October 2019
Monthly News and Updates from the Wellness Program
Get Walking this Fall

Join our month long walking program, Walktober, which kicks off today.
Registrants will aim to walk at least 6,000 steps at least five days a week in October in order to successfully complete the challenge.
There are great recipes, walking maps and the chance to join a team of fellow faculty and staff for extra motivation. Randomly selected participants who complete the program will be chosen for a "walking enthusiast kit" or a free two week pass at One to One or Next Level Fitness.

Join the fun and enjoy the fall colors with Walktober!
Help Fight the Stigma Associated with Mental Illness
The week of October 6-12 has been designated as Mental Illness Awareness month across the United States. We know that our community at CWRU will be stronger when we support the mental health and well-being of all. As part of our efforts to support and de-stigmatize mental illness, the Wellness Program reminds the campus community that:
  • Mental illness is common. One in five Americans are affected by mental health conditions.
  • The university cares about its faculty and staff. Along with ongoing Wellness programs in stress management, our Employee Assistance Program, Impact Solutions, offers free counseling to faculty and staff as well as their family members.
  • Treatment works! Contact your health care provider or Impact Solutions if you are struggling.
  • We have resources for the campus community.
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NAMI (The National Alliance on Mental Illness) has this cool quiz to determine if you carry a stigma around mental health. Take the quiz and find out how you can be a better advocate for family, friends, colleagues and students.
Health Benefits Decisions? We've Got You Covered
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In advance of the open enrollment period, November 4-30, 2019, the Wellness and Benefits teams are joining forces to help CWRU faculty and staff make the best decisions they can about their health benefits choices.
In this 5-part series, participants will learn the basics of health insurance, get details about CWRU specific plans, and learn how to best use their health and well being benefits. Finally, during the Benefits fair, there will be presentations from Anthem and Medical Mutual about their specific offerings. Attend at least four of the five sessions and be in the running for a CWRU sweatshirt!


We've Got You Covered
Thursdays at 12:30
10/18 through 11/7
TVUC First Floor Conference Room
( Please note the Medical Mutual offering will be on Wed. 11/6 in the TVUC Gaming Room)

Learn more about each session and register for the series, or for specific classes on the Wellness Website.
Aging Parent or Loved One? Get Support in New Series
During the four week series, Caring for Your Aging Loved One, participants will learn about legal aspects like advanced directives, as well as practical and emotional support. Read more about each topic on the Wellness Website.

Caring for an Aging Loved One
Fridays at 12:30
10/18 through 11/8
Mandel Center Room 108
Learn to Spin with Intro to Hip Hop Cycling
Those interested in trying indoor cycling are welcome to take this Intro to Hip Hop Cycling class at One to One Fitness. The class will start with instruction on a bike set up with cueing and will increase in intensity week on week. New riders are VERY welcome.

Intro to Hip Hop Cycling
Fridays, Noon to 12:45
October 4 through November 8
One to One Fitness
Prevent Illness with the Wellness Program
Flu Shots are Back!

Come to a free flu shot clinic, with your CWRU ID.

No appointment necessary, just drop in!
Come prepped with your waiver filled out to save time!

You May Be Eligible for Health Coaching

This fall, we are again working with Omada to offer free health coaching for those at risk for diabetes. If your Quest Diagnostic screening results fall in the range of concern, Omada will invite you to join.

96% of participants in last year's cohort said they would recommend this coaching to friends and coworkers.
You Can Do a Strength Workout Without Going to the Gym
Workstation Workout is a six week class designed to help faculty and staff start to integrate strength training into their weekly routine. Each week, the workout will become just a little more challenging. You will learn a full body workout that you can complete at your desk with just your body weight and a resistance band (supplied by the Wellness Program).

Workstation Workout
Thursdays at 1 PM
October 10 through November 14
Thwing Center Room 224
Yoga for the Office is Back!
We’ve heard about the negative health effects of sitting for prolonged periods of time but being active during the day can counteract these effects.

In this 6-week series, participants will learn yoga movements adapted specifically for the office environment. These movements are designed to be easily integrated into the workday. Wear comfortable clothing that will allow you to move and stretch. No mat needed! Each class is 45 minutes.

Yoga for the Office
Wednesdays at 1 PM
October 9 through November 27th (no class 10/16 or 11/6)
Crawford 720
Don't Forget
Faculty and staff who will be using one of the university's medical plans can earn from $300-500 in 2020!
Deadline is November 30, 2019
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Coming In November
The Healthy ZZZ's Challenge
CWRU Wellness
Elizabeth Click, Medical Director - erc10@case.edu
Mary Ann Dobbins, Wellness Manager - mxd490@case.edu
216-368-5997