Human Resource Services will host an informational session on why social connections are so important to thriving in our life and work. This session will also cover reframing negative self-talk and how to benefit from a more optimistic perspective. Activities, practices, and additional support for managing stress will also be shared. Therese Callaghan, Employee Well-being Coordinator, will lead this session in person, Wednesday, September 21 from noon - 1 p.m. in Gilchrist 009.
NAMI is offering a free mental health and wellness class for adults with mental illness who want to better understand themselves and their recovery. The eight session course will meet once a week, from 6 to 8 p.m., every Thursday starting September 22 and ending November 10. It will be held at the First Congregational Church in Waterloo at 608 West 4th Street. Registration is required. Please contact the NAMI office at 319-235-5263, or 319-830-6448, by September 8.
Human Resource Services will host a confidential biometric screening on September 16 from 7 to 9 a.m. in Gilchrist Hall, Room 009. All benefit eligible employees may participate in one free biometric screening per academic year. For more information visit the confidential biometric screening webpage. Please register in advance.
Back to school brings change and transition to the schedule of the entire family. There is a lot to balance along with purchasing all of those school supplies. Guidance Resources® provides a toolkit to help parents assist their children in the transition as well as dealing with emotions and anxiety that can come with change. Check out the Back to School Toolkit webpage.
Have you ever wondered if there is another path to minimize aggravation and find more happiness? This seven-minute on-demand training by your EAP may assist you in skills and perspective on how you can use kindness to benefit you as well as others. Visit the Guidance Resources® training webpage to get started.
Have you ever wondered if there is another path to minimize aggravation and find more happiness? This seven-minute on-demand training by your EAP may assist you in skills and perspective on how you can use kindness to benefit you as well as others. Visit the Guidance Resources® training webpage to get started.
College Hill Farmers Market is open every Wednesday from 4-6 p.m. on 22nd Street (between College Street and Olive Street). It is a producer only market with lots to offer including fresh, local produce, plants, flowers, healthy snacks, baked goods, honey, eggs, home decor, and more! Follow us on Facebook and Instagram @collegehillfm.
Plan to attend an informational session on what life may look like in retirement. This workshop discusses what to do with the money you have accumulated and how to maximize your income resources to help ensure a more fulfilling and enjoyable retirement. The forty-five minute session will be presented by Kathleen Dennis with AIG via Webcast. It will be offered four times on July 19 at 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 4 p.m., and 7 p.m.
If there never seems to be enough time between work and family to accomplish everything on your to-do lists, you may need to assess your work-life balance. This 17 minute on-demand training provided by your EAP may assist you in staying ahead of work-life challenges and can be accessed at any time. Visit the Guidance Resources® training webpage to get started.
The American Cancer Society’s recommendation is for those who are turning age 45 to start screening for colon cancer. Our self-insured health plans cover a colonoscopy as a preventive service. Contact your provider to receive guidance on when, and how often you should test based on your family’s health history.
