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Wellness Newsletter
January 2023
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Wellness Team Update
A new Wellness Manager has joined our team! Please welcome Deanna Duffy to the university. Deanna will assist in implementing and evaluating current wellness programs, inspire new programming, manage wellness communications (including our Facebook page), and work with CWRU's Wellness Champions.
Deanna has a Bachelor of Science degree in Nutrition & Dietetics and a Master of Public Health degree with a concentration in Social and Behavioral Sciences from Kent State University. She has worked as a wellness professional in higher education for the past 6 and a half years, advocating for employee well-being and developing programs and resources to assist faculty and staff in achieving their health goals.
In her free time, Deanna enjoys hiking with her partner and their two dogs, practicing yoga, going to concerts, reading fantasy and dystopian novels, and trying local coffee shops when traveling. She also helps strengthen her community through her membership in the Kent Junior Chamber of Commerce.
If you see Deanna on campus, be sure to say hello! Email: dxd516@case.edu | Phone: (216) 368-5997
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Prepare for 2023 by Registering for Programs
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Introduction to Meditation
In this short course, you will learn about different styles of meditation and their benefits. You will get a chance to practice several styles in class, and gain resources for supporting you in creating a regular practice of your own. Suzanne Rusnak, MEd, MSSA, LSW, will be our instructor.
Tuesdays, 12-1 pm
Jan. 31, Feb. 7, 14, 21
via Zoom
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Core and More
This series combines core strengthening with whole body stretching. It can be completed anywhere you have space to stretch out! Other than a workout mat or large towel, no equipment is necessary. Mary Ann Dobbins will lead you through core exercises that will become a bit more challenging each week. All participants will be given weekly stretching homework!
Fridays, 12:15-1 pm
Jan. 20, 27, Feb. 3, 10, 17, 24
via Zoom
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Mindful Movement
Take a relaxing and energizing mid-day break with Julie Schlemmer, in this gentle approach to yoga. This class offers the opportunity to focus on present moment experiences to maintain overall physical and mental well-being.
Wednesdays, 12:30-1:30 pm
Jan. 25 - March 1
via Zoom
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Well Traveled 12-Week Challenge
What if you could go coast to coast without boarding a plane, hopping on a bus, or gassing up the car? If this type of virtual trip sounds interesting to you, consider registering for the Well Traveled Challenge. During this 12-week challenge, participants will "visit" and learn about various attractions, earn points and pins for recording physical activity and other healthy behaviors, and answer fun trivia questions.
For those who are monthly Wellness Incentive recipients, completing this challenge would be a great way to earn the Physical Activity Program Incentive!
Monday, January 30, 2023, through Sunday, April 23, 2023
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Release, Relax and Reach
Join Heidi Weiker, MSSA, to develop a brighter and healthier sense of well-being in the new year. Participants will create personalized best practices to help manage stress and struggles in their lives.
Mondays from 12:30-1:30 pm
Jan. 9 - March 6, 2023
Via Zoom
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Sugar Fix
Join Lindsay Malone, MS, RD, CSO, LD, for this 8-week program to help reduce sugar in your diet and take control of your health.
The program will begin with participants watching the movie "Fed Up".
Wednesdays from 12-1 pm
Jan. 4 - February 22, 2023
Via Zoom
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Prevent T2 Program
Join Department of Nutrition faculty in this year-long program which encourages participants to make healthy lifestyle changes to prevent type 2 diabetes.
Virtual information session offered Wed. Jan. 11, 12-1 pm
Program offered weekly beginning Wed. Jan. 18
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Seasons of Self-Care: Winter
Engage in this season of reconnection, reflection, and resilience building with Heidi Weiker, our Seasons of Self-Care facilitator. One four-week session will be offered each quarter this year. Those participating in this Winter series will:
- Discover your body and brain's natural need to experience inner stillness.
- Move inside and place your attention on your own well-being.
- Align with the purpose of winter - rest, repair, restore and ready yourself for Spring.
Wednesdays from 12:30-1:30 pm - via Zoom
January 17, 24, 21, February 7
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Chair Massage Continues
Massage is not just a luxury but an important component of helping our bodies to recover from the stressors of exercise or desk-bound posture. We are partnering with One to One Fitness to offer two days of 13-minute chair massage appointments.
Massages are $15 and registration is required. All appointments will take place in Crawford Hall, room 213. You can see available time slots, pay for your massage, and reserve your massage below.
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Wellness Program Update
The University Wellness Program was awarded the 2022 Healthy Worksite Platinum Level distinction from the Healthy Business Council of Ohio for 2022! Case Western Reserve University was one of 95 Ohio employers recognized for demonstrating a commitment to employee wellness through comprehensive worksite health promotion and wellness programs.
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Weight Watchers
A 50% subsidy is available for benefits-eligible faculty and staff interested in joining WW. Monthly fees for Digital Memberships will increase slightly in 2023:
New Employee Price = $10.25/month
Current Employee Price = $8.48/month
Learn more about WW
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Avidon Health
Online Education Classes
Avidon Health (previously SelfHelpWorks) offers a suite of self-paced online learning courses that can help you adopt and maintain healthy behaviors.
Several Avidon Health courses are applicable to earn Wellness Program Incentives for those who are Monthly Wellness Participants.
Learn more, including how to access the courses
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