Monthly Features
We can assist with whatever life throws at you.January 2020: January 2020: Habits
Welcome to this month's wellness feature, Planning for the New Year!
Learn how to shape your family’s habits this month.
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Learn how to shape your family’s habits this month.
You will find content such as:
- Registration for this month's live webinar
- A featured multimedia videoÂ
- Related articles to this month's wellness feature
- The EAP service spotlight, each month focuses on a unique EAP offering to support you and your household members
Article: Shape Your Family’s Habits: Helping Kids Make Healthy Choices
Featured Service: Live Support
February 2020: February: Wellness Feature
Welcome to this month's wellness feature, Finances and Taxes!
Learn about the Psychology of Money this month.
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Learn about the Psychology of Money this month.
You will find content such as:
- Registration for this month's live webinar
- A featured multimedia videoÂ
- Related articles to this month's wellness feature
- The EAP service spotlight, each month focuses on a unique EAP offering to support you and your household members
Article: The Psychology Of Money
Article: Organizing Your Tax Records
Featured Service: Financial Consultation
March 2020: Wellness Feature
Welcome to this month's wellness feature, sleep!
Learn about gaining Better Sleep, Better Health this month.
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Learn about gaining Better Sleep, Better Health this month.
You will find content such as:Â
- Registration for this month's live webinar
- A featured multimedia videoÂ
- Related articles to this month's wellness feature
- The EAP service spotlight, each month focuses on a unique EAP offering to support you and your household members
Article: What Are The Health Effects of Not Getting Enough Sleep?
Featured Service: Gambling Disorder Screening Day
April 2020: Wellness Feature
Welcome to this month's wellness feature, Coping with COVID-19.
You will find content such as:Â
You will find content such as:Â
- Registration for this month's live webinar
- A featured multimedia videoÂ
- Related articles to this month's wellness feature
- The EAP service spotlight, each month focuses on a unique EAP offering to support you and your household members
Article: Concerned About An Elderly Family Member or Friend?
Article: Technology to Help You With Caregiving
Featured Service: Resources for Coping with COVID-19
January 2021: Renewing Hope in the New Year
2021, like all new years, offers optimism and renewal. It is up to each of us to generate hope within ourselves and our families. Many people have reported feeling disheartened from the uncertainty of the future. This month’s resources offer practical ways to create a positive and empowering beginning to 2021.  Â
Video: The Gift And Power Of Emotional Courage | Susan David
Article: Renewing Hope in the New Year
Featured Service: Stress Management
February 2021: Managing Money
Successfully managing money starts with good financial habits to defeat debt and build assets. Getting grounded in financial literacy is the first step to minimizing anxiety and maximizing comfort with financial management resources. It is time for us to take control of our money, rather than allowing our money to control us. Join us on this journey to financial wellbeing.
Featured Service: Financial Consultation
March 2021: Suicide Prevention: Listen. Ask. Get Help.
This is for every one of us. We can all learn the risk factors for suicide, recognize the signs, and maintain a mental health awareness for ourselves and those around us. Each day thousands of people experience loneliness, depression, and suicidal feelings - all of which are hard to detect in an increasingly virtual world. Join us and make a difference. Listen. Ask. Get help.
Video: Supporting Colleagues In Distress
Article: Suicide Prevention
Featured Service: Grief and Loss Support
April 2021: Retire Ready
Being prepared for retirement means different things to different people. Whether it's right around the corner or on the distant horizon, evaluating your needs and preparation are the best ways to arrive at the retirement you envision. Join us to learn from industry experts offering resources, tools, and guidance. This is an important step, and you deserve to be financially, legally, and mentally ready. Â
Article: Navigating the Emotional Side of Retirement
Featured Service: Legal Consultation
May 2021: National Mental Health Awareness Month
May is National Mental Health Awareness Month. Maintaining mental health is a challenge we all share. It is imperative for our physical wellbeing, happiness and resilience. Join us as we explore effective habits for facing challenges, coping with negative thoughts and maintaining mental health at every age.Â
Article: Determining When Exercise, Smoothies, and Meditation Aren't Enough
Article: Supporting Employees’ Mental Health: A Guide for Managers
Featured Service: Live Support
June 2021: Couples & Communication
Effective communication is one of the most important elements in successful relationships. Creating productive conversation, even during conflict, is a skill we can always improve. Loving and respectful relationships require us to reliably express our thoughts honestly and courteously. Join us in the pursuit of healthy, happy and meaningful partnerships.
