Welcome to DCHR's Employee Wellness Webinar Series
At DCHR, we prioritize your well-being and work-life balance. We're excited to offer you a diverse range of wellness courses to help you take care of yourself and your loved ones. Our wellness program includes everything from invigorating fitness classes to calming meditation sessions, from informative health seminars to simple cooking demonstrations, and so much more.
Never Skip a Beat DC! Discover the perfect wellness webinars and resources designed to empower you to create a healthier, more balanced lifestyle. Your well-being matters to us, and we're here to support your journey to a healthier, happier you.
All wellness webinars and resources are available exclusively to you, as a DC Government employee, and your family.
APRIL HEALTH OBSERVANCES
Spring Forward with Stress Management and DC in Bloom Events
Spring is here, and it's the perfect time to de-stress and bloom with DC! April is Stress Awareness Month, and we're here to help you manage stress with our monthly wellness webinars and resources. Tune in for expert tips on stress relief and self-care.
DC is also in full bloom with the iconic cherry blossoms! Don’t miss out on the vibrant community events this season – from lively festivals to spring-inspired dining experiences, and so much more! Let's spring forward together!
Join us and make wellness a top priority—register for the webinars below!
April Wellness Webinars
Please Note: Registration is required to attend most of the webinars and receive a calendar reminder.
Mindful Mondays
Kickstart your week with our Mindful Mondays meditation classes to help you foster presence, sharpen focus, and lessen emotional reactivity. These sessions are designed to fortify your resilience against stress, heighten self-awareness, nurture healthier relationships, and ultimately elevate your quality of life.
30-Minute Meditation Series: Stress Less!
Live Sessions Every Monday and Wednesday
11:30 am - 12:00 pm EST
Start your week with our Monday meditation classes to help you sharpen your focus, and get ready for the days ahead. Meditations are inspired to give your mind a little rest to rejuvenate and recharge.
Each 30-minute meditation helps relax the entire body, including the brain, the nervous system, and the heart’s blood pressure. Gentle slow breaths also nurture the immune system and lower rates of anxiety and depression.
April Meditation Focus – Stress
- Apr 2 Meditation: Stress Less! Releasing from the Head and Neck!
- Apr 7 – 9 Meditation: Stress Less – Shoulder the Positive!
- Apr 14 – 16 Meditation: Stress Less – Solar Plexus Radiance!
- Apr 21 – 23 Meditation: Stress Less! Easy to Digest!
- Apr 28 – 30 Meditation: Stress Less! Back Yourself Up!
Download Teams | Join on the web
Monday Live Sessions:
Meeting ID: 246 441 756 181
Passcode: Xo7Da2cv
Wednesday Live Sessions:
Meeting ID: 248 115 637 140
Passcode: PX948Wt7
Build a Routine! Occurs every Monday and Wednesday
Thoughtful Tuesdays and Thursdays Series
The Thoughtful Tuesdays and Thursdays Series offers a dedicated space each week to delve into various aspects of mental well-being. The series strives to explore diverse mental health topics, raise awareness, and offer coping strategies, self-care insights, and community support.
Mental Health & Emotional Well-being
Live Session: Tuesday, April 15, 2025
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST
Taking care of your mental health is just as important as taking care of your physical health. This presentation will focus on mental health and emotional well-being, specifically, we will define mental health and cover interesting facts about emotional well-being. We will also discuss the signs and symptoms of changes in mental health and discuss ways to manage your mental health.
Laughter is Medicine
Live Session: Thursday, April 17, 2025
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm EST
Life is better when you’re laughing! This presentation will explain the importance and power of laughter while providing you with ways to incorporate laughter into your daily life. We will also review the health benefits of laughter.
Well-being Wednesdays Series
Explore wellness every Wednesday. Join us for our Well-being Wednesdays Series, featuring informative sessions, expert-led discussions, and activities aligned with our monthly themes. Elevate your well-being every Wednesday and take a step toward a healthier, happier you.
Clutter to Clarity: Organizational Skills for Better Living
Available On-Demand Starting April 15
Watch the recorded webinar anytime, anywhere, at your convenience!
Explore how mastering organizational skills can transform your daily life by boosting efficiency, reducing stress, and creating more mental space.
Financial Literacy Friday
Finish the month strong with Financial Literacy Fridays. Join our monthly Financially Fit DC at Work webinars for practical insights and expert strategies to shape a brighter financial future.
Financially Fit DC at Work Presents Investing 102
Live Session: Friday, April 25, 2025
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. EST
April is Financial Literacy Month! Gain credible insights on different investment products and ways to protect yourself as an investor.
OBJECTIVES:
- Gain Expert Insights on Investor Products and Protections – DC Government employees will learn from subject matter experts about traditional and non-traditional investment products and how to behave as wise investors.
- Interactive Q&A and Actionable Strategies – Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions during the live session, connect with subject matter experts, and learn how to be more confident in investing.
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