HEALTH & WELLNESS INITIATIVE

Health New England Wellness Events

Nurture greater health and happiness all throughout August with the following health and wellness activities!

National Coloring Book Day - August 2, 2023

Coloring can be a fun and relaxing way to reduce stress no matter your age! Try these free coloring pages as an act of self-care.

National Friendship Day - August 7, 2023

Keeping in touch with friends can help keep you feeling your best. Old friends, new friends, family friends they’re all good for your well-being.

Annual Medical Check-Up Day - August 11, 2023

Knowing your numbers is the first step toward lasting well-being. Did you know that you can receive Healthy Choices points and rewards by completing your Health Assessment? You can also earn points by submitting proof of your annual well visit to healthydirections@hne.com.

National Relaxation Day - August 15, 2023

We all need time to kick back and relax. Today, take extra time to relax in the ways you like best.

National Grief Awareness Day - August 30, 2023

Acknowledging grief is the first step toward healing and growth. For help continuing to move forward, try the "Cope With the Blues Daily Habits Plan."

Learn more and find support from the Health New England Healthy Directions program. Watch the Grief and Growth After Loss webinar & fill out the webinar completion form for your chance to win a $25 Amazon Gift Card! Winners will be selected on September 1, 2023.

Magellan Healthcare Webinars

Social Security and Your Retirement Plan

Tuesday, August 8, 2023

We contribute to the Social Security system through payroll deductions, but we don’t always know our options for taking those distributions after retirement. This webinar reviews how benefits are calculated and recommends when to start receiving distributions.

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Parenting with Your Best Self

Wednesday, August 8, 2023, at 2 PM

When you consider the concept of caring for yourself, does it seem frivolous or even unnecessary? It shouldn’t. Particularly if you’re caring for a family, it’s important to look after your own wellbeing each day. By doing so, you’re helping your loved ones just as much as yourself. In this session, you will...

Describe how to model positive relationships

Learn how to set boundaries

Identify how to prioritize self-care

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Money Basics: Let's Build a Plan

Thursday, August 24, 2023

To feel more confident about your personal finances, adopt a plan that has four components: controlling spending, managing debt, prioritizing savings and maintaining good credit. Learn how to get started and cut your financial stress.

Click here to register for the 12 PM session!

Click here to register for the 3 PM session!