Case Western Reserve University
September 2015
Fall Wellness Activities 
 
It is September and the start of our Biometric Screening Season. The on-campus screening dates (Sept. 15 - Nov. 30) are open for scheduling at the Quest website (use registration key CWRU). Registering for an early fall appointment is suggested.

This is the third year we are asking employees to participate and you may be wondering why.
  1. Most importantly, it provides valuable information about your current health status. We hope you will share these results during your next health care provider visit.
  2. The aggregate data received each year helps us determine necessary programs and resources. For example, if a decrease in physical activity is noted we will work on adding more opportunities to be active at work.
Please note that all the results are de-identified so we do NOT see any individual results.  
  
Today is September 1st and the Health Risk Appraisal and Tobacco Attestation Form are now available within HCM.  Please make sure that you complete them prior to November 30th if you wish to receive the $25 monthly Wellness Premium Incentive in 2016 (available for all faculty and staff using one of our medical plans).  The Health Risk Appraisal is available at www.case.edu/hra.  The Tobacco Attestation Form is available within HCM Main Menu - Self Service - Benefits - Tobacco Attestation Form (click on your answer choice and then the save button).
 
You may confirm that all wellness activities have been completed by going into HCM Main Menu -
Self Service - Personal Information - Wellness Summary
 Once there is a check mark and date next to each of the three activities, you will know that your participation has been documented in the system.
 
If you have any questions about participation, the monetary incentives or the program in general, please contact us at wellness@case.edu.
Meditation 1 and 2
Beat Stress with Meditation this Fall!

Meditation 1.0
Four week class designed for those new to meditation or for those who want a brush up.
Mondays at 12:30 PM in Nord 356 -  9/21 thru 10/12
Register Now!

Meditation 2.0
Four week class with advanced meditation practice for those who have taken Meditation 1.0 at CWRU or have practiced elsewhere.
Wednesdays at 12:30 PM in Mandel Center 108 - 9/23 thru 10/14
Register Now!
Workstation Workout - Evenings in Thwing or Lunchtimes in Tinkham Veale
This easy to follow strength training program is designed to be completed at your desk, or almost anywhere. Each class is 45 minutes or less.

Workstation Workout

Thursdays at 1:15 PM 9/3 thru 9/24
Tinkham Veale University Center Gaming Room
Register Now!

Mondays at 5:15 PM 9/14 thru 10/5
Thwing Center, Bellflower Lounge
Register Now!

Strength training is an essential part of a healthy exercise routine!
Check out Crafters@Case!
If you want to realize your inner creativity, make new friends, relax and have fun then the Crafters@Case invite you to join them!  The Crafters enjoy a myriad of health benefits from needlework, jewelry cra beading-kit.jpgfting, and other art media, in addition to the camaraderie of a diverse group in an inspiring, stress-reducing and nurturing environment.Everyone is welcome regardless of skill level (lessons are free).  There are no dues/annual fees.  Please contact Brinn Omabegho ( brinn@case.edu) for more information.

Crafters@Case get together between noon and 1:30 PM on:
  • Mondays in the Wolstein Cafeteria
  • Tuesdays in the School of Nursing Second Floor (across from elevators)
  • Wednesdays in the BRB Cafeteria
  • Thursdays in the UH Atrium
We've Added Another Mindfulness Class
Due to overwhelming interest in our September 3 Mindfulness session, we have added a second 8-week session. This series of interactive workshops is designed to teach the practice of mindfulness to improve your ability to focus and positively impact your overall health and well-being.

Mindfulness
Wednesdays at 12:30 PM 9/23 to 11/11
Rockefeller 303
Register Now!.
Healthy Eating at CWRU
It can be challenging to eat healthy, but CWRU is committed to making it a little bit easier.
At the vending machines, look for this green sign which indicates the machine is stocked with healthy choices. Each of the healthy options is flagged with a green tab and contains 220 or fewer calories.

Check out the National Wellness Institute's "Wellness in 10" on the Nutrition and Weight Management Page on the wellness website.

You might take advantage of a local CSA like Fresh Fork Market.
In This Issue
National Childhood Obesity Month
Right now one in three children in the United States are overweight or obese. Childhood overweight generally leads to a lifetime of struggle with weight and diseases associated with overweight. Try these ideas to improve health in your own home:

1. Have fruit on hand for healthy snacks
2. Take a family walk after dinner each night
3. Take advantage of the
We Can program through the NIH.
Contact Us
Elizabeth Click
Medical Director
erc10@case.edu

Mary Ann Dobbins
Wellness Coordinator
mxd490@case.edu
Ease@Work Webinar
Our partner Ease@Work offers employees one-on-one counseling for a variety of issues from nutrition to elder care.
 
In addition, they have launched a webinar series to reach a broader audience. This month's webinar called "Shifting Gears" is scheduled to take place on September 15th at noon and again at 2 PM. This webinar will teach personal strategies on dealing with both the losses and the gains that change brings to your life.

To register go to http://www.easeatwork.com/
Enter Username: CWRU
Password: EASE
Click on the Worklife Website on the bottom right.
On the next page click on the Worklife Website button again.
At the bottom of the page you will see the link for upcoming webinars.
Weight Watchers
At the end of September, Weight Watchers is offering an "INSPIRE" open house to showcase success stories and kick start fall weight loss goals.
In addition, guests will be given an "I Love Leftovers" cookbook and one insulated lunch bag.
Meetings take place at Noon
Wednesdays in the School of Nursing Room 2280
or
Thursdays in the Cleveland Room at the Thwing Center. 
In this TED talk titled " Bring Work to Life", Tracy Brower shares insights on
balancing work and life, and how to keep both happy and fulfilling. 

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