Health Awareness Offerings

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Anxiety and Depression

Friday, May 29

12:10-12:50 p.m., PWF

Amber Simons, worklife/wellness specialist

What do you know about anxiety and depression? Do you know when it’s time to seek medical help? Find out how to recognize the signs and symptoms of anxiety and depression, how to treat them, and what community resources are available to help you.

Mortgage Foreclosures: What You Need to Know
Tuesday, June 2 (5:15-5:55 p.m.), PWF
Robert Laszynski, attorney
An explanation of the rights and responsibilities of a property owner facing foreclosure. Choose one of the above sessions to attend.

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Charting a Course for Your Financial Future
Thursday, June 4 (4:10-4:50 p.m.), STEW 320
Elizabeth Kiss, extension specialist
With the trend of affluence and growth at a standstill, many are faced with loss and uncertainty. Find hope and the means to manage personal and financial challenges during difficult economic times. Choose one of the above sessions to attend.

Relationships and Money
Tuesday, June 9 (4:10-4:50 p.m.), STEW 320
Branna Smith, worklife specialist
Sara Primeau, EAP counselor
Love and money can go hand in hand. Discover tips for a healthy relationship through effective communication - even in a financial family crisis. Choose one of the above sessions to attend.

How to Update Your Resume
Tuesday, June 9 (5:15-5:55 p.m.), STEW 320
Judy Potts, employment manager
The why and the how of resume reviews, updates, and varieties is something we usually do not spend a lot of time constructing or changing. The current status of the global economy is reason to pause and internally identify skills, abilities, and previous work experiences in a document for a competitive employment market. Choose one of the above sessions to attend.

Taxes Today, Retirement Tomorrow
Monday, June 22
12:10-12:50 p.m., STEW 318

Rob McMinn, individual consultant, TIAA-CREF

Get the bottom line on making yourself money.

How to Cut Your Grocery Bill
Tuesday, June 23 (5:15-5:55 p.m.), PWF
Karen Hosterman, registered dietitian
Even in these tough times, you can cut costs at the supermarket by using strategies that will help you stretch your food dollar, understand bargains and know when to use canned, fresh or frozen foods in your meal planning. Choose one of the above sessions to attend.

Online health awareness offerings

Now available: online health awareness presentations on a variety of topics. Log in to the HRS WorkLife Programs registration system (select "Register Now" on the left navigation bar), select "Health Awareness," and scroll down to choose a presentation. Select "My Enrollment" to first view the presentation, and then return to take the quiz to earn credit for the red apple as part of Healthy Purdue 2009.

Available presentations include:

Online - Anxiety and Depression

What do you know about anxiety and depression? Do you know when it’s time to seek medical help? Find out how to recognize the signs and symptoms of anxiety and depression, how to treat them, and what community resources are available to help you.
Online - Blood Pressure Basics

Here’s your chance to learn about your blood pressure measures and exactly what they can tell you. In this workshop, you’ll discover the dangers of elevated blood pressure and find out how lifestyle changes such as diet, blood pressure, and medication can have an impact.
Online - Cholesterol: The Good and the Bad
Online - Healthy Eating and You

Always on the go? Learn how to properly fuel (and not overfuel) yourself. This presentation will provide useful information, such as identifying which snacks boost your energy, rather than drain it. You’ll also discover what the typical American dinner plate looks like, as well as what it should look like. With a few tips and suggestions, and a little preparation, you can eat healthier on the run.
Online - Move It and Lose It

So many people feel as if they need to starve in order to lose weight. Fortunately, that isn’t the case. By incorporating two small changes into your daily routine – increasing activity (moving) to burn an additional 100 calories and shaving off (losing) 100 calories from your intake - you can lose weight without punishing yourself by starvation or excessive exercise. Doing this faithfully can help you lose 20 pounds in a year!
Online - Nutritious Choices for Busy Living
Online - Self-Care Techniques

Generally, you can recover from an illness or injury without needing special medical care. But how can you tell when it’s time to seek medical care? This class will give you the tools to prevent and treat common health problems, to know when medical attention is necessary, and to select the best healthcare provider for your situation. Attendees will receive a complimentary copy of “Healthier at Home,” a manual published by the American Institute for Preventive Medicine.
Online - Stress: Ally or Enemy?

All programs are free unless otherwise noted. Advance registration for classes is required. If you have any questions, call 49-45461. If you need accommodation to participate in a program, please contact us at least 14 days prior to the date of the activity.

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