Bring Cancer to a Halt
๐ Ladies, be proactive about your health. Get your mammogram for early breast cancer detection.
And don't miss our peer's video on scheduling regular mammograms โ it might just be the motivation you need! ๐ท
Watch video: https://youtu.be/OTigOzbzx5k
Open Enrollment
๐ Exciting news, Harris County fam! Open Enrollment for benefits starts today! ๐
Make sure you review your options and choose what suits you best. You have until Nov. 3 to enroll. Your well-being matters to us!
Please note: Beginning Jan. 1, 2024, our medical insurance carrier is changing from Cigna to Aetna.
Get started: https://benefitsathctx.com/open-enrollment/
https://youtu.be/wjYiOFm3Xq0
The Journey To Lower Stress
Unleash your full potential with the help of our Employee Assistance Program (EAP). From classes to counseling sessions and more, our EAP is your secret weapon for a healthier mind and heart. ๐
Get EAP details: https://bit.ly/3I10SkJ
Wander to a Healthy Wallet!
๐ฌ Lights, camera, financial wisdom!
Check out this video featuring your fellow colleagues sharing their top money-saving strategies. Tune in and discover practical tips to help you achieve your own financial goals. ๐๐ฐ
Watch now: https://youtu.be/_YxaH-GVVzc
Are you ready to participate in the biggest group workout ever? The countdown is on for our FIRST annual Harris County Wicked Fitness Expo next month! ๐
This event will be a series of mini workouts led by our HC Fit Fam Trainers: Yolanda, Angela, Dacia, & AJ. In addition to the workouts, we will have fun competitions, prizes, food trucks, and kid-friendly activities.
Registration is OPEN! Register yourself and three guests for this free event! You don't want to miss this! https://bit.ly/3KIcR5Y
How and Why Do You Exercise?
Registration for our 6-week Fit Fam Fitness Challenge ends THIS SUNDAY! Have you registered yet?
Hear more from employees about how and why they exercise in the video below.
Get more information and register for the challenge at: https://bit.ly/3p2WuqB
Make a Strategic Move!
Meet Stephen Lopez, Supervisor for Records Preservation in the County Clerkโs Office!
With a weight-loss goal of 50 pounds, his game plan included making the most of available wellness benefits and packages.
Pew, pew, pew โ goal achieved! ๐ฎ
How to Ease Stress and Avoid Burnout
What is burnout? Burnout is:
- Prolonged exhaustion
- Extreme stress
- Feeling overwhelmed
- Inability to keep up with life's demands
Hear from Harris County Employees in the video below about how they ease stress and avoid burnout. Interested in learning more? Join our beating burnout webinar series that starts on Tuesday, August 9! Register here: https://bit.ly/3ogAV5p
Health Heroes - August 2022
Meet Deputy Michael Nelson of the Harris County Sheriffโs Office Gulf Coast Violent Offender Task Force! He keeps his health points up by taking advantage of the Healthy Actions Medical Plan, working out and eating right.
What Does Wellness Mean To You?
Say yes to lowering stress! Listen as Harris County employees share what wellness means to them.
Tap into our useful benefits and take some time for yourself. We have a handful of upcoming classes that focus on emotional wellbeing:
โข Mental Health First Aid (August 16 at 8 a.m.)
โข Resilience in Challenging Times (July 26 at 10 a.m.)
โข Relational Health and Self-Care (August 4 and August 25 at noon)
โข Beating Burnout (Part 1 begins August 9 at 10 a.m.)
โข Meditation Breaks (July 27 at 4 p.m.)
Take charge of your emotional and mental wellbeing. Learn more or register for upcoming classes at wellathctx.com
Exercise
Only 1 in 5 adults + teens get enough exercise to maintain good health. American Heart Association recommends fitting in at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise a week, such as a brisk walk, dancing, gardening, or a bike ride. Comment your favorite way to exercise! ๐ช๐ผ
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Benefits include better cardiovascular health, reduced risk of type 2 diabetes and cancer, improved mood, and helps with weight loss.
Holiday Brussels Sprouts
Hereโs a re-invented recipe thatโs simple and easy to make this holiday season! Plus Brussels sprouts are a great source of Vitamin K and fiber! This recipe serves 7.
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Nutrition (per serving):
- 80 Calories
- 4.5g fat
- 10g carbohydrate
- 2g protein
- 15mg sodium
House Cleaning Workout
Looking to spice up your workout routine? Some household chores can be substituted for traditional exercise! Check out this video for some inspiration. Time to get your sweat on ๐ช
Health Hero โ November
Defend your health! Meet JP Court Liaison SaToiya Babineaux. After participating in the Omada for Cigna program, she gained the tools to cook up long-term healthy habits. How are you defending your health?
Health Hero โ October
Stop the flu in its tracks! Meet the Kelsey-Seybold staff at the Harris County Employee Clinic. These courageous and charismatic caregivers are doing their part to protect their patients from sickness. Get your flu shot at the Harris County Employee Health and Wellness Clinic today!
Astros Ticket Announcement
๐ฅ Drumroll please... Here are the winners of the Astros tickets to the game on October 2nd! Help us congratulate them! ๐โญ Have an awesome time at the game!
Health Hero - September
Be an unstoppable force! Meet Project Monitor Crystal Keller and Harris County Fitness Instructor AJ. A crusher of personal health goals, Crystal knows that there is no "do" without "try." And AJ uses his electric style of motivation to power the potential within.
Want to join the fun and register for a FREE fitness class? Sign up here: https://www.wellathctx.com/Get-Active/Online-Fitness-Classes
Health Hero - August
For Administrative Assistant Jessica Barelas, promoting a healthy workplace culture is all in a day's work. This Wellness Champion believes that when you're powered by resources, you're empowered to make healthier choices. Get the counseling support you need through the Cigna Employee Assitance Program by calling 1-800-244-6224.
Health Hero - July
Meet Library Service Specialist Susan Samson. She knows that knowledge can give you the spark you need to ignite a healthier lifestyle. That's why she joined the Wellness Seminars, which gave her the tools to fire up her fitness, conquer finances and burn out stress.
Health Hero - June
The mind matters! For Community Resource Coordinator Takoya Jackson, mental health matters as much as bodily health. That's why she took the Mental Health First Aid class. Help the minds around you by registering for mental health first aid training at wellathctx.com
Health Hero - May
Kale'd it! Meet Child Protective Services Accreditation Manager Robert Brewer and Health Coach Sam. Together, this duo is showing how anyone can be a master of moderation. Connect with a health coach for healthy eating tips and nutritional support.
April 2020 Health Hero
Wipeout burnout! Meet Dr. Bill Dyment. This resilience ranger is helping to put a stop to burnout. Through the Employee Assistance Program, he teaches others how to manage their stress, build meaningful connections and create a happier (and healthier) workplace environment.
Want to learn more about how to build your resilience? Register now to gain access to FOUR sessions where you'll learn areas of resiliency: https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_dD97dxw5S02L1Xph-3fDuw
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