Wellness Education Opportunities
Are you looking to learn more about wellness?
Work Well offers several different ways for UND employees to learn about and try new
behaviors that will lead them to a healthier lifestyle. These educational offerings
can help you gain the
knowledge and confidence you need to thrive in all Dimensions of Wellness.
Wellness Education Opportunities
Looking for individual learning opportunities? Online webinars or educational handouts? Work Well has you covered!
Working at Home with Kids and/or Parents
All around the United States, employees' workspaces have taken on a whole new look! Many are working from home, with children or parents by their sides. Everyone is trying to figure out their new normal, with many scratching their heads in these unchartered waters. Here are some tips to help with work out the quirks:
Prevention is Health
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) continues to study the spread and effects of COVID19 across the United States. The CDC continues to emphasize washing hands often, avoiding close contact, covering mouth and nose with a cloth face cover when around others, covering coughs and sneezes, cleaning and disinfecting high touch surfaces and monitoring your health. Here are some reminders on prevention:
Do's & Don'ts of Social Distancing
Do you know the do's & don'ts of social distancing? Social distancing is a term applied to certain actions that are taken by Public Health officials to stop or slow down the spread of a highly contagious disease.
Some examples of social distancing measures that would be conducted during a pandemic include:
- Public and private colleges suspending classes, going to Web-based learning and canceling all large campus meetings and gatherings.
- Public and private libraries modifying their operations and restricting people from gathering by allowing people to come in only to pick up materials that have been reserved or requested on-line or by telephone.
- Business changing company practices, setting up flexible shift plans, having employees telecommute and canceling any large meetings or conferences. Read more here. Here's a simple flyer based on that fact sheet:
Mental Health Matters
The coronavirus disease (COVID-19) may be stressful, and it can be difficult to cope. Fear and anxiety, changing daily routines, and a general sense of uncertainty may all start to add extra stress to a person. Many are teleworking full-time for the first time, isolated from co-workers, friends and family. This necessary separation can put a strain on mental health. Although people respond to stressful situations in different ways, taking steps to care for yourself and your family can help you manage stress in a healthy way. Read more:
Nutrition
Good nutrition is crucial for health, especially when the immune system might need to fight back. Read our handout below to find some kitchen hacks for saving leftovers, bread recipes that don't need yeast and some ideas on meal planning.
Workspace Exercises
This one-page handout can be printed or shared in your department. It has a quick overview of the 20-20-20 rule, stretches at your desk, eating healthy at home and getting outdoors for exercise:
20-20-20 Rule
Digital eye strain affects people of all ages. If you spend hours a day using digital
devices, you may start to notice that your vision blurs and your eyes feel achyand
tired. Remember to blink and follow the "20-20-20" rule. Take regular breaks; every 20 minutes, shift your eyes to look at an object atleast
20 feet away,for at least 20 seconds. Learn more HERE!
Stretches at Your Desk
Is sitting at your desk causing you physical stress? Here's a handout from Northwestern with quick stretch breaks to incorporate into your daily routine:
The Village - UND's EAP
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a confidential assessment/counseling/referral service staffed by trained professionals who can help you and members of your household with counseling services.
The University of North Dakota provides employee assistance services to all employees and members of their household. Read more here. The Village also provides education and resources specific to COVID19 free for all employees to take advantage of here.
Altru Health & Wellness Blog
Need some recommendations to help you through the unprecedented times we are experiencing right now? Whether it's finding new tools to help you cope in your current situation or tips for parents who are learning how to navigate working from home with kids, Altru has some great advice for you! Check it out:
Dakota Wellness Program In-depth Overview
Today is the day to commit to your health and wellness. NDPERS employees with Sanford Health Plan insurance coverage are invited to learn more about the $250 wellness benefit and the three ways to earn this benefit in 2020, including:
- Online wellness portal
- Monthly fitness center reimbursement
- Enhanced voucher program for onsite activities
WATCH RECORDED WEBINAR NOW
Sanford Health Plan Recorded Webinars
Did you miss the latest workshop? Sanford has a recorded version to watch when it is convenient for you! You will also find the accompanying worksheets for each training. You can access any of these topics, a la carte style!
Offerings include:
- Body Mechanics and Posture: Build a solid foundation to energize movement and prevent injuries
- Cancer Prevention: Review healthy habits to reduce risk for certain cancers and recommeended screenings to catch cancer early
- Dakota Wellness Program: Engage employees in earning their $250 wellness benefit
- Flourishing Financially: Review the ways your choices to spend or save impact overall well-being
- Five Star Sleep: Learn to create healthy conditions that promote the rest and recharge we need
to be safe and productive at work - Get Moving at Work: Learn about the harmful effects sitting too often has on your health and
how to add exercise to your workday - Gratitude: Create positive thoughts and actions using gratitude to improve your overall well-being
- Healthy Meals in a Hurry: Set yourself up for success to shop, plan and cook healthy meals
- Love Your Job: Explore new ways to think about and cope with the same old hustle and bustle
- Make it Happen: Set yourself up for lasting change and create an action plan to reach your goals
- Mindful Eating: Break away from poor eating habits and establish a healthy relationship
with food - Mindfulness: This four-week course offers an introduction to the foundations of mindfulness
including stress reduction, self-awareness, focus and connectivity by practicing neuro-science
based techniques - Overcoming Stress: Review the sources of stress and techniques to reduce it
- Quit Clinic: Jump-start your journey to being nicotine free by exploring ways to crush cravings
and developing important skills for handling tough moments - Self-care for Pain: Develop a personal self-care plan to reduce and manage pain
- Well-being for Prevention: Discover what it means to thrive in all six areas of well-being and its impact on overall health
Password: wellness123
Webinar Access
Sanford Health Plan Onsite Workshops
POSTPONED until further notice
Sanford's team of experts provide interactive and engaging trainings in all areas of health and wellness. These are available to you in person or through a live webinar.
Contact Work Well to take care of coordinating the event details for the workshop of your choice.
Offerings include:
- Body Mechanics and Posture: Build a solid foundation to energize movement and prevent injuries
- Cancer Prevention: Review healthy habits to reduce risk for certain cancers and recommeended screenings to catch cancer early
- Dakota Wellness Program: Engage employees in earning their $250 wellness benefit
- Flourishing Financially: Review the ways your choices to spend or save impact overall well-being
- Five Star Sleep: Learn to create healthy conditions that promote the rest and recharge we need
to be safe and productive at work - Get Moving at Work: Learn about the harmful effects sitting too often has on your health and
how to add exercise to your workday - Gratitude: Create positive thoughts and actions using gratitude to improve your overall well-being
- Healthy Meals in a Hurry: Set yourself up for success to shop, plan and cook healthy meals
- Love Your Job: Explore new ways to think about and cope with the same old hustle and bustle
- Make it Happen: Set yourself up for lasting change and create an action plan to reach your goals
- Mindful Eating: Break away from poor eating habits and establish a healthy relationship
with food - Mindfulness: This four-week course offers an introduction to the foundations of mindfulness
including stress reduction, self-awareness, focus and connectivity by practicing neuro-science
based techniques - Overcoming Stress: Review the sources of stress and techniques to reduce it
- Quit Clinic: Jump-start your journey to being nicotine free by exploring ways to crush cravings
and developing important skills for handling tough moments - Self-care for Pain: Develop a personal self-care plan to reduce and manage pain
- Well-being for Prevention: Discover what it means to thrive in all six areas of well-being and its impact on overall health