Well Aware Wellness Toolbox

More than ever, it is essential that our wellness "toolbox" be filled with everything we need to make our mental and physical health a priority. This page is filled with tools you can use as you continue to prioritize your health and wellness. Do you have suggestions for additional resources? Email your ideas to Well Aware.

Well Aware Virtual Exercise Schedule	Free classes for MCPS employees including Mindfulness, Zumba, Stretch and Tone
Wellbeats	Thousands of free online classes for all ages, interests, and levels to help you achieve your health and wellness goals April: Stress Less Program Flyer Stress Less Program Calendar Foam Roller Program
HFP Live	A live stream and video library with webinars, workshops, demos and fitness classes in real time and recording. Click here to join. Password mcpsmd
Weekly Recorded Exercise Classes! Yoga Class (New 4/15 thru 4/21) Pilates/Yoga/Mindfulness (New 4/15 -4/21) Chair Yoga (New 4/15-4/21) Total Body Conditioning (New 4/15-4/21)	Convenient classes specifically for MCPS employees (recorded weekly)
MCPS Employee Assistance Program (EAP)	Professional, confidential counseling to you and eligible family members on a variety of life issues
MCPS EAP/Well Aware Connection April: Stress Awareness Month	Coping with Stress from the CDC Stress or Anxiety? Stress symptoms Physical Symptoms of Stress Stress Relievers
Virtual Staff Wellness Day	Take a few minutes out of your professional day to give our wellness programs a try! Sample some of the classes that Well Aware hosts throughout the year, as well as prioritize your health and wellness! Click here for the class schedule, links, and class descriptions. Keeping a Healthy Back webinar (4/10/24) Teacher Appreciation Week May 2024 (Zen Drawing, Sound Meditation)
Mental Health Resources	Click here to access medical plan resources and other mental health resources
Running Program	Running Webinars: Fundamental Training Principles Passcode: S?Ef!A5@ Nutrition: Fueling Before, During, and After Workouts Passcode: .Z8n$&^. Goal Setting Passcode: BzcU%35g
Mindfulness	Mindful Moments Videos: Mindful tools from MCPS to help you manage anxiety and stress Building a Sustainable Gratitude Practice Upcoming Mindfulness/Yoga In-Person Classes Mindfulness Series (April)
Cooking Demonstrations	View and cook along with Well Aware Cooking Demonstrations. Winter Warmers (Recipes) Smoothie Demonstration (1/29) Recording
Cigna Healthcare Resources	Convenient resources from health coaching, and behavior change classes for Cigna members. Omada: Lose weight and create healthy habits. Foods that Fuel Immunity Webinar Moms Meals (Meal Delivery)
Kaiser Permanente Health Apps	Self-care apps at no cost to Kaiser Permanente members Omada: Lose weight and create healthy habits
Kaiser Permanente Mental Health Resources	Mental health supports for Kaiser Permanente members
National Healthy Sleep Awareness Project	Sleep education from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine KP Rest and Revive Workbook How sleep impacts your finances and career
Water, Hydration, and Health	Educational information from nutrition.gov on making better beverage choices
Slow the Spread	CDC recommendations for protecting yourself and others from Covid-19
Healthy Lunch Recipes	Easy, healthy, and fun lunch ideas Heart Healthy Fajita Recipe
Developing Your Self-Care Plan	Ideas to help you identify your values and determine a strategy to fit self-care into your day
Resources with Links for MCPS Staff	Physical activity, stress mamagement, healthy nutrition, and covid links for MCPS staff
Resources as a Presentation	Physical activity, stress mamagement, healthy nutrition, and covid links for MCPS staff (presentation form) Watch the presentation in a video from Lisa Cooperstein, Wellness Coordinator.

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