Video: Two-Minute Couples Communication - The Four Horseman John Gottman.
Article: Tips For Productive Conversations
Featured Service: Conflict Resolution
July 2021: Positive Psychology
Positive Psychology is an evidenced-based approach to increase our capacity to flourish and fully appreciate our lives. People with a higher ratio of “positivity” to “negativity” have more energy and better overall health. This month we will explore ways to embody gratitude, combat negativity and uncover more joy in our lives.
Article: When Looking for Happiness, Find Gratitude
Featured Service: Live Support
August 2021: Food and Mood
Eating the right diet makes a huge difference to overall health and happiness. Join us to learn how food affects mental health and practical ways to improve our nutritional habits.
September 2021: The Power of Sleep
Sleep is an essential component of wellbeing. People often report trouble falling asleep and feeling well-rested. Join us for guidance in attaining a quality, deep sleep.Â
Video: Sleep, Peace and Immunity During Challenging Times
Article: How Can I Get Better Sleep?
Featured Service: Sleep
October 2021: Parenting
Parenting has always been challenging, but today’s parents need to adapt to environments evolving faster than ever before. This month we’ll discuss how to: transition into parenthood, raise children in the digital age and communicate with our children during crisis.Â
Video: Speaking of Psychology - Raising Children Responsibly in the Digital Age with Roberta Golinkoff, PhD
Article: Talking To Your Children In Times Of Crisis
Featured Service: New Parents
November 2021: Holiday Stress
As autumn arrives, it’s already time to start thinking about plans for the holidays. This month’s resources will demonstrate how self-care, realistic expectations, and simple pleasures can help us successfully navigate the season.
Article: A Guide to Holiday Survival
Featured Service: Stress Management
December 2021: Practicing Self-Care
Prioritizing our health while feeling stressed can give us a sense of control. Self-care helps us remain balanced, reduces stress and increases our wellbeing. This month we will explore solutions to help us alleviate burn out.Â
Video: Daily Calm | 10 Minute Mindfulness Meditation | Be Present
Article: Taking Care of Yourself
Featured Service: Live Support
January 2022: Healthy Habits
Positive habits take time and discipline to create. This month we are offering resources to help each of us tackle undesirable patterns and form new, healthy habits that are sustainable.Â
Video: Got a meeting? Take a walk.
Article: How to Break Bad Habits and Change Behaviors
Featured Service: Nutrition
February 2022: Financial Freedom
Financial freedom happens when we have sufficient savings and are able to manage our debts. Join us as we review tools to face any financial crisis and achieve financial freedom.Â
Video: Easy Steps To Get Out Of Debt, According To A Certified Financial Planner
Featured Service: Financial Consultation
March 2022: Acknowledging Grief and Loss
As we approach our second anniversary of Covid-19, moving forward in a healthy way requires that we acknowledge the grief and loss we have all experienced. Join us as we come together to reflect on the challenges we have faced and discuss how to manage our shared feelings of loss.Â
Video: Grief In The Time Of COVID
Article: Supporting A Grieving Person
Featured Service: Grief and Loss Support
April 2022: Self-Care in the Workplace
For many of us the boundaries between personal and work lives have been all but erased. We invite you to explore practical ways to prioritize time and establish meaningful boundaries in your modern work-life reality.Â
Article: Reducing Workplace Stress
Featured Service: Stress Management
May 2022: Mental Health Awareness Month
Let’s be intentional about our mental health. This month we will talk about the importance of proactively improving emotional wellbeing. Join us to learn daily approaches we can all put into practice.Â
Video: (Webinar) - Mental Health Reset: 5 Top Tips for Better Well-being
Video: Thought Distortions: Don't Believe Everything You Think
Article: Emotional Well-being in Your Workgroup
Featured Service: Support for Depression
June 2022: LGBTQ+ Pride Month
Celebrate LGBTQ+ Pride Month with us as we examine allyship and support for colleagues who may identify differently than ourselves.Â
Video: (Webinar) The 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's
Video: (Webinar) Mental Health Response
Video: Supporting LGBTQ+ individuals in the workplace: What can co-workers do?
