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.
July’s Health Observances are Minority Mental Health Month and Sun Safety Awareness Month
Your mental health is just as important as your physical health. As we observe Minority Mental Health month, we’re highlighting the mental health and wellness resources you can access as a District employee. The Mental Well-Being channel on Percipio, the DC Department of Human Resources Center for Learning & Development (CLD) online learning tool, has many resources on emotional and overall mental health for you to watch, read, or listen. You can even download Percipio to your smart device and access the resources, anytime and anywhere.
Click below to learn more about Percipio.
Watch Navigating Percipio Video
Download Center for Learning & Development (CLD) Webinar FAQ
Check out our list of FREE upcoming wellness activities to help you create a healthy lifestyle:
4-Week Series of Pilates with Michelle Hosted by BA Wellness
July 6, 2022 to July 27, 2022 | 12:00PM - 1:00PM
Pilates with Michelle is a low-impact mat workout to relieve stress, ease back pain, condition and restore the body's natural balance. Movements focus on core strength, breath work, and alignment. You will need a yoga mat, towel, water bottle and your body.
Build a Routine! 4 Wednesdays in July
Chat & Chew: Virtual Wellness Series
July 6, 2022 | 1:30PM - 2:30PM
Spend your lunch break with the DCHR Wellness Team virtually at our Chat & Chew wellness series.
Join us for three voluntary informational sessions on wellness benefits, services, supports, and rewards every Wednesday, starting Wednesday, June 29, 2022 through Wednesday, July 13, 2022, from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM.
Mindful Mondays: Visualization Guided Summer Bliss Meditation
July 11, 2022 | 12:00PM - 1:00PM
Visualization meditation is a technique focused on enhancing feelings of relaxation, peace, and calmness by visualizing positive scenes, images, or figures.
Healthy Summer Grilling
July 11, 2022 | 12:00PM - 1:00PM
Summer is the season of backyard cookouts. The warm temperatures are perfect to light up the grill for dinner, a weekend cookout, or an all-day BBQ with family and friends. Whether you grill using gas or charcoal, grilling can have some unique side effects on your health compared to other cooking methods. This presentation will discuss healthy tips for grilling and barbecuing so you can enjoy your next cookout.
Skincare for Anti-Aging
July 12, 2022 | 12:00PM - 1:00PM
Learn the science behind anti-aging, what you can do to prevent the aging process, what ingredient to look for in your skin care, and how to make at home skin care kits!
Meditation Class: Reduce Anxiety and Stress
July 13, 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
July 13, 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
Chat & Chew: Virtual Wellness Series
July 13, 2022 | 1:30PM - 2:30PM
Spend your lunch break with the DCHR Wellness Team virtually at our Chat & Chew wellness series.
Join us for three voluntary informational sessions on wellness benefits, services, supports, and rewards every Wednesday, starting Wednesday, June 29, 2022 through Wednesday, July 13, 2022, from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM.
Financially Fit DC at Work Presents Student Loans What You Should Know
July 15, 2022 | 11:00AM - 12:00PM
Learn about:
1. Sources of college funding
2. Student loan repayment programs
3. Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program
4. Resolution of complaints with student loan servicers
5. Student loan consolidation
6. Student loan default prevention
A Smart Approach to Mobility Balance and a Pain-Free Life
July 21, 2022 | 1:00PM - 2:00PM
Learn the joint-by-joint approach and gain a better understanding of how you should manage stretching, mobility, stability, and balance. The joint-by-join approach is the first step in truly understanding pain management.
Discover the World of Emotional Intelligence
July 26, 2022 | 1:00PM - 2:00PM
Participants will learn how to recognize and respond to the feelings of family members and coworkers. To better communicate in a balanced, rational way, to improve relationships and collaborate more effectively. The session also examines new brain research on emotions and the battle between the emotional and the thinking brain.
WELL Talk! Topic: Systemic Racism and Well-Being
July 27, 2022 | 12:00PM - 1:00PM
WELL Talk! is a new interactive intellectual wellness series focused on influential powerful talks from expert speakers in the field of health & wellness. Join Dr. Harrington in an engaging forum to discuss how racism affects our well-being and access to healthcare in the United States.
Cherise B. Harrington, PhD, MPH
Dr. Cherise Harrington is our guest lecturer for the month of July as we recognize Minority Mental Health month. Dr. Harrington is a published minority health specialist and professor at George Washington University in the Prevention and Community Health department. Click here to learn more about Dr. Harrington.
Power in Numbers
July 28, 2022 | 12:30PM - 1:30PM
Recognize your current health situation and learn how to take action toward greater health. The course will focus on key health indicators and help you determine the tools needed to improve your overall well-being.
The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is now: 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
The three-digit number 988 will serve as the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline starting on July 16, a change made to simplify the calling process for someone experiencing a crisis. When someone dials 988, they get directly routed to their local crisis center based on their area code. At that point, mental health professionals are available to help the caller talk through their crisis and take the next steps to get them help. Dialing 988 can support someone who may be dealing with a panic attack, thoughts of suicide, confusion, worry, or doubt. The 988 hotline is available to anyone for any type of mental health concern. If you are concerned about someone you know feeling suicidal, know the warning signs and do not hesitate to call 988 for help.
Check Out Additional July Wellness Resources
Summer 2022 Lifelines Learn More
Traumatic Life Events Support Resources Access Now
Let Your Health Shine Learn More
Get Sun Smart Learn More
Protect Yourself from the Sun Learn More
Skin Cancer Prevention Learn More
Finding Yourself Through Nature Access Now
Behavioral Health Solutions Learn More
Mental Health Webinar Series Access Now
Well-being Wednesdays Webinars Register Now
2022 Employee Assistance Online Seminar Calendar Learn More
Other Resources