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Financial Wellness Program: Strategies to Thrive, July 2024

July 16, 2024 / Get Well

Virginia’s Department of Human Resource Management (DHRM) offers a variety of resources to help you plan your future — and your present. See excerpts from this month’s newsletter below. For more on financial education offerings and resources provided by DHRM, please check out July’s financial wellness newsletter. Virginia Credit Union (VACU). Check out Banzai, a financial … Continued

Free Caregiver Webinar Series, Starting Today

July 11, 2024 / Get Well

Caregivers provide essential support to family members, friends and partners who need assistance due to illness, aging or disability. Their hard work and dedication ensure that loved ones can maintain their quality of life. Caregiving is more than a part-time job, though — it’s a 24/7 commitment.   Caregiving certainly has its challenges, some of which … Continued

What’s the Deal with EAP?

July 11, 2024 / Get Well

If you’ve seen any of the Office of Employee Wellness and Wellbeing (OEWW) articles, we’ve often referenced the Employee Assistance Program (EAP). The EAP provides quick and easy access to work/life support, confidential counseling and other referral services to help you deal with life’s challenges. Click here for a helpful overview of the EAP. It’s … Continued

CommonHealth Weekly Wellnote

July 2, 2024 / Get Well

How can your  Virginia State Employee Wellness Program help? The CommonHealth programs and campaigns cover a variety of health topics and are available in a range of formats to meet the needs of different workplaces. Highly skilled Wellness Consultants provide the latest on stress, sleep, nutrition, exercise, and more for faculty/ staff meetings, special events, … Continued

CommonHealth Weekly Wellnote

June 25, 2024 / Get Well

How can your Virginia State Employee Wellness Program help? The CommonHealth programs and campaigns cover a variety of health topics and are available in a range of formats to meet the needs of different workplaces. Highly skilled Wellness Consultants provide the latest on stress, sleep, nutrition, exercise, and more for faculty/staff meetings, special events, conferences, … Continued

Financial Wellness Program: Strategies to Thrive, June 2024

June 25, 2024 / Get Well

The best investment you can make is an investment in yourself…The more you learn, the more you’ll earn.” –Warren Buffet The DHRM Employee Financial Wellness Program continues to provide resources to help you achieve financial independence as your financial wellness remains a priority in 2024. Please check out June‘s financial wellness newsletter and the new items … Continued

Eat Fresh from the Farm

June 20, 2024 / Get Well

Summertime means shopping locally at farmers’ markets offering fresh produce, handcrafted goods and baked treats. By supporting these markets, you contribute to the local economy and promote wellness through nutritious food. Supporting local farmers fosters community. Connections are built when you know where your food comes from. Farmers tend to take pride in their produce … Continued

June Is Men’s Health Month

June 20, 2024 / Get Well

June is Men’s Health Month! With Father’s Day in the rearview mirror, we want to continue spotlighting the men in our NOVA community, encouraging them to be proactive about their health.  Men’s Health Webinar Check out a webinar (open to ALL employees) presented by one of our insurance providers, Kaiser Permanente, on Wednesday, June 26, from 12 … Continued

CommonHealth Weekly Wellnote

June 18, 2024 / Get Well

How can your Virginia State Employee Wellness Program help? The CommonHealth programs and campaigns cover a variety of health topics and are available in a range of formats to meet the needs of different workplaces. Highly skilled wellness consultants provide the latest on stress, sleep, nutrition, exercise and more for faculty/staff meetings, special events, conferences, … Continued

Happy Father’s Day from OEWW!

June 13, 2024 / Get Well

As Father’s Day approaches (this Sunday, June 16), we pause to recognize the nurturing spirit associated with this celebration. While this day is traditionally dedicated to fathers, we acknowledge that fatherhood can take many forms; indeed, it extends beyond biological ties and honors the remarkable men who shape our lives. In addition to those who … Continued