Grief is a normal and natural response to loss that we all experience in our lives. However, we don’t always know how to best support ourselves and others who are grieving. Nothing will take away the pain of grief, but […]
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Be Sure to “Go Red” on National Wear Red Day
The American Heart Association (AHA) will hold its yearly National Wear Red Day on Friday, Feb. 4, to call attention […]
Webinar on Coping with Grief Set for Jan. 25
Grief is a normal and natural response to loss that we all experience in our lives. However, we don't always […]
Pile on the Miles Fall Challenge Winners Announced
Nearly 5,500 MCPS employees increased their physical activity during Well Aware’s fall physical activity challenge: Pile on the Miles. They […]
Ready, Set, Goal!
Join us to learn to identify and target unhealthy behaviors and turn healthy ones into habits that stick. The first […]
Check Out the Online Health and Wellness Toolbox
As we head toward winter break, remember that MCPS has resources to help you decompress and make your health a […]
Getting Healthy Sleep
Well Aware’s latest webinar will explore the benefits of healthy sleep and provide tips on getting your best sleep. This […]
Check Out the Online Health and Wellness Toolbox
The Well Aware Wellness Toolbox is a webpage with many resources to help MCPS staff as they return to schools […]
Great American Smokeout Set for Nov. 18
The American Cancer Society marks the Great American Smokeout on the third Thursday of November each year. Smokers are encouraged […]
Well-Being Matters Discusses the Benefits of Therapy Dogs
The latest episode of “Well-Being Matters,” discusses the benefits of therapy dogs. “Well-Being Matters” is an MCPS video series for staff members […]
Incorporating Herbs and Other Natural Foods in Your Diet
Join us to learn the basics of herbs and their health effects. Find out how to incorporate herbs and natural […]
MCPS Staff Continue to Pile on the Miles in the Fall Physical Activity Challenge
Walking can reduce your risk for chronic illnesses such as diabetes, cancer and heart disease. A walk every day can reduce […]
EAP Hosting Virtual Program on Caregiving During COVID-19
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is hosting a virtual program on COVID-19 and caregiving at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. […]
You Can Quit for Good
Since Kaiser Permanente and MCPS first teamed up to offer the Quit for Good tobacco cessation program, hundreds of MCPS […]
Getting a Flu Shot Could Be More Important Than Ever
Getting a flu shot has always been a smart thing to do. It is the best way to protect against […]
Virtual Screenings for Depression Set for Oct. 5–7
The MCPS Employee Assistance Program (EAP) will conduct virtual screenings for depression, anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder […]
Employees Have Until Oct. 8 to Save on Health Insurance in 2022
Have you completed your biometric health screening (or the alternative training*) and health risk assessment yet? If not, you could […]
Employees Have Until Oct. 8 to Save on Health Insurance in 2022
Have you completed your biometric health screening (or the alternative training*) and health risk assessment yet? If not, you could […]
Online Seminar to Offer Information on Depression, Suicide
Every year, thousands of individuals die by suicide, leaving behind their friends and family members to navigate the tragedy of […]
Virtual Screenings for Depression Set for Oct. 5–7
The MCPS Employee Assistance Program (EAP) will conduct virtual screenings for depression, anxiety disorder, bipolar disorder and post-traumatic stress disorder […]
A New Physical Activity Challenge for Fall: Pile on the Miles
Walking can reduce the risk for chronic illnesses such as diabetes, cancer and heart disease. A walk every day can reduce […]
Well-Being Matters Looks at the Importance of Exercise
The latest episode of “Well-Being Matters,” discusses the benefits of exercise, and how to incorporate movement into your day. “Well-Being Matters” is […]
Finding More Margin in Your Days
Join us for this webinar for tips to lessen time stress, create healthy boundaries, and build more self-care and downtime […]
Caregiver Support Group Meeting Set for September 29
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) regularly offers a Caregiver Support Group to provide helpful resources and establish connections among the […]
Isn’t It Time You Quit for Good?
Most smokers know that smoking is bad for their health and harmful to the people around them. They know they […]
Webinar to Focus on Helping You Stay Healthy
Join us for this webinar to review common health concerns and screenings and find strategies to keep your family members […]
Alternative to Biometric Health Screening Available
Reminder: An alternative way to complete the Wellness Initiatives biometric health screening is available again this year for MCPS employees. Due […]
BurnAlong: Second Annual Virtual Summer Camp Is Here!
BurnAlong, the free health and wellness platform available to staff through MCPS and CareFirst, has launched its second annual Virtual […]
Latest Well-Being Matters Looks at Post-Pandemic Teen Life
The latest episode of “Well-Being Matters,” discusses the transition to post-pandemic life for teens. “Well-Being Matters” is an MCPS video series […]
Thriving with Arthritis
Join us for a webinar to learn about arthritis, treatment options and resources to help those with the condition better […]
