2020 | Issue 16
Upcoming Dates

SEPTEMBER
14-18 JDRF Real Estate Games (virtual)
21 The Outbreak wellness challenge begins

OCTOBER
12 Columbus Day holiday
31 The Outbreak wellness challenge ends
Questions?
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In this spirit of inclusion, the Inclusion & Diversity Committee would like your input on ideas, suggestions and Inclusion & Diversity experiences. While the committee is tasked with spearheading the company’s I&D efforts, your feedback and participation in events will help us as we plan, organize and address these very important topics.
At Donohoe, our people and the individual differences, unique capabilities, life experiences, knowledge, and ideas that we each bring to the table are valued. It's what brings our achievements to life and solidifies Donohoe’s culture and reputation as a great place to work. Through team work, collaboration and mutual respect for one another, we are able to build and maintain an environment that embraces different perspectives, values everyone's contribution, shows respect, and provides equal opportunity to all employees. Inclusion and diversity are pillars of integrity, the fundamental principle of Donohoe's identity. Thank you in advance for your continued commitment to upholding this company value.
REGISTER for the 2020 JDRF Real Estate Games by Friday, September 11th
Monday, September 14 - Friday, September 18

This year’s JDRF Real Estate Games is going VIRTUAL! The commercial real estate communities in DC, NY and Chicago will be competing in virtual events every day during the week of September 14th. Run a mile, take a yoga class, compete in trivia night, or take part in a team building event to earn points for Team Donohoe.

Participants sign up and compete individually but points are awarded to Donohoe based on participation as well as placement, if it is a competitive challenge. All points will roll over to the in person 2021 Games – so this is a great way to gain points for next year!  

Activities are FREE and Donohoe/CBS employees can sign up for as many events as you would like to. Click below and enter "DONOHOE" in the company line when registering.
Sign Up Now for
The Outbreak
Zombie Challenge
September 11 - REGISTRATION ENDS
September 21 - CHALLENGE BEGINS
October 31 - CHALLENGE ENDS
Sign up now for the walking challenge where your team's real-life steps keep you ahead of the zombie horde. Register your team of 3-6 co-workers now!

DOWNLOAD THE APP TO JOIN
The Outbreak is solely played on your phone and pulls steps/activity directly from your smartphone via Apple HealthKit, Google Fit, or your fitness tracker (i.e. Fitbit). You need THE OUTBREAK Challenge iOS or Android app to participate. Download it for free from your phone’s app store.
 
GROUP CODE: S6T54R

Click here to learn more. Click here to view/print flyer.
New users:
1. Once the app completely downloads to your phone, click “Register”
2. Enter our group code, and then click “Save and Continue”
3. Enter your name, email address, and password on the next screen and then click “Save and Continue”. 
4. When prompted, complete The Outbreak Sign-up Wizard - this includes creating your character, joining or creating a team, and loading your fitness tracker information.  
Returning users: 
1. Login to The Outbreak app with your email and password.
2. Once logged in, tap 'Use an Invite Code'.
3. When prompted enter our group code
4. Select 'Donohoe Scavenger Run' from the list of challenges, create your character and join or create a team.
HOW DOES CHOLESTEROL WORK?

High LDL + Low HDL + High Triglycerides = Increased fatty buildup within artery walls and increased risk for heart disease
Cholesterol produced, and overproduced by the liver and sent out into the bloodstream comes in two main types LDL, or Low-Density Lipoprotein and HDL, or High-Density Lipoprotein. 

  • LDL, known as ‘bad’ cholesterol, can build up inside arteries, narrowing vessels, increasing risk of blockage and heart attack or stroke.
  • HDL, commonly known as ‘good’ cholesterol, acting as a scavenger, carries LDL away from arteries back to the liver to be broken down and passed from the body. 
  • A Third component, Triglycerides, are the most common type of fat in the body. Their job is to store excess energy or fat from your diet. High levels are linked with that same fatty build up and risk of blockage as LDL.

