time engagement. Each month brings a new focus, giving employees regular opportunities to learn, grow, and support their overall well-being during the lunch hour.

Well-Read Minds Book Club

The OakFit Well-Read Minds Book Club brings employees together every other month for a virtual conversation around a book selected by our Book Selection Guest, an employee who chooses the featured read. Employees can simply sign up if the book interests them, then join a relaxed virtual discussion with the guest and fellow readers. It’s an easy, inclusive way to connect, learn, and unwind through the power of a good book.

Events & Programs

Employee Market Day

Employee Market Day brings fresh, local produce to the on-campus Oakland County Farmers Market, giving staff an easy way to support healthy eating. Each employee receives a $5 coupon to spend on fruits and vegetables of their choice, making it simple and affordable to bring home something fresh. Employees are able to enjoy seasonal selections, meet local growers, and make healthy eating part of their day!

Health & Well-Being Fair

Our Annual Health & Well-Being Fair is OakFit’s largest event of the year, bringing together a wide range of vendors, wellness partners, and county resources for a one-stop experience. Held each fall, the fair gives employees the chance to explore programs, meet experts, and learn about upcoming benefits for the new year. It’s an engaging and informative event designed to help employees make confident, informed choices about their health and well-being.

Virtual 5K Training Program

Our fall Virtual 5K Training program helps employees build confidence and endurance at their own pace, whether they’re new to running or getting back into a routine. Participants receive weekly guidance and training tips designed to gradually prepare them for a 5K. With flexible, self-paced workouts and virtual support throughout the program, it’s an accessible way to stay motivated and reach your fitness goals!

Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources

We’re striving to create a workplace culture that promotes mental health and overall well-being, by equipping employees and their family members with a comprehensive variety of advocacy, resources, and support at no cost to them.

Employee Assistance Program

Optum is our Employee Assistance Program provider making the below resources available for you and your family.

Optum Phone Number: 1-866-248-4096
Website: liveandworkwell.com
Access Code: Oakgov

Step by Step Member Instructions

Support Available

Mental Health Sessions
Life Coaching
Financial Consultation
Legal Consultation
Personal Assistant
Work-Life Resources and Referrals
Medical Advocacy/Chronic Condition Support
Employees and their immediate family members are eligible to use our Employee Assistance Program.

You can also talk to an Emotional Wellbeing Specialist 24/7 at 866-248-4096

Additional Mental Health Resources

For information regarding mental health benefits available within our medical benefit plans, please click here.

The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 for anyone experiencing behavioral health-related distress, emotional distress, or seeking assistance for a loved one. You can reach them by calling or texting 988.

If you have a life threatening emergency, please contact 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.

Resources

Ask a Nurse/Health Coaching

Cancer Education

Maps & Trails

Mental Health Resources

For information regarding mental health benefits available within our medical benefit plans, please click here.

The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7 for anyone experiencing behavioral health-related distress, emotional distress, or seeking assistance for a loved one. You can reach them by calling or texting 988.

If you have a life threatening emergency, please contact 911 or go to your nearest emergency room.

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