CONNECT WITH NATURE SERIES
2nd Quarter Employee Wellness Challenge
Reduce stress and discover the healing power of the outdoors
Dates: May 2, June 2, and August 1
Employee Wellness News
The Lafayette Employee Wellness Program (LEWP) offers monthly news, tips, and resources from our benefit providers.
This Month’s Features:
connect with nature series | travel safety | alcohol awareness month | all about walking | making the best of situations | stress & your mouth | getting ready for kids & summer
APRIL WELLNESS FOCUS - TRAVEL SAFETY
Travel is a time for rest and relaxation. Your safety and wellness are key to having the best travel experience. Check out these resources for good travel health.
ALCOHOL AWARENESS MONTH
Less alcohol intake is better for your health than more. Men should limit alcoholic beverages to no more than 2 per day, and women should limit intake to no more than 1 drink per day. Alcohol consumption can increase risks for 6 types of cancer. Those who drink alcohol have a higher risk from all causes of death than non-drinkers.
ALL ABOUT WALKING
Move more, sit less, every day. Get walking. It’s fun and easy, low cost, and no special equipment is needed except a pair of supportive shoes. Walking consistently as exercise may reduce risks of high blood pressure, heart disease, and diabetes, and may improve your mood. A ten-minute, brisk walk is enough to boost your energy and mood for one to two hours. When you return from a brief walk you will be more productive and focused for the rest of the day!
STRESS AND YOUR MOUTH (from Delta Dental)
Signs of stress-related disorders appear in your mouth along with other areas of your body. Learn the warning signs and what you can do to reduce stress and its affects on your mouth and overall health.
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Getting Ready for Kids & Summer with your wellthy resources
School-free days, spontaneous adventures, and plenty of “I’m bored” moments are just around the corner. While your kids are dreaming of splash pads, sleepovers, and late-night s’mores, you’re probably wondering how you’ll keep them safe, entertained, and cared for while you’re working.
That’s where Wellthy comes in. Whether you need a sitter for a day, a week of full-time coverage, or a lineup of exciting summer camps, we’re here to help you build a care plan that fits your family’s needs and your schedule. With Wellthy, you have access to:
☀️ Summer camps & activities: Whether you’re scouting out STEM adventures, soccer drills, or creative arts programs, we’ll help you find camps, clinics, and activities that match your child’s interests.
☀️Childcare planning: From finding the right in-home nanny or daycare to exploring local programs, we’ll help you discover reliable care solutions tailored to your family’s needs.
☀️Academic support & enrichment: Need a tutor or educational program to keep your child learning over the summer? We’ll help you find and evaluate options that make learning fun.
☀️ Financial assistance resources: We can help you locate programs that offer financial support for childcare, giving you access to the care you need without added stress.
Summer fun shouldn’t mean parent stress. Let Wellthy help you create a summer care plan now, so when the bell rings for the last day of school, you’ll be ready.
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Upcoming Webinars
Don’t miss these free virtual wellness presentations from your benefit providers:
Grow Where You Are Planted: Making the Best of Situations (Health Advocate)
How do we know when to accept things as they are or when a change in perspective is needed? During this webinar with guest presenter Marie Arterberry, LCSW, we’ll explore how expectations affect happiness and share practical tips for enjoying life and thriving.
Topics to be covered:
• How expectations affect happiness
• Improving work satisfaction