View the ShareCare health library at carefirst.com/livinghealthy
Learn more about cholesterol at heart.org/Cholesterol
Click here to view/print flyer

Cholesterol Topics:
9/1 What is Cholesterol
9/8 How Does Cholesterol Work
9/15 Know Your Numbers
9/22 Tips for Improving Cholesterol Pt. 1
9/29 Tips for Improving Cholesterol Pt. 2
Looking for tools, info and activities to keep you on your wellness journey during COVID-19? The CareFirst ShareCare Wellness platform has everything you need to stay focused, including articles and videos on wellness topics important to you, and activity trackers to keep you moving towards your wellness goals! 

HEALTH COACHING
To Register go to Carefirst.com/Sharecare.
Receive individual Coaching targeting areas like: Healthy Eating, Weight or Stress Management, Healthy Eating, and Tobacco Cessation.
EAP Webinar: September 9th @ 12pm
EMOTIONAL COMPOSURE - REMAINING UNRUFFLED & DYNAMIC UNDER STRESS
Emotions are a healthy part of the human experience. Acknowledging emotions and under-standing your personal stress style is the first step in beginning to control them. In this highly interactive session, we will discuss a selection of customary stressors as well as techniques for exercising control over them.
Education by Empower Webinars
Empower's interactive educational Webex series are open to all Donohoe/CBS employees and focus on a variety of financial topics (not specific to the company retirement plan). Learn to stretch your dollars further during September's "Financial Fitness" webinars:

Wednesday, September 9 
11 a.m., 1 p.m., 3 p.m.
Tuesday, September 15 (en Espanol)  
10:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m.
Thursday, September 24  
12 p.m., 2 p.m., 4 p.m.
Wednesday, September 30  
1:30 p.m., 3:30 p.m., 5:30 p.m.
Note: Enter "Donohoe" in the comments field when registering.

IMMUNIZATION REMINDER!
Are your child(ren) immunizations up-to-date? Contact your pediatrician as soon as possible to schedule an appointment.  

Due to COVID-19, recent pediatric in-office appointments were either cancelled or changed to telemedicine visits. As a result, many infants, children and teens were not able to receive regularly scheduled immunizations to protect them against diseases such as whooping cough, measles, and meningitis. Not being immunized against these dangerous diseases puts children and their family members at risk for serious health problems. The good news is, many doctors’ offices have now reopened for routine care and children can be safely seen in the doctor’s office. If your child is behind on immunizations, please contact your pediatrician soon to schedule an appointment.
National Preparedness Month is recognized each September to promote family and community disaster planning now and throughout the year. During COVID-19, there is no better time to be involved than now: "Disasters Don’t Wait. Make Your Plan Today."

Week 2: Build A Kit

Gather supplies that will last for several days after a disaster for everyone living in your home. Don’t forget to consider the unique needs each person or pet may have in case you have to evacuate quickly. Update your kits and supplies based on recommendations by the Centers for Disease Control.
source: ready.gov/plan
We're hiring! If interested in an open position, current and furloughed employees are encouraged to apply ASAP. Click to view the position descriptions.

APPLY NOW!
TDC/CBS EMPLOYEES: Contact your direct supervisor to apply.

DHS HOTEL EMPLOYEES: Follow the hotel internal job transfer policy and contact your GM to apply. 
DHS Homewood Suites by Hilton Reston, VA:

DHS Cambria Hotel Washington DC Capitol Riverfront:

DHS Canopy by Hilton Baltimore Harbor Point:

CBS:
Chief Engineer, Washington, DC
Building Engineer, Largo, MD
Chief Engineer, Washington, DC
Maintenance Mechanic, Washington, DC
Building Engineer, Chantilly, VA
Lead Engineer, Washington, DC
HVAC Mechanic, Washington, DC
Assistant Chief Engineer, Washington, DC
HVAC Service Technician, Washington, DC
Maintenance Technician, Washington, DC
HVAC Mechanic, Washington, DC
Proposal Manager, Washington, DC
Building Engineer, Washington, DC
Building Engineer, Baltimore, MD

DCC:
Estimator, Bethesda, MD
The 2020 Presidential election is on Tuesday, November 3, 2020. In DC, MD and VA, the voter registration deadline for the general election is October 13, 2020. Make sure that you are registered so that you can cast your vote on election day!

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