Healthy Boiler virtual workshop presented by SupportLinc to focus on healthy living

SupportLinc, provider of behavioral health services for Purdue’s West Lafayette campus, is presenting a virtual Healthy Boiler workshop on Oct. 4 titled “Healthy Living.” The workshop, which supports the behavioral health and physical health pillars of the Healthy Boiler Program, is being offered at three times that day to meet the diverse needs of potential attendees.

Healthy living can be defined as the nutritional, physiological and psychological balance that individuals achieve by understanding their body. Study after study confirms that living a healthy lifestyle, getting regular exercise, eating well and getting proper rest helps people live a longer and better life. This workshop will review the essentials of healthy nutrition, weight management and exercise. Participants will learn about the building blocks of wellness and how to live a healthier lifestyle and implement permanent lifestyle changes to achieve healthy living.

On Oct. 4, the workshop will be available at the following times:

• 8-9 a.m. ET, register here
• 3-4 p.m. ET, register here
• 8-9 p.m. ET, register here

Those interested in attending should register by Oct. 3 via the links above.

Additional healthy living resources via the CHL

Benefits-eligible employees and their dependents covered on a Purdue health plan can schedule an appointment with a health coach or dietitian at the Center for Healthy Living (CHL). 

Health coaches are available to assist employees at the West Lafayette, Northwest (Hammond and Westville) and Fort Wayne campuses via phone or in person. Call 765-494-0111 to schedule with Cheryl Laszynski (West Lafayette), Whitney Soto (West Lafayette) or Felicia Warfield (PNW) and 260-481-6651 to schedule with Lindsay Bloom (PFW).

Registered dietitians at the CHL — Jessica McKeever and Megan Shidler — are also available to help with nutrition and dietary needs and concerns.

Purdue health coaches and dietitians can meet with any benefits-eligible employee regardless of campus location and help them set goals, make plans and work toward a healthier self. Appointments can take place in person or virtually (via the telephonic wellness programs offered by the CHL). Call the CHL at 765-494-0111 or use the patient portal to schedule.