Month: December 2025

What is the WITT pledge?

WITT means “We’re in This Together.” When it comes to health and well-being, we all have a role to play. Costco’s role is to provide broad and affordable benefits to ensure you can get the right care and support. Your role as an employee is to get to know your available benefits and use them wisely.

The WITT pledge is the easiest way to connect to all your Costco benefits. Here’s how it works:

Take the WITT pledge

Make the most  of your benefits

Use them to feel and be your best

Explore benefits resources

Bookmark WITTpledge.com for interactive guides

Watch for monthly articles, videos & podcasts

Know what’s available to  support you and your family

What am I pledging to do?

You’re pledging to learn how your benefits can support every part of your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being — and all the info lives on WITTpledge.com.

Physical well-being

Get free preventive care plus support for gut health, sleep, nutrition and more

Emotional well-being

Manage your mental health, stress, anxiety and life’s challenges

Financial well-being

Find employee discounts plus tools to help you budget, save and plan

Social well-being

Build healthy relationships at home, school, work and in the community

What can I find on WITTpledge.com that’s not on Costcobenefits.com?

On WITTpledge.com, you’ll find the:

Monthly benefits focus page with new content and featured resources

Benefits & resources page for links to Benefits Guides, Women’s and Men’s Health Guides, and Quick Reference Guides

Podcasts page to hear personal stories on how employees used their benefits to overcome health and well-being challenges

Manager toolkit for leaders to access benefits flyers, presentation slides for All-Hands meetings, Resources for Living^® manager resources, Quick Reference Guides and other helpful links

Bookmark and browse the site to see all that’s available.

What can I expect each month?

There’s a lot to look forward to! Here are the WITT topics for the year ahead. Leaders, use this list as a roadmap to support benefits at your location.

January

Pledge to make the most of your benefits

February

Preventive care and heart health

March

Nutrition, gut and weight health

April

Financial and legal benefits

May

Mental health and sleep support

June

Women’s and men’s health

July

Alcohol, nicotine and prescription medication support

August

Maternity, family and leave benefits

September

Suicide prevention and joint and muscle health

October

Dental and vision checkups

November

Annual Enrollment

December

Virtual care

WITT by the numbers

97,486 Costco employees and their family members took the WITT pledge in 2025.
Those who take the pledge better understand the benefits of preventive care. They’re more likely to have a PCP who knows their health history and can help spot issues early.
Employees who have a PCP are 19% less likely to end up in the ER.
Pledgers are also more likely to enroll in programs like Omada — and 90% of employees who use Omada virtual physical therapy report a reduction in pain.

My spouse or domestic partner wants to know about our benefits. Can they pledge?

Yes! You can check the box to include them when you take the pledge, or share the link to WITTpledge.com so they can pledge too.

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Recipes

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JANUARY 2026

6 easy rotisserie chicken meals

Balancing a busy schedule and a balanced diet on a budget can be tricky. But there’s a solution right in the warehouse. Pick up a Kirkland Signature rotisserie chicken and feed yourself and your family all week.

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If you’re enrolled in the Costco medical plan:

Chicken salad wraps

Shred the chicken and mix with mayo, celery and a little mustard. Wrap in a tortilla with lettuce for a grab-and-go meal.

Chicken soup

Simmer chicken with broth, noodles or rice, carrots and celery for a comforting, hearty soup that’s ready in minutes.

BBQ chicken sandwiches

Mix shredded chicken with barbecue sauce, pile onto buns, and top with coleslaw for a sweet and tangy meal.

Chicken quesadillas

Layer chicken, cheese and salsa between tortillas. Cook in a skillet until crispy and serve with sour cream or guacamole.

Chicken and veggie stir-fry

Slice chicken and toss with mixed vegetables in a skillet. Add soy sauce and serve over rice for a fast, healthy dinner.

Easy Thai chicken veggie bowl

Difficulty: Easy

Prep Time: 5 min

Serves: 1

Here’s another take on chicken and veggies. Meal prep all the ingredients for this bowl ahead of time and you can pull this easy lunch or dinner together in a flash. Recipe adapted from WeightWatchers.

