Teens
The teen years bring big changes — physically, emotionally, socially. Your benefits are built to support your teen's health and development, and your peace of mind as a parent.
Review the 2027 Benefits eGuide for complete plan details.
Tough Teens Talk It Out
Available 24/7, get free, confidential support through Magellan Healthcare for the emotional and family challenges of raising a teen, whether or not you’re enrolled in an Office Depot medical plan.
You and every household member get five free in-person or virtual counseling sessions per issue per year, including:
- Social and performance anxiety, and depression
- Academic pressure, stress, and emotional well-being
- Conflicts at school or home, and more
Guidance & Care for Growing Teens
The teen years often bring new challenges. Caregiver Services through LegalEASE helps families find tutors, educational resources, disability and neurodiversity support, and guidance for parenting challenges. It also connects families with vetted providers for occasional care or household help.
Maven Parenting & Pediatrics
Parenting a teenager brings its own questions — school pressure, social media, driving, college decisions, and more. Maven Parenting and Pediatrics connects you with:
- Expert Support for Teen Parenting — Access behavioral health professionals, parenting experts, and adolescent‑development specialists.
- On‑Demand Guidance — Help with communication struggles, screen‑time boundaries, mental health concerns, school pressure, driving, and big milestones.
- Support for You, Too — Resources to manage your own stress while navigating the teen years.
- No‑Cost Access — Available anytime for all BCBSTX medical plan participants and their household members.
Teen Health & Smiles
Wellness Tune‑Ups
BCBSTX medical plans include comprehensive:
- No-Cost Preventive Care — Annual wellness visits, immunizations, school and sports physicals, and recommended screenings are covered in‑network.
- Age‑Appropriate Guidance — During these appointments, teens get support on nutrition, mental health, development, and overall well‑being — helping them build healthy habits that last into adulthood.
Straight Teeth — Total Glow-Up
Planning for braces? Enroll in the Delta Dental plan With Orthodontics.
Orthodontia is covered at 50%, up to a $1,500 lifetime maximum per person in treatment (Dental With Orthodontics plan only — not covered under the Dental No Orthodontics plan).
- Preventive (exams, cleanings, X-rays) is covered at 100% and includes two cleanings a year on both plans
- Basic services (fillings, extractions) are covered at 80% (With Orthodontics) or 90% (No Orthodontics)
- Annual maximum is $1,500 (With Orthodontics) or $2,000 (No Orthodontics)
Teens Who Track Cash, Stack Cash
Free Consultations through the EAP
Parenting teens comes with big questions — you don’t have to figure it out alone. The EAP, through Magellan Healthcare, offers free, confidential financial and legal consultations for the whole family:
- Money Matters — college savings plans, budgeting, saving, and smart spending
- Legal Guidance — online safety, traffic issues, identity theft, family law, and contract reviews
Help your teens build smart money habits — perfect for saving for college or a car, or for managing their first paycheck.
Smart Savings
Together, these programs help families stay organized, stock up, and manage teen life without overspending.
- PerkSpot Discounts — Savings on teen essentials like electronics, travel, apparel, education, entertainment, laptops, school supplies, sports gear, tutoring, and family activities.
- Office Depot OfficeMax Coworker Rewards Program — Discounts on supplies, furniture, printing, tech, and organizational items for school projects, study spaces, and college prep.
- Office Depot OfficeMax Coworker Merchandise Discount — Savings on computers, tech accessories, furniture, and everyday items to outfit study spaces and support teen routines.
Legal Support for Everyday Family Needs
As teens gain independence, legal questions can become more common. The LegalEASE plan covers attorney support for issues like traffic matters, juvenile defense, bullying or discrimination concerns, guardianship updates, and reviewing school or activity agreements. It also includes estate planning and general legal support for family needs.
An Attorney in the Passenger Seat
The LegalEASE plan includes TurnSignl, a real‑time legal support service for drivers. As teens begin driving or riding with friends, TurnSignl can provide:
- Real‑time video access to an attorney during traffic stops or accidents.
- Automatic recording and de‑escalation guidance to help keep everyone safe.
- Shared access with up to five family members — ideal for new and experienced teen drivers.
Protecting Your Family's Digital Identity
Teens are active online, making identity and privacy protection essential.
IDShield services:
- Monitors social media, online activity, financial accounts, and personal information.
- Offers family plans that include child monitoring, social feed monitoring, cyberbullying protection, and reputation‑management tools — ideal for teens navigating digital spaces.
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Voya Travel Assistance
Access free 24/7 medical and travel support when your teen is more than 100 miles from home. Includes emergency medical transport, lost‑document help, and travel guidance. Covered automatically through your company‑paid Voya Life Insurance.
