March 2024 – Employee Well-Being Programs
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Wednesday, March 6th – 12 pm
Five Buckets Principle™ – The Science of Work-Life Balance
(Presented by VCU HR and Anthem EAP)
Is it possible to meet the competing demands of job, family, friends, school, and work? The answer is a resounding yes! Learn the Five Buckets Principle of work-life balance. Discover how to think about the big picture without ignoring the little things that matter. Explore how to find the time to take care of it all – including time for yourself – by identifying priorities, making choices, and managing expectations.
Register: Talent@VCU
Monday, March 11th – 10 am
Organize, Plan and Own Your Future. Making Financial Health a Priority for Women
(Presented by VCU HR and Fidelity)
What role do you play in your finances? Learn the principles of budgeting and saving and how to get actively involved so you can create a plan to help you reach your goals.
Register: Talent@VCU
Healthy Living for your Brain and Body
(Presented by VCU HR and the Alzheimer’s Association)
For centuries, we’ve known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insights into how to make lifestyle choices that may help you keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Join us to learn about research in the areas where making healthier lifestyle choices can help reduce our risk of dementia and other health conditions. Your health matters.
Register: Talent@VCU
Thursday, March 14th – 12 pm
Moving with the Rams – Everything you need to know about buying or selling a home in the RVA Housing Market
(Presented by VCU HR and Long & Foster)
Topics will include the RVA Housing Market Update, preparing to buy or sell a home, marketing your home, the process from contract to close, financing and the rewards of the VCU “Moving with the Ram” discount program.
Register: Talent@VCU
Friday, March 15th – 12 pm
Power Yoga
(Presented by VCU HR and VCU Recreation & Well-Being)
A more advanced yoga class incorporating flowing sequences to build strength and endurance while also practicing yoga poses that create deep mind/body connections. Yoga mat is recommended.
Register: Talent@VCU
Springing into Springtime
(Presented by VCU HR and Employee Health Services)
Spring has sprung and so has seasonal allergies. Learn more about seasonal allergies and getting back outside in this informative and fun session.
Register: Talent@VCU
Tuesday, March 19th – 12 pm
Guided Meditation
(Presented by VCU HR and VCU Recreation & Well-Being)
It’s halfway through the semester – take a moment for some quiet reflection and medication aimed to help reset in a time of business. This medication is suitable for all levels of practice.
Register: Talent@VCU
Wednesday, March 20th – 12 pm
Well Rounded Retirement
(Presented by VCU HR and TIAA)
Planning for retirement goes beyond putting together a financial strategy. A full-picture plan starts with considering many nonfinancial aspects of retirement. This session provides a foundation for thinking beyond the money by exploring several aspects of retirement health using the well-founded retirement model.
Register: Talent@VCU
Monday, March 25th – 12 pm
From Parenting to Empty Nesting: Preparing Now for the Transition
(Presented by VCU HR and The Ultimate Mom Coach))
Join VCU Alumni, Deborah Porter, for this webinar that supports everyone in attendance – empty nesters, new parents, and everything in between. Whether your children are 10 years old or 20, most of us will have an empty nest experience. Yet others, will find themselves in the throes of the empty nest syndrome. We will discuss how to begin preparing for the empty nest phase right now, wherever you are on your parenting journey. Finding purpose beyond parenthood and laying the groupwork for a meaningful relationship and friendship with adult children.
Register: Talent@VCU
Tuesday, March 26th – 2 pm
Medicare and State Retiree Health Coverage
(Presented by VCU HR and Social Security Administration)
Join Jackie Weisgarber, from Social Security, and learn all about Medicare A&B including enrollment period rules, application process, timeline, as well as state retiree health coverage. There will also be time for Q&A.
Register: Talent@VCU
Wednesday, March 27th – 12 pm
High Intensity Interval Training (H.I.I.T.)
(Presented by VCU HR and VCU Recreation & Well-Being)
This full-body circuit training will feature a variety of strength and cardio exercises. Designed to provide you with a total body workout hitting every major muscle group as you build strength and endurance.
Register: Talent@VCU
Thursday, March 28th – 12 pm
Saving for Education with Invest529
(Presented by VCU HR and Virginia 529)
Spring is a time to grow. Learn how to grow your education savings with a 529 plan. Get to know Invest529 – a savings tool that helps you or a loved one prepare for the future. In this webinar, you’ll learn about the uses of an Inest529 account and the tax advantages that come with it. As a bonus just for attending the webinar, you’ll receive an exclusive offer – a $25 gift code to pen a new Invest529.
Register: Talent@VCU
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FOR VCU Health team members:
Thank you for your interest in attending a VCU well-being program.
VCU is happy to share opportunities to attend university well-being programs with other members of the VCU community, including VCU Health, VCU Dentistry, and other affiliated entities.
You can now find the direct links on the VCU Health intranet here
The links are located to the right of the RamStrong logo after scrolling to the bottom of the page.
Please be aware that some features and services discussed in the university programs may be limited to university employees or may apply differently to employees of VCU Health or other entities. If you have specific questions about how services, programs, and features discussed in a university well-being program may apply to you, and you are not a university employee, please be sure to contact the HR department for your entity with any questions.