November Employee Wellness Series DC Government Exclusive Webinars and Resources

Welcome to DCHR's Employee Wellness 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.

NOVEMBER HEALTH OBSERVANCES

November is Diabetes Awareness and Great American Smokeout Month

Hello DC! As we dive into the fall season, it's time to embrace the spirit of change and growth! This month, we celebrate Diabetes Awareness Month and the Great American Smokeout Month with an exciting lineup of webinars to ignite your well-being!

Diabetes Awareness Month empowers you to take charge of your health with essential knowledge and prevention strategies to help you thrive in our dynamic city. Join us for inspiring sessions with support and resources to make the change.

Great American Smokeout Month invites you to take a bold step toward a smoke-free life—explore the valuable resources below to help not only yourself but also support someone you care about in their journey to quit smoking and break harmful habits, benefiting both DC employees and residents.

In addition, warm up with engaging webinars on positive affirmations, guided meditations, stress relief techniques, and enhancing mental health at work. Let’s make this November season in DC a time of transformation, connection, and inspiration! Check out the details and how to join below!

Don’t miss out on our health and wellness events! Mark your calendars and keep an eye on your inbox for updates from Employee Wellness.

November 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: Reduce Anxiety and Stress

Occurs Every Monday

11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 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.

Pamela, the meditation instructor, will be away on August 5th and has generously provided recordings during her absence. Employees can click on the specific date and watch the recording to keep their meditation habits and lifestyle strong!

Please Note: This course occurs every Monday and Wednesday live.

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Build a Routine! Occurs every Monday and Wednesday

Stress Less, Achieve More: Enhancing Productivity and Wellbeing (Stress Awareness Week)

Available On-Demand Starting November 4

The fast pace of modern life has made stress a common experience, with over a third of individuals worldwide facing its persistent effects. Chronic, unmanaged stress poses significant health risks, not only impacting mental and physical wellbeing but also undermining the stability of interpersonal relationships. In response to this pervasive issue, International Stress Awareness Week 2024, scheduled from November 4 to 8, underscores the critical need to raise awareness and develop effective strategies for managing stress in both personal and professional contexts.

The theme for 2024, "Campaigning to Reduce Stress and Improve Wellbeing," emphasizes the importance of increasing awareness and refining coping strategies across various aspects of life. The week aims to inspire the exploration of innovative strategies that promote resilience and mutual support, ultimately contributing to a healthier and more balanced life.

This online seminar is a recorded, on-demand event. Participants will benefit by being able to:

  • Understand how stress impacts productivity, both positively and negatively
  • Identify common workplace stressors in themselves and others
  • Learn practical strategies to manage and reduce stress
  • Explore ways to contribute to a supportive and stress-reducing work environment

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Guided Meditation for Reducing Stress & Anxiety

Monday, November 11, 2024

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. EST

Connecting in the present moment can help us observe our thoughts and feelings more closely. In this session, we will practice using mindful meditation and breathing techniques to help calm our anxiety, stress, or other negative emotions.

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.

Prediabetes: Pre-VENT Diabetes

Tuesday, November 12, 2024

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. EST

Although millions of US adults have pre-diabetes, this condition may be reversed with action. During this presentation, we will explain why it is important to understand pre-diabetes and provide you ways that may help to prevent diabetes. Specifically, you will learn about the prevalence of pre-diabetes, define diabetes, and discuss risk factors for developing pre-diabetes. We will also review healthier behaviors that may reverse pre-diabetes.

Eating with Diabetes

Thursday, November 14, 2024

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. EST

The most joyous season, or the most stressful, busy and glutenous season? In this presentation, we will review helpful tips that may make your holidays healthier and cover healthier holiday eating. We will also discuss coping mechanisms that may help with holiday-related stress, as well as how to address financial and family stress during the holidays.

Laughter Helps

Available On-Demand Starting November 19

1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. EST

Discover how a good laugh can boost your mood, strengthen relationships, and unlock a wealth of other benefits in this session.

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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.

Keep Calm and Learn about Diabetes

Wednesday, November 6, 2024

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. EST

Whether you are newly diagnosed, living with diabetes for years, or interested in supporting someone with diabetes, this webinar will provide valuable insights and practical advice to empower you with your health.

Digital Detox

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. EST

Technology is hard to avoid these days and is an integral part of our lives. In this session, we will cover the health effects of digital devices, along with tips on how to "un-plug" to help the body and mind rejuvenate.

Medicare 101: Medicare Made Clear

Wednesday, November 20, 2024

2:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. EST

There's a lot to learn about Medicare. We're here to help you understand the Medicare basics, your different coverage options, enrollment and more. Through helpful resources and tools, discover the information you need to make confident Medicare decisions.

Medicare open enrollment runs from Oct. 15 to Dec. 7 — a time for people with Medicare to change or join plans.

Spanish Class with Profesora Harrison and Nina Jones

Occurs Every Wednesday

12:30 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. EST

Enhance your language skills with elementary and intermediate level Spanish. Learn basic Spanish oral and written communication skills.

Build a Routine! Occurs every Wednesday
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.

Blockchain & Crypto 101

Friday, November 22, 2024

11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. EST

Join us to understand blockchain, cryptocurrencies and how they work.

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We hope to see you next month!

November Wellness Resources

Great American Smokeout Month

Health Benefits of Quitting Smoking Over Time Learn More

How to Help Someone Quit Smoking Learn More

How To Quit Smoking or Smokeless Tobacco Learn More

Tobacco Cessation Program Learn More

Dealing with the Mental Part of Tobacco Addiction Learn More

Smokeout Tools and Resources Learn More

Find Your Fit with FITDC Learn More

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