Retiree Information

Don't forget about your Retiree Life Insurance benefit!

Retirees from Kingsport City Schools who were full-time employees with a minimum of ten years of service have access to a life insurance policy at 25 percent of the value of their final salary. This policy is maintained by Kingsport City Schools as a retirement benefit at no cost to retirees.
 
Please contact Human Resources if you have questions or would like further information at [email protected]
If you need assistance with Edison please call the Benefits Administration Service Center, M-F, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. CT, at 1.800.253.9981 and press option “2” for a retirement representative.
Certified staff hired after July 1, 2014 and employees who are contributing to the State of TN 401k through Empower should create an account by clicking here. You may also contact our region representative Tim Crawford by calling 1.800.922.7772.
Employee who have retirement accounts with TCRS will need to call 1.800.922.7772.
UMR/POMCO
P.O. Box 30541
Salt Lake City, UT 84130
1.888.477.9307
 

Mental Health and Emotional Well-Being Resources

Schedule a visit with a psychiatrist or therapist using secure video-conferencing with one of the resources below.
 
Talkspace Online Therapy: Available for all members with behavioral health benefits
• Download the Talkspace app on your mobile device or visit website here.
• Message a licensed therapist 24/7 – incudes text, audio and/or video messages within the secure app
 
Sanvello: On-demand help with stress, anxiety, and depression.
  • Download the Sanvello app on your mobile device or visit website here.
  • The premium version of the app is available free to all with behavioral health benefits. Register using your Behavioral Health ID card.
 
Preauthorization is required to utilize your Employee Assistance Program. Call 1.855.437.3486 or visit website here to obtain your preauthorization. If you prefer to access services over the phone, telephonic counseling is available as well as face-to-face appointments. Call 1.855.437.3486 for more information.