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.
JANUARY HEALTH OBSERVANCES
International Quality of Life and Mental Wellness Month
Welcome to 2024, DC! The New Year can be such a refreshing and rejuvenating time as we awaken ourselves to a new chapter of life. But it can also bring unwanted pressure and overwhelm to make unrealistic goals that are hard to sustain. We want to help you find your deep motivation and make long-term sustainable changes instead of buying into the quick fixes that can leave you feeling defeated.
That is why we are raising awareness about Quality of Life and Mental Wellness! Quality of Life (QOL) is feeling one is living at the highest possible physical, mental, emotional, and social level as they age. Mental Wellness is defined as an internal resource that helps us think, feel, connect, and function; it is an active process that helps us build resilience, grow, and flourish. This year, focus on identifying just one change that will consistently enhance your health and happiness. You could create a better sleep routine, start moving more, or begin meditation practices to improve your mental wellness!
Join us this January for Mindful Mondays, Mental Wellness Tuesdays, Well-being Wednesdays, Transformation Thursdays, and Financial Literacy Fridays! DCHR Wellness is here for you.
January 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
Mondays, starting January 8, 2024
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.
Download Teams | Join on the web
Meeting ID: 230 658 249 156
Passcode: FZh8KN
Build a Routine! Occurs every Monday
Mental Wellness Tuesdays Series
The Mental Wellness Tuesdays 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 Spot-Checks
Tuesday, January 16, 2024
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. EST
Educate yourselves on Mental health warning signs. Learn how to conduct a mental health check-in with yourselves, colleagues, and direct reports. You will also learn how to utilize Emotional Intelligence to help improve workplace culture.
Download Teams | Join on the web
Meeting ID: 297 778 388 089
Passcode: YiUi9z
Creating Your Wellness Plan for the Year
Tuesday, January 23, 2024
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. EST
Understand how your mental and physical health are interconnected, and the importance of planning to ensure wellness success for the year. Learn the steps to create a comprehensive wellness plan for the year.
Download Teams | Join on the web
Meeting ID: 269 510 670 235
Passcode: ghr5P8
Wellbeing Around the World: What Other Cultures Can Teach Us
Tuesday, January 30, 2024
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. EST
Other cultures can open our eyes to many things, including different ways to cultivate wellbeing in our lives. In this seminar, you’ll learn about international practices that promote self-care, happiness, and connectedness with others and how they can be applied to your own life.
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.
Small Changes for a Healthy Year
Wednesday, January 10, 2024
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. EST
Whether you have New Year's goals ready to go or just want to learn how to make lasting, impactful changes, this webinar is for all. We’ll explore various elements related to quality of life and provide valuable insight and practical strategies to improve your overall well-being.
Spanish Class with Profesora Harrison and Nina Jones
Wednesday, January 17, 2024
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
Time Management
Wednesday, January 24, 2024
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. EST
Learn to get into a system that simplifies organization, tracking and action on your workflow. This interactive seminar will help you identify proactive methods to increase results and eliminate time-wasters. Clear, priority-driven time management strategies can help you gain control of your daily workflow, increase performance and reduce unnecessary stress.
Download Teams | Join on the web
Meeting ID: 232 981 394 26
Passcode: UzNR9u
Transformation Thursdays
Make Thursdays Your Day of Transformation and say goodbye to stiffness and hello to a more relaxed and energized you! Transformation Thursdays features workouts and activities tailored to enhance your physical well-being. Unwind, rejuvenate, and find your balance this month with gentle movements and stretches, and inner tranquility.
Chair Yoga
Thursday, January 25, 2024
11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. EST
Join the virtual session and focus on your muscles of the posterior chain, bringing about good posture and a strong core all while sitting in a chair. Attention is paid to those muscles commonly carrying tension in the upper and lower body. Savasana and meditation are practiced at the end of each class.
Breathing for Better Health
Thursday, January 25, 2024
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m. EST
This session will focus on the muscles of the posterior chain, bringing about good posture and a strong core all while sitting in a chair. Attention is paid to those muscles commonly carrying tension in the upper and lower body. Savasana and meditation are practiced at the end of each class.
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.
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Stay tuned to our monthly employee wellness newsletter for upcoming webinar series and valuable resources you won't want to miss.
We hope to see you next month!
Quality of Life Resources
5 Easy New Year’s Resolutions Anyone Can Make (and Keep) Learn More
Sleep for Health Learn More
Add More Activity to Your Day Without Changing Your Routine Learn More
Understanding Healthcare Terms and Costs Learn More
Managing Loneliness When Living Alone Learn More
What is Life Care Planning? Learn More
Mental Wellness Resources
8 Mind-Body Benefits of Eating Healthy Learn More
9 Easy Ways To Boost and Improve Your Mood Learn More
9 Tips For Managing Negative Thoughts Learn More
7 Simple Ways to Find Joy Every Day Learn More
Mental Health Minute: Get Set for the Year Ahead Learn More
Find Connections in Your Community that Can Offer Support and Encouragement Learn More