Our wellness program offers a wide range of courses including fitness classes, mental health seminars, cooking demonstrations, and so much more.
These opportunities are available to all employees, regardless of title, position and grade.
May’s Health Observance is Mental Health Awareness Month
Did you know?
46% of Americans will meet the criteria for a diagnosable mental health condition at some time in their life.
Mental health is an essential part of overall health. Our emotional, social, and psychological well-being affects how we think, feel, and act. May is Mental Health Awareness Month. This important health observance serves as a time to raise awareness about mental or behavioral health issues, as well as reduce the stigma associated with mental health.
Learn about the personal stories of others through the lens of mental health.
Check out our list of FREE upcoming wellness activities to help you create a healthy lifestyle:
Priorities: Work, Life & You
May 4, 2022 | 11:00AM - 12:00PM
Feeling overwhelmed by everything life throws your way? Discover ways to organize your time, prioritize what's important, and take control of your life.
Meditation Class: Reduce Anxiety and Stress
May 4, 2022 | 11:30AM - 12:00PM
As a tribute to every employee – from the directors of the agencies to the hardest working clerical staff – 11:30 am meditations are inspired to give your mind a little rest to rejuvenate and recharge. Take slow breaths to nurture the immune system.
Build a Routine! Occurs every Wednesday
Spanish Class with Profesora Harrison and Nina Jones
May 4, 2022 | 12:30PM - 1:30PM
Enhance your language skills with elementary and intermediate level Spanish. Learn basic Spanish oral and written communication skills.
Build a Routine! Occurs every Wednesday
Staying Connected While Working Remotely
May 10, 2022 | 12:00PM - 1:00PM
Learn how to identify triggers and rewards attached to our habits and adopting healthful routines while working remotely.
Mental Health Parity Forum
May 12, 2022 | 12:00PM - 1:00PM
In honor of May as Mental Health Awareness Month, the Department of Insurance, Securities and Banking will host a virtual Mental Health Parity Forum specifically for District government employees. A panel of experts will address access to equal treatment for mental health and addiction services and appropriate insurance coverage.
Asian and Pacific American Heritage Cooking with Tina's Joyful Kitchen
May 13, 2022 | 12:00PM - 1:00PM
Celebrate Asian and Pacific American Heritage Month by taking a culinary journey through Asia and the Pacific Islands with Chef Tina.
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Mind-Body Awareness
May 13, 2022 | 3:00PM - 4:00PM
In this workshop participants will draw or write how their mind and body feels, what their mind and body goals are, and ultimately, what their mind and body results look like once achieving those goals.
Self-Care Journaling: Pouring into You
May 18, 2022 | 1:00PM - 2:00PM
This guided journaling workshop offers participants the opportunity to discover that what their best self needs for self-care. In this workshop, participants learn what it means to create a self-care practice; receive guided journaling prompts to discover who your best self is and discuss practical strategies to begin creating their personalized self-care practice
Financially Fit DC at Work Presents Who Wants to be a Millionaire?
May 20, 2022 | 11:00AM - 12:00PM
Everyone wants the freedom and ease of mind that comes from being wealthy. This is an opportunity to inspect your own financial situation and see what you can improve to achieve that dream.
Understanding Personal Emotional Triggers
May 24, 2022 | 12:00PM - 1:00PM
Understanding your personal triggers and how to prepare and recover when we experience them plays an important role in maintaining overall resilience and continuing to perform both safely and effectively.
The Many Faces of Grief-Coping with Loss
May 26, 2022 | 12:00PM - 1:00PM
Major losses trigger conflicting emotions, from anger and denial to maybe even relief. This session will help participants to explore their own reactions to loss, from a death to divorce.
Self-Care Playbook
May 26, 2022 | 1:00PM - 2:00PM
Learn how to map out your own personal self-care playbook. This seminar will focus on your overall wellbeing in order to feel happier, be more productive and support the ones you love.
Mindful Communication
May 27, 2022 | 2:00PM - 3:00PM
Master the art of speaking and listening with exploring strategies to improve your workplace relationships and team morale.
Tackling Trauma and Coping with Survivors Guilt
May 31, 2022 | 3:00PM - 4:00PM
Following the aftermath of a traumatic, tragic event, some people commonly experience survivors’ guilt. This session will allow attendees to learn about the unique aspect of survivor guilt during the pandemic and its additional challenges.
Check Out Additional May Wellness Resources
Family Life: The Juggling Act (May 11) Register Now
Understanding Mental Health Learn More
Mental Health Is Personal, Real, and Transformative Watch Now
Mindful Mondays Webinars Register Now
Well-being Wednesdays Webinars Register Now
4 Weeks to More Energy Learn Now
Regaining Connectivity, Certainty, and Control Watch Now
Mental and Behavioral Well-Being In and Out of the Workplace (May 24) Register Now
Other Resources
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