Keep Fit Program
Do you want to learn how to live a healthier life? If you or your child are 10 to 18 years old, you can sign up for our Keep Fit Program and learn, fun, easy ways to stay active and make smart food choice. And it’s at no cost to you! The program offers a 4-week exercise and nutrition class, healthy cooking demos, fun exercises to do at home, quarterly newsletters, assigned health coach and other special activities.
How do I claim my benefit?
Keep Fit programs are in-person, at a variety of venues across our service areas. Registration is available for members by calling Member Services or visiting the Keep Fit website.
How will I receive it?
Upon registration, members will receive a confirmation email providing all pertinent information as class times, locations, and how to take full advantage of all resources available through this program.
Who is eligible?
This benefit is available to all Texas Children’s Health Plan members that are part of the Texas STAR, or CHIP programs. Members should be between 10 and 18 years of age with a BMI of 28 or above.
Is this gift available in my service area?
Gift is available to members in the Harris and Jefferson service areas.
Soccer Clinics, a partnership with the Houston Dynamo
Learn Soccer from The Pros! Are you between the ages of 7 and 12 and love to play soccer? How would you like to learn new skills from professional coaches? Sign up for one of our Houston Dynamo Soccer Skills Clinic! Houston Dynamo coaches will teach you how to be a better soccer player. And you can show off your new skills with other kids your age!
How do I claim my benefit?
This benefit will be promoted on the Texas Children’s Health Plan website, Facebook page, and a post card, inviting members to register for the opportunity to participate in a Dynamo Soccer Clinic. Registration will be available through website or by calling Member Services, and is on a first come, first served basis.
How will I receive it?
Members will receive a confirmation email informing them the time and location for their scheduled clinic.
Who is eligible?
This benefit is available to all Texas Children’s Health Plan members that are part of the Texas STAR, CHIP, or STAR Kids programs. Members would need to be between the ages of 7 and 12 to participate in this program.
Is this gift available in my service area?
Gift is available to members in the Harris service area.
Sports Team Fee Assistance
Texas Children’s Health Plan understands that being part of a sports team can help provide children with special healthcare needs both the physical and emotion support they need. There are sports teams and other extra-curricular activities, like joining a local basketball team, learning to swim, the arts, or even ballet, that use adaptive techniques for boys and girls with physical and development challenges. We will offer access to any sports or physical activity programs available in the member’s area up to $100 per year.
How do I claim my benefit?
The member will join the extra-curricular activity in their area and pay their registration/membership fees to the organization. They will then mail the receipt back to Texas Children’s Health Plan for processing and reimbursement of up to $100.
How will I receive it?
Members will receive a reimbursement check via U.S. Mail
Who is eligible?
This benefit is available to all Texas Children’s Health Plan members that are part of the STAR Kids program. To qualify for this benefit, members should be between the ages of 5 and 21.
Is this gift available in my service area?
Gift is available to all members in all service areas including Harris, Jefferson, and Northeast service area.
Sports / School Physical
Members who have had their Texas Health Steps well-child check-up in the last 12 months will be eligible for one annual sports and school physical delivered by their Primary Care Physician (PCP).
How do I claim my benefit?
The member will schedule a doctor’s appointment with their Primary Care Physician (PCP) requesting the sports or school physical to be completed. They will then follow their PCP’s instruction on readiness and requirements.
How will I receive it?
The physical for the member will be administered by their Primary Care Physician (PCP).
Who is eligible?
This benefit is available to all Texas Children’s Health Plan members that are part of the Texas STAR, CHIP, or STAR Kids programs. To qualify for this benefit, STAR and CHIP members should be between the ages of 5 and 19, and have completed their annual Texas Health Steps Well Child Check. STAR Kids members are eligible for this benefit up to their 21st birthday.
Is this gift available in my service area?
Gift is available to all members in all service areas including Harris, Jefferson, and Northeast service area.