The Wellness Program completed its summer challenge last month. Each employee who completed the water intake portion of the challenge received a Wellness Program backpack. We had four winners from the loss in the body-fat percentage portion of the challenge. Help us in celebrating them on their wins!
Jorge Perez
Pct. 2 Field Operations
1st Place
Men's Category
Yvette Segura
County Clerk Office
1st Place
Women's Category
Rudy Flores
Tax Office
2nd Place
Men's Category
Priscilla Zavala
Health Department
2nd Place
Women's Category
Back in July, the Wellness Program kicked off an eight-week challenge. Participants had to complete an initial weigh-in and lose the most body fat percentage in their respective categories. There were more than 230 participants!
We appreciate all who participated in this challenge and hope you keep up the great work you have invested in yourself!
WELLNESS CHAMPION OF THE MONTH
Marco Javier
"Don't feel intimidated. ... [It] all starts with finding your goal, setting your goal, ... and having a good support system.’"
Weighing in at 115 pounds at the start of his wellness journey, Marco shared how intimidation was his biggest barrier, how he balanced his food intake after a diagnosis, and how he has encouraged some of his colleagues to invest in their health.
Do you know someone who has made changes to improve their health and well-being? Nominate them below for a chance to be featured as the next Wellness Champion of the Month!
“Never give up on a dream just because of the time it will take to accomplish it. The time will pass anyway."
– Earl Nightingale
UPCOMING WELLNESS EVENTS
Supporting Colleagues Through Difficult Times
Friday, October 7 at 10 A.M.
Research shows that when a colleague experiences a life-changing event, such as a death of a loved one or diagnosis of a chronic illness, that the support of team members can make a huge difference.
Yet we often pause as we feel awkward, uncomfortable, and not sure about what to say. This session provides the basics on how to reach out and help. The outcome of the session is to reinforce simple steps that help in creating a supportive team environment.
Managing the Stress of Time and Competing Priorities
Monday, October 24 at 1 P.M.
This session is designed to help individuals recognize how personal organization and use of time contribute to stress levels. In addition, the presentation offers a practical
approach to prioritizing efforts and maintaining focus on the most important activities in our lives to reduce stress and increase our effectiveness.
Challenges in life can happen unexpectedly. So it is good to know that Hidalgo County employees have access to Deer Oaks EAP Services that provide help for you, your dependents, and household members.
The county's employee assistance program covers short-term counseling sessions for its employees. Deer Oaks puts you in contact with licensed counselors to address personal concerns, such as stress, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, or addiction.
Other services include legal and financial consultation, identify theft assistance, work-life services, child and elder referrals, and transportation reimbursement of up to $45 for ride fares (once a year per participant).
Call the Deer Oaks 24/7 helpline at 888-993-7650 for more information about its services. You can also email them at eap@deeroaks.com to connect you with a specialist or visit deeroakseap.com and log in using "hidco" as both the username and password.
Wellness Podcast Recommendations of the Month
A fan of podcasts? We'd like to help you out with suggestions. Every month we will highlight a few podcasts that cover health and wellness topics. Take a listen on your breaks or commute to work and home.
