Our thanks to everyone that have participated so far in our on-site wellness screenings. We are pleased to share the following statistics; 1,584 of our staff have registered in the CHC Wellness portal, and 974 have completed their health screening. If you have not completed your screening, please refer to the instructions under November Annual Health Screenings. If you have not scheduled your on-site health screening, do so now!
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Rewards and Wellness Points |
We are excited to share that we have 974 staff members who have attained the Wellness Champion Level! Charlotte Ferris, HR, is currently the leader with 255 points and well on her way to Warrior status, followed by Somphol Chau, Liberty with 242 points, and Jenny Gonzalez, Algonquin Lakes and Jefrey Leary, DCHS with 237 points each. Warrior status is achieved by earning 300 points.
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STEPember Walking Challenge Winners |
Congratulations to our Winners! Our winners had the highest average steps over 9,000 per day.
- 1st place: Patricia Kumm, Neubert – Avg. daily steps 23,699
- 2nd place: Tracy Beatty, DCHS – Avg. daily steps 21,375
- 3rd place: Eric Hunt, DCHS – Avg. daily steps 21,331
Remember, you earn Wellness Points for your participation in the annual health screening and other various D300 Wellness activities. Check your points by logging into your CHCW portal. The D300 Wellness Rewards Guide 2020 includes information and a list of ways you can earn points, click here.
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November Wellness Activities |
Physical Health
Annual Health Screenings & Flu Shots – On-Site Screenings are in progress
We are happy to report that 1,196 staff members have registered for a Health Screening via the CHCW Wellness portal, and those that have completed the screenings have been pleased with the convenient, efficient screening events. As a reminder, all benefit-eligible employees are required to participate in the screenings.
Health Screenings - (100 Wellness Points)
There are three ways you can accomplish this by scheduling an appointment:
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"On-Site" event at your base building;
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At a remote Northwestern Location. Register in CHC Wellbeing, follow the instruction on page 4, click here. For a list of locations, click here;
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With your physician,
Flu Shots On-Site - (20 Wellness Points)
In addition to the free Health Screenings, we are offering FREE Flu Shots to all employees. No registration is required and will be available while supplies last.
Health & Lifestyle Survey - (50 Wellness Points)
Employees who participate in the Northwestern Medicine Wellness Screening AND complete the Health & Lifestyle Survey on the nm.chcw.com Portal will earn 50 Wellness Points.
Fitness
Virtual Fitness Sessions - (5 Wellness Points)
Walking Program - (10 Wellness Points)
Registration for the Challenge closes on November 3rd
The 2nd Annual Triple T (Turkey Trot Team) Walking challenge begins November 4th and runs through November 26th. Teams (consisting of 2 staff members) will need to register via CHC Wellbeing. The top 10 teams will be placed in a drawing for the grand prize winner. Three teams will be picked, and those team members will each win a $25 Gift Card from Butcher on the Block. For more information and instructions, click here.
Employee Benefits
Deeper Dive Into FSA - Understanding Flexible Spending Accounts - (5 Wellness Points)
Thursday, November 19 @ 3:30 hosted by The Horton Group
If you currently participate in theFlexible Spending Plan (FSA) or are interested in learning about how an FSA plan works, this session is for you. To join this virtual session, click here.
Mental Health
Perspectives Wellness Webinars - (5 Wellness Points)
Earn points by watching the Perspective Webinarof the month. For November, it is "Top Social Issues for Teens in Today's World" - In this webinar, you will learn how to utilize Emotionally Charged Saving techniques that will motivate you to set and keep your savings goals. For instructions on how to complete this and earn points, click here.
Perspective Scavenger Hunt - (5 Wellness Points)
November 16 - November 30
Learn about District 300's Employee Assistance Program (EAP) by participating in their website's scavenger hunt. For more information, click here.
NW Medicine - CISM - (5 Wellness Points)
Critical Incident Stress Management (CISM) is a strategic approach to fostering resilience within all individuals during crises and disasters. The CISM continuum of care is the most commonly used strategic planning system for disaster mental health, to promote wellness through planning and preparation, provide resilience-building interventions, and support access to treatment rehabilitation.
The program is being offered free to any D300 Staff member. It is a 1-1/12 hour one-time session and is being offered three times during November. To register to attend a virtual session,
Financial Health
Security Fraud Prevention - (5 Wellness Points)
Thursday, November 12 @ 4 p.m. hosted by Transamerica
While some things in life are beyond your control, there are proactive ways to help protect yourself online. Learn more about the latest cyber threats, steps you can take to stay safe, and the multifaceted measures Transamerica takes to secure your data — including features you can add to your account right now. To join this virtual session, click here to register.
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District 300
2550 Harnish Drive, Algonquin, IL 60102
P: 847-551-8300 | F: 847-551-8413
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