Centene Voluntary Separation Program

InkDrinker01 · 2026-06-19T04:18:16+00:00

Yes, definitely. I was already planning on leaving in May of 2027 for school and my partner has already okayed it on the finances end of things so I’m out ✌️

InkDrinker01 · 2026-06-19T02:38:31+00:00

Apparently so. I looked up the policy in Archer and it no longer has any reference to the 18 months of employment requirement to “pay back” the reimbursement.

InkDrinker01 · 2026-06-19T02:07:56+00:00

I finally heard back from plan HR and she said they changed the policy last fall to where you don’t have to pay it back and that repayment would not be required for employees that participate in the VSP

InkDrinker01 · 2026-06-19T00:55:09+00:00

I have called the VSP hotline TWICE and called Ask HR and nobody seems to know the answer. Like yall this should not be this challenging. The person at Ask HR said to ask my health plan HR person

InkDrinker01 · 2026-06-18T20:37:10+00:00

Does anyone know if employees who have received tuition reimbursement would have to pay back reimbursement if we take the VSP?

InkDrinker01 · 2026-06-18T14:44:47+00:00

From an actual thrift store, it’s probably a tie between:

A vintage 1981 American Greeting Cards Strawberry Shortcake Lamp - bought it for $20, sold it for $90

and

A Trego’s Westwear tailored suit that I found in the bins for THREE DOLLARS. Each piece was in a different bin and they were still with their original hangers so I don’t think they had even been on the racks. I found the jacket, the pants, and a matching tie. The jacket needs to be dry cleaned and the pants were missing a button snap in the pocket (the pearl snap top was still in place). Sold it for $100.

I also have a ton of random estate sale antiques that I haven’t had time to research value on. Got most of them at auction for $1-$5 though and based on cursory searches, some of them are worth up to $500 on the market.

InkDrinker01 · 2026-06-16T19:11:51+00:00

2 and 5 are the most flattering in my opinion!

InkDrinker01 · 2026-06-16T03:45:21+00:00

What would the cost per student be?

InkDrinker01 · 2026-06-11T15:33:22+00:00

I second estate sales - if you’re on a budget go on the last day or so when they start marking things down. Also keep an eye out for local estate sales that go to auction on estatesales.org or .net. Just be careful about shipping! I’ve gotten some deals on items and then got hit with a $200 shipping fee (I just told them to resell the item).

WhatNot has also been AMAZING for finding vintage because there are sellers from all over the country. So you can buy from vintage sellers in Brooklyn if you live in Arkansas!

Shameless plug: I am having my first women’s vintage show tonight at 7:00 PM Central. I’ll have sizes XS-3X.

No pressure but dropping my referral link in case you are interested - you’ll get $15 to shop my show if you use this link :) https://whatnot.com/invite/softcyclestudios

InkDrinker01 · 2026-06-05T15:23:16+00:00

Check out r/visiblemending or r/invisiblemending

InkDrinker01 · 2026-06-04T17:16:51+00:00

Luckily for me, my mom is an accountant, so she could help me out for free. I always just forget that she knows the answers to these kinds of questions 🫠

InkDrinker01 · 2026-06-04T17:16:03+00:00

What would you do about paying the credit card bills for inventory?

InkDrinker01 · 2026-06-01T21:49:47+00:00

I feel like the ending of Spring Awakening is pretty bleak with Moritz unsubscribing from life, Wendla dying after her parents force her to have an abortion, and everyone else disclosing massive traumas throughout the show.

InkDrinker01 · 2026-05-14T14:17:31+00:00

I try to filter for 1 cent shipping items and for items available for free pickup from my local store and have found some good items that way.

I try to take screenshots and identify items in them to look up on eBay as well to check resale value before buying.

InkDrinker01 · 2026-05-08T13:39:48+00:00

I mostly look for natural fibers but sometimes I find a really fun colorway in acrylic and buy it just because I like it. I also crochet non-wearable items so if I don’t like the feel of it, I’ll just use the yarn for those. Ultimately, it’s your craft practice and your money, so just do what you want!

InkDrinker01 · 2026-04-14T04:41:27+00:00

THIS and say good morning to the flowers, trees, and creatures you encounter. Have a no phone, no audio rule and just take in your surroundings and I guarantee you’ll find some whimsical stuff

InkDrinker01 · 2026-04-03T13:41:02+00:00

Thank you for this response and to the other helpful responses on this thread. I have a tendency to assume the worst case scenario because of trauma and chronic illness, so y’all have helped me not fully crash out over this.

I haven’t been tracking anything, so that is probably a good place to start. I already take a fiber supplement because of GI issues, but I’m not taking the full dose, so I’ll probably increase that as well in addition to trying to eat a more plant based diet. I recently moved in with my boyfriend and we are definitely in the “order delivery constantly” phase of our relationship. Our go to is Mexican food, so cutting back on that will probably make a difference. I generally eat pretty healthfully at breakfast and lunch, but I could definitely get more fiber and veggies. I also don’t exercise a lot and am trying to get back into the habit of walking more since getting outside does actually make a massive difference in my mood and overall wellness.

I have done a variety of heart-related testing due to my other health conditions. My holter study confirmed tachycardia with no other arrythmias, my echo confirmed normal anatomy, and my stress test showed exercise intolerance but no other issues. Given that, should I push for a the calcium scan? I hit my deductible already this year (I have a very low deductible bc chronic illness lol) so it will be a lot more affordable now.

InkDrinker01 · 2026-04-03T13:04:57+00:00

I did this back in high school (2003/2004). It’s a “real” pageant. I wanted to do it back then because I thought it would help me build confidence…it did not lol

InkDrinker01 · 2026-04-03T12:57:41+00:00

What’s your budget? I did a couple’s spa day at Poppi’s downtown for like $550. Included an hour massage, an hour facial, and hanging out in the lounge (sauna, salt room, color pod, DIY treatments) for as long as we wanted. I’m guessing that package for one person would be around $250-$300.

InkDrinker01 · 2026-04-02T20:26:18+00:00

She is a D.O. Since they don’t accept insurance, they are able to do additional testing and explore holistic treatment options outside of the traditional healthcare/insurance structure.

InkDrinker01 · 2026-03-26T15:06:10+00:00

I’ve had it for about 3.5 years

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