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.
MAY HEALTH OBSERVANCES
Become May's MVP – Strengthen Your Mental Health and Physical Fitness
May is Mental Health Month, and National Physical Fitness and Sports Month–what better time to give your mind and body some love? Regular exercise isn't just for your muscles; it helps clear your mind, reduce stress, and keep you sharp.
Check out the exclusive webinars and quick links below– they're packed with tips, tools, and support to help you crush your fitness and mental health goals. Make this month your healthiest and happiest yet, and start living like the MVP you are!
Join us and make wellness a top priority—register for the webinars below!
May 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:
May Day Blossoms for Mental Health
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.
May Meditation Focus – Mental Health
- May 5 – 7 Meditation: May Day Blossoms – Lavender
- May 12 – 14 Meditation: May Day Blossoms – Rose
- May 19 – 21 Meditation: May Day Blossoms – Peony
- May 26 – 28 Meditation: May Day Blossoms – Jasmine
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
Guided Meditation for Relaxation
Available On-Demand
Watch the recorded webinar anytime, anywhere, at your convenience!
Relaxation techniques can help us manage stress and improve our overall health. Learn how to incorporate quick exercises throughout your day, including deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and meditation.
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.
Get Up and Move Series:
Take Ten to Thrive
Available On-Demand
Watch the recorded webinar anytime, anywhere, at your convenience!
Session Description: Learn fun, simple, and effective bursts of exercise to warm up your muscles and improve your cardio, strength, and balance..
Series Description: May is National Physical Fitness Month. Learn tips to make fitness part of your lifestyle and challenge yourself to get moving more!
Mental Health Awareness Series:
The New Parent Puzzle: Managing Stress, Mental Health, and Maternal Well-Being
Available On-Demand
Watch the recorded webinar anytime, anywhere, at your convenience!
Becoming a new parent is a life-changing experience filled with joy and challenges. This webinar brings together experts to explore the intersection of parental stress, maternity, and mental health.
Our distinguished panel features three-time Olympian, Olympic bronze medalist, and maternal mental health advocate Shannon Rowbury, filmmaker and mindfulness expert Mel Mah, and Dr. Karen R. Stewart, a leading youth and family psychiatrist at Kaiser Permanente.
You’ll learn about:
- Invaluable insights on the psychological impacts of parenthood
- Practical strategies to navigate stress and enhance emotional well-being
- Tools and resources parents need to thrive in this rewarding yet demanding role
Get Up & Move Series:
Virtual Zumba
Live Session: Thursday, May 15, 2025
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST
Session Description: Move to the music in this upbeat dance fitness class. With this popular, Latin-inspired dance workout, you'll increase your heart rate and strengthen your core, legs, and glutes with low-impact and high-impact moves (like jumping or bouncing). No prior dance experience is necessary!
Series Description: May is National Physical Fitness Month. Learn tips to make fitness part of your lifestyle and challenge yourself to get moving more!
Mental Health Awareness Series:
Preventing Burnout at Work
Live Session: Thursday, May 22, 2025
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm EST
Please join us for a special conversation with David Ko, CEO of Calm, and author of the new book Recharge: Boosting Your Mental Battery, One Conversation at a Time to learn ways to navigate high-stress environments and better support your mental wellness at work. You will also have a chance to hear from our EAP program about all the resources KP has to help you.
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.
Your Mind Matters
Available On-Demand
Watch the recorded webinar anytime, anywhere, at your convenience!
Your mental health deserves as much attention as your physical health. In this webinar, we’ll discuss effective techniques for managing anxiety, improving your mood, and creating a supportive environment for your health.
Get Up and Move Series:
Breaking Through Fitness Barriers
Available On-Demand
Watch the recorded webinar anytime, anywhere, at your convenience!
Session Description: Reflect on your personal barriers and create a physical activity action plan to make fitness part of your daily routine.
Series Description: May is National Physical Fitness Month. Learn tips to make fitness part of your lifestyle and challenge yourself to get moving more!
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
Retirement: Before & After
Live Session: Friday, May 23, 2025
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. EST
Planning to retire comfortably? Join us to learn about different retirement options, how to catch up, and how to withdraw wisely in retirement.
OBJECTIVES:
- Gain Expert Insights on Preparing for and Living in Retirement – DC Government employees will learn from subject matter experts about retirement plan options offered thru Mission Square and ways to wisely withdrawal during retirement to avoid fees and high taxes.
- Interactive Q&A and Relevant Guidance – Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions during the live session, connect with subject matter experts, and personalized guidance, walking away with practical strategies to prepare for and withdraw during retirement.
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