The fitness centers are open!  If you previously had access then your badge should already be activated. If, however, your badge isn’t working OR you are new to wanting access to the fitness centers, click the Gym Access Request links below.

Please note: Retirees and spouses are eligible for fitness center access only if they are enrolled in the Sarasota County Aetna medical insurance plan.

Gym Access Request Form - Employee

Gym Access Request Form - Spouse

Gym Access Request Form - Retiree

The DELI (Diabetes Education and Lifestyle Improvement) Program offers education on all aspects of diabetes. Help with nutrition, lifestyle coaching, blood sugar management and prevention of complications. Our goal is to help you manage your diabetes and enhance your quality of life.

The DELI Program offers the following valuable benefits:

1. Free diabetes medication (waving of the copay for qualified medications).*
2. Free blood sugar monitor and testing supplies for qualified supplies.*
3. Free unlimited access to 1:1 coaching with a Registered Dietitian.
4. Free continuous blood glucose monitor and pump supplies.*

* Applicable to diabetes medications and supplies covered on the prescription formulary and/or medical plan coverage only. The ability to waive copays or costs of non-formulary medications and supplies is not guaranteed.

 You can join the DELI Program if:

1. You are an employee diagnosed with prediabetes or diabetes and, on our county's medical insurance plan.
2. You are a spouse or dependent(16 years or older) diagnosed with prediabetes or diabetes and covered by the county's medical insurance plan.
3. Note: Retirees and employees not on a county medical insurance plan are not eligible for copay waiver but are eligible to receive free 1:1 coaching with a Registered Dietitian.

How to Get Started:

Contact Jennifer Hellmich, RD, LD at 941-861-5239 or jhellmich@scgov.net to make an appointment, request start up forms or for additional information:

Interested in expanding your knowledge on various health-related topics?
Classes include such topics as:

• Assortment of nutrition classes
• Stress Reduction classes and much more.

If you are a retiree or spouse of an employee, you may be eligible to take some classes.

Contact Haley Swanson at hswanson@scgov.net or 941-363-6282 for further details. All resources available can be found on the Employee Wellness Website.

Over time, high levels of stress lead to serious health problems. You don't have to wait until stress has a negative impact on your health. You can begin practicing some simple but effective stress relief tools right now.   

With these practical and powerful techniques, you can take control of your stress and limit detrimental effects. You can learn ways to increase your state of ease, levels of well-being, and ability to bounce back from challenging situations!

Stress-Relief Programs for employees: 

HeartMath: Resilience Advantage

The HeartMath® system of stress reduction techniques and heart rhythm monitoring technology are unlike other approaches to stress reduction. HeartMath's scientifically validated programs build on research into the heart-brain communication system, teaching users how to optimize the physiological processes that underpin health, well-being and high performance.

Mindfulness Practice Sessions

Mindfulness means maintaining a moment-by-moment awareness of our thoughts, feelings, bodily sensations, and surrounding environment. These engaging classes will teach you simple Mindfulness techniques that will leave you energized and focused – both at work and at home.

On-Site Stress Relief/Resiliency Training for SCG Teams

The Wellness team is pleased to come to your staff meetings, All Hands Meetings, staff retreat or planning days. We offer individualized programs tailored to the needs of your group. Presentations range from 15 minutes to day-long programs and are ongoing. To schedule, contact Haley Swanson at 941-363-6282 or email at hswanson@scgov.net. 

Acupuncture/Chiropractic Services

Both are covered on our SCG Medical Insurance.

With the new Resources for Living – EAP you will have access to an expanded network of providers, 24/7 access (call-in), and unlimited issues (6 sessions/issue) available to household members and children up to 26 whether they live at home or not. 

How do I connect and work with a counselor?
1. Call 1-888-238-6232 or go to resourcesforliving.com 
     a. Username: sarasota
     b. Password: eap
2. Complete a short questionnaire. 
3. Choose a therapist. 
4. Connect with a counselor in-person, virtually (televideo) or with text.

View a quick guide on how to access the new Resources for Living – EAP. 

Sarasota County Government has teamed up with Tobacco Free Florida to provide you with all the resources you need to quit. Participate in an individualized smoking cessation program and choose which FREE and EASY option is best for you: 

1. Talk to a Quit Coach over the phone 1-877-822-6669. Available 24/7
2. Online Web Coach  
3. Face-to-face classes can be found at: www.ahectobacco.com