Wellness Newsletter
September 2020
Monthly News and Updates from the Wellness Program
Complete Your Fall Wellness Activities!

This is not a traditional year in almost every way, so it is not a surprise that the annual Wellness Activities are a bit different.

To be a Wellness Participant and earn $25 each month in 2021, faculty and staff need to enroll in a Benelect Medical plan and then complete the NEW Health Risk Assessment (HRA).
AND complete TWO of the following THREE activities:
  1. Biometric Screening at a Quest Patient Service Center or via the Physician Results Form (PRF). We will NOT be able to offer biometric screening on campus this fall.
  2. Tobacco Attestation Form in HCM (Note: You may have to click the "Add Next Benefit Year" button at the bottom of the screen to get the 2021 Tobacco Attestation form.)
  3. Primary Care Provider Attestation Form in HCM
See even more details about Wellness Incentive Activities on the Wellness Website.
WALKTOBER is Coming Back!
Fall is a wonderful time to get outside and become more active.
So we have brought back Walktober, a month-long physical activity challenge for faculty and staff.
Starting October 1, participants will record their daily steps through the Walktober website or app or by syncing their wearable. There are opportunities to form teams, or go it alone. And, we will offer prizes for a random drawing of those who successfully meet the goals of the program.
Join the challenge and get out to enjoy those fall colors!
National Clean Up Day(s) at CWRU
Clean up your neighborhood park, Doan Creek, or even find donation items in your closet to participate in National Clean Up Day(s) at CWRU starting September 18.
Join SAC and HandsON for this event.

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Beat the Quarantine 15 with WW
Our partners at Weight Watchers (now WW) are offering a free webinar to CWRU faculty and staff this Thursday,
September 3 at Noon.
Learn about recent changes to WW and how you can access the 50% subsidy!
Yes! Free Flu Shot Clinics will Start this Month
Please check our website for dates and times which will be announced soon!
Curious About Meditation? Try Our Intro Class!
Those new to meditation or who want to refresh their practice, may join us for this 8-week class covering the fundamentals of meditation. Benefits of a consistent meditation practice include improved sleep, lower blood pressure, and reduced stress response. This series will include discussions of research on meditation and neuroscience along with practical tips for starting and sustaining your practice. Participants will learn multiple approaches to meditating including mantra, affirmation, mindful awareness, and loving kindness.

Meditation 1.0
Mondays at 12:30 pm
September 14 through November 9 (no class 10/12)
Zoom
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Virtual Connections in a Socially Distanced Business Environment

In this one hour webinar you'll learn how to strengthen connections with coworkers even without face to face contact. Participants will learn tips for better virtual communication.
Tuesday, 9/8 at Noon via Zoom
Bouncing Forward: How to Build Resiliency and Adapt to a New Normal

In this one hour webinar, learn how to manage overwhelming feelings, adapt to change and adopt a proactive mindset. Resilience can be cultivated, learn how!

Wednesday, 9/16 at 1 PM via Zoom
Don't Miss The Work Happiness MethodTM Series
Coming to your computer screens starting Tuesday, September 15.
NEW! Use the Power of Friends to Achieve Health Goals
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Try a new way to achieve your personal well-being goals with Well Lifestyle Group Coaching, an 8-week series with Wellness Manager Mary Ann Dobbins. With the strength and accountability of the group, participants will roll into the holiday season healthier in mind and body.

Well Lifestyle Group Coaching
Mondays at 12:30 PM via Zoom
September 14 through November 2.
Find Peace of Mind with Mindfulness Series
Those new to Mindfulness and those interested in adding a weekly Mindfulness practice to their schedule are invited to join this 8-week series from our friends at UH's Connor Integrative Health Network.

Mindfulness
Thursdays at Noon
September 17 to November 5
Make KINDNESS the Norm at CWRU
Join this 4 week challenge to share Kindness across our campus.
Starts September 7th
Financial Wellness 101 and 201 are Back this Fall
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Take some time to improve your money IQ with our popular Financial Wellness series. Diverse topics like starting out with a financial plan, deciding whether to buy or lease a car, good vs bad debt, and what to know about social security will be covered. Look at the class topics on the Wellness Website.

Financial Wellness 101
Thursdays at 12:30 PM - 9/24 to 11/12 REGISTER!
Financial Wellness 201
Wednesdays at Noon PM - 9/23 to 11/11 REGISTER!
Get Food Smart Fridays with Nutrition 101
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Lively, based in science and totally engaging are three ways to describe Nutrition 101 which will take place at Noon on Fridays starting at the end of this month.

Nutrition 101
Fridays at Noon via Zoom
September 25 through November 13
CWRU Wellness
Elizabeth Click, Medical Director - erc10@case.edu
Mary Ann Dobbins, Wellness Manager - mxd490@case.edu
216-368-5997