
GROUP LIFE ASSURANCE
Included in your company's benefit package is the Group Life Assurance scheme, which is administered by Aviva. This scheme enables your employer to provide a tax-free lump sum benefit to your loved ones in the unfortunate event of your death. CDS has arranged to base this lump sum on a multiple of your salary, ensuring that your family & friends are taken care of financially during such a difficult time. Please note, that there are eligibility criteria for this benefit. Please check with your HR department for further details.
We understand the importance of ensuring that your benefit goes to the people you hold dear. To make this process more seamless, we kindly request that you complete a beneficiary nomination form. This form will serve as a crucial document, allowing Aviva to determine who should receive your benefit in the event of your death. It is essential to keep this form updated as any changes in your circumstances occur. Please complete the form and return it to your HR department for safe keeping.
We kindly remind you that separate nomination forms need to be completed for both your Group Personal Pension and Group Life Assurance scheme to ensure that your wishes are properly addressed. You'll find the appropriate nomination form in respect of your Group Personal Pension on the previous page, or you can complete it via your account through your Scottish Widows account login.
As a member of the Group Life Assurance Scheme, you have access to additional benefits free of charge with Aviva. These benefits include:
- Aviva DigiCare+ Workplace App – 5 key services to help insured employee detect, manage and prevent physical and mental health problems. These are an annual health check, Digital GP, Second Medical Opinion, Mental Health consultations and Nutritional Consultations. App is provided by Square Health. Use of services may be limited and depends if your employer has registered for these services.
- Red Apple Law Legal Services – Free and Discounted legal services
- Stress Helpline – a 24/7 helpline for 16+, talk to trained counsellors
- Get Active – discounts at over 3,000 health and fitness clubs, products and services
- Bereavement Helpline – Gives insured employees practical and emotional support from qualified bereavement counsellors
- Aviva Mental Health videos – help employees manage their mental wellbeing on an array of topics. Available via the website
To find out more about the benefits and how to access them, visit your Aviva Hub by clicking here.