Ingredients:

2 tbsp. Thai peanut sauce

2 tsp. fresh lime juice

1 cup broccoli slaw

1/2 cup rotisserie chicken, shredded

1/2 cup shelled edamame

1/2 cup cooked sweet potato, cubed

Directions:

Step 1

In a medium bowl, whisk together the peanut sauce and lime juice.

Step 2

Then add the broccoli slaw and chicken to the bowl. Toss to coat.

Step 3

In a shallow bowl, arrange the edamame and sweet potatoes.

Step 4

Top the edamame and sweet potatoes with the chicken mixture, then serve and enjoy!

Nutrition facts

Need more healthy meal ideas?

If you’re enrolled in the Aetna^® medical plan, you can work with a registered dietitian through the Live Healthy Team. They can offer guidance on meal planning, nutrition and weight management. To get started, call the Live Healthy Team at 800-814-3543, Monday–Friday, 7 am–7 pm CT.

Source: WeightWatchers

Looking for even more healthy recipes? With the WeightWatchers program and app, you can lose weight, eat healthier, move more and develop a more positive mindset. Costco employees can join now for as low as $9 per month, and spouses/domestic partners and dependents can join for as low as $14.50 each per month. Participants must be age 18 or older to join. Sign up at WW.com/Costco or call 866-204-2885.

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JANUARY 2026

Your new benefits are live — take a look

During Annual Enrollment, we shared the changes for 2026. Now it’s time to get to know them better — like more counseling sessions through Resources for Living^® (RFL^®) and a bigger allowance for prescription eyewear.

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Here’s what’s new for this year

Get more free counseling sessions. You now have 8 free sessions per issue, per year through RFL^®, up from 6. Use your sessions with in-person, virtual or chat therapy. Sessions can be used for individual, family or couples counseling.
Enjoy a bigger vision hardware allowance. The annual allowance for prescribed glasses and contacts increased from $175 to $200. Remember: These funds need to be used by the end of each year.
Earn a $50 credit for an in-network dental cleaning. You and your enrolled family members can each earn a $50 credit toward your medical deductible and coinsurance when you get your first in-network dental cleaning each year.
Sleep better with GEM Sleep’s sleep apnea support. If you’re enrolled in the Aetna^® medical plan, you can use GEM Sleep through Sleepio to get a diagnosis from home. Plus, get treatment options based on your evaluation. GEM Sleep is available to mainland employees only.
Watch the mail for your new Navitus pharmacy ID card. Your coverage is still the same, but Navitus Health Solutions replaced Costco Health Solutions as your pharmacy benefits administrator. You can use your new pharmacy card at any network pharmacy. You can also use your employee ID to fill prescriptions at a Costco Pharmacy. Navitus is for mainland and Hawaii employees only.

Know before you go — ER visits cost more in 2026

The copay for an emergency room (ER) visit on the Aetna medical plan is now $200 (up from $150). Deductible and coinsurance still apply. If it’s not a true emergency, you have other options for care, such as urgent care and 98point6 virtual care for a $0 copay. For all the changes, check your 2026 Benefit Plan Changes booklet.

Watch the Benefits Changes video

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JANUARY 2026

Benefits employees asked to learn more about

Your benefits aren’t just for checkups and health concerns. They’re here to support your health, your family and your peace of mind — no matter what life brings. We’ve heard your feedback — here are some of the benefits employees have asked to learn more about.

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Get help for aches and pains

Working at Costco can be physically demanding. Your benefits can help.

Explore virtual physical therapy from Omada for joint and muscle pain.
Get chiropractic care, acupuncture and massage therapy services for employees enrolled in a Costco medical plan.
– Need help finding an in-network provider? Have questions about visit limits, claims or coverage?
– Download the Aetna Health^℠ app, use the Aetna Chat feature or call your Aetna Health Concierge at 800-814-3543 (TTY: 711).
Join a gym and take advantage of discounted gym memberships from LifeMart to keep your body and mind strong.

Improve your sleep

Sleepio can help you clear your mind and get better sleep in just 6 weeks. Also available through Sleepio, GEM Sleep makes it easy to get a sleep apnea diagnosis and treatment from home. Your medical plan benefits apply. GEM Sleep is available to mainland employees only.

Make a will and file your taxes for free

With SmartDollar^®, you have access to Mama Bear Legal Forms to help you make a will or trust for free. You can also file your taxes for free with Ramsey SmartTax^®. Plus, work with a financial coach to pay off debt, save and be more intentional with money.

Find support for life’s challenges

Whether you need help managing bills, finding childcare or elder care, or managing stress — your benefits are here for you. From childcare solutions to mental health support for tough situations, Resources for Living^® (RFL^®) can help. All members of your household can also use RFL, including children up to age 26 whether they live at home or not. Services are free and confidential.

Complete the 2026 Benefits Survey by January 31

Tell us what you value most about your Costco benefits. Take this short survey at Costcobenefits.com.

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JANUARY 2026

Get free tax filing, gym discounts and more

Is one of your resolutions to make the most of your money? If so, your benefits can help. Learn ways to grow your money with the help of free resources available to all Costco employees.

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Ways to get started

One tool to help you reach your financial goals faster is SmartDollar^®. It’s an online, self-paced personal finance program to help you get out of debt, save and invest for the future. You’ll get budgeting tools, helpful videos and free financial coaching. You can also:

Create a legally binding will online for free with Mama Bear Legal Forms
Map out a budget and build your emergency fund with the EveryDollar budgeting app
Get answers to money questions with SmartDollar AI

File your taxes online for free with Ramsey SmartTax® from SmartDollar

SmartTax makes it easier to file your federal and state taxes online — and it’s now available to you through SmartDollar at no cost to you. Get your taxes done early so you can get your refund as fast as possible.

Save on gym memberships, childcare and support for the day-to-day

Find discounts and savings where possible. Your benefits also include LifeMart, an online employee discount center that offers savings on gym memberships, virtual fitness programs and childcare to all Costco employees. Childcare discounts aren’t available in Puerto Rico.

Need support for daily life? Resources for Living^® (RFL^®) Worklife can guide you to vetted local community services. They can research childcare, elder care and pet care options. They can also identify or locate community resources, including those for rent, transportation, water and electricity, food and more.

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JANUARY 2026

What’s WITT all about?

WITT means “We’re in This Together.” When it comes to your health and well-being, we all have a role to play. At Costco, we’re committed to taking care of employees. That’s why we offer benefits to help you get the support and care you need at the right time. Your role is to get to know your benefits and use them wisely — WITT can help.

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Here’s how WITT works

Take the WITT pledge at WITTpledge.com — It only takes a minute to sign up! Include your spouse or domestic partner so they can stay informed too.

Reminder:

After you pledge, take the 2026 Benefits Survey to share what you value most about your benefits. The deadline to complete it is January 31.

Watch for monthly WITT emails — You’ll get articles, videos and podcasts sent straight to your inbox. (Check other folders if they’re not in your main inbox.) See a sneak peek of this year’s WITT topics below.

Bookmark and explore WITTpledge.com — It’s your home for benefits resources that support your health and well-being. Browse anytime to see all that’s available to you and your family. See what you’ll find below.

Hear how other employees used their benefits — Check out past podcasts for personal stories on how employees overcame health challenges with the support of their benefits.

Why should I take the WITT pledge?

The WITT pledge connects you to your benefits so you can learn what’s available and use them to feel and be your best. It’s the best way to stay informed on all the benefits Costco offers to support your:

Physical well-being — Find preventive care and support for gut health, sleep, nutrition, exercise and more.

Emotional well-being — Manage your mental health, stress, anxiety and all of life’s challenges, including 8 free counseling sessions per issue, per year.

Financial well-being — Budget and save, reduce debt and plan for retirement.

Social well-being — Build healthy relationships at home, school, work and in the community.

Find what you need at WITTpledge.com

Your benefits are designed to support the health and physical, emotional, financial and social well-being of you and your family. Whether you want quick tips or a deep dive, there are plenty of ways to explore what’s available.

Bookmark the Benefits & resources page to browse benefits info anytime. You might be surprised by what you find that’s just right for you!