Article: Understanding Gender Identity
Featured Service: Live Support
July 2022: Ergonomics
Ergonomics is about how we design and arrange our bodies and atmosphere every day to interact safely and efficiently. This month we will provide tips around posture in the work environment.Â
Video: (Webinar) Becoming a Better Ally
Video: Proper Posture Principles
Article: Ergonomics in a Work Environment
Featured Service: Back and Stretch Series
August 2022: Nutrition Essentials
Part of daily wellbeing is receiving the nutrients our body needs to flourish. Join us to explore the key nutrients to maintain good health.
Video: The Six Essential Nutrients
Article: 5 Things You Need to Know About Dietary Supplements
Featured Service: Nutrition
September 2022: Parents of Teenagers
Most parents can relate – raising teenagers is no easy task. Join us to learn tips on navigating the parent-teenage relationship.Â
Video: (Webinar) The Power of Social Media
Video: How to Raise Successful Kids Without Over-Parenting
Article: Talking To Your Children In Times Of Crisis
Featured Service: Concerns for a Child or Adolescent
October 2022: Eldercare
Caring for older adults can be both taxing and rewarding. This month we will talk about how to care for seniors, while also caring for ourselves.Â
Article: Technology to Help You With Caregiving
Featured Service: Eldercare
November 2022: Holiday Stress
Isn’t it interesting that during the “most wonderful time of the year” we tend to feel the most stressed? This month we will discuss practical ways to manage stress to truly enjoy the holiday season.Â
Video: Managing Holiday Stress
Article: What Causes Holiday Blues?
Featured Service: Stress Management
December 2022: Satisfying Sleep
People of all ages have something in common – the need for rest. Many of us struggle to get enough sleep and feel energized throughout the day. Take some time this month to investigate the keys to satisfying sleep.Â
Video: Sleep is Your Superpower
Featured Service: Sleep
January 2023: Holiday Financial Recovery
As consumers, many of us are concerned about maintaining our financial well-being after stressful holiday shopping during a year punctuated with inflation. We are beginning the year by focusing on our financial well-being as we wind down from the holiday season and gear up for the economy ahead.
Featured Service: Financial Consultation
February 2023: Navigating Nutrition Trends
Navigating nutrition trends and eating styles can be overwhelming. As we begin new journeys in the new year, join us by examining these trends and discover approaches to eating that work for you.
Video: Choosing the Best Diet for you
Article: Trending Diets: What Works and What Doesn’t?
Link: Trending Diets: What Works and What Doesn’t?
Featured Service: Nutrition
March 2023: Digital Wellbeing
Technology, while helpful, can also have unhealthy impacts on our overall wellbeing. This month we are mindful of how technology affects our daily lives, and how to manage a healthy relationship with it.
Video: Tips for a Digital Detox
Article: How Much Is Too Much? Technology, Screen Time, And Your Mental Health
Featured Service: Anxiety
April 2023: Get Organized
April brings Spring clarity! We invite you to discover better organizing tips to help reduce stress and improve productivity in your work and personal lives.
Video: Organizing Tips for a Productive Office Space
Article: How Decluttering your Space Could Make you Healthier and Happier
Featured Service: Live Support
May 2023: Mental Health Awareness: Burnout Prevention
Join us as we honor Mental Health Awareness Month by talking about the importance of burnout prevention. Discover tools and skills to maintain mental health and mental wellbeing in our daily lives.
Video: (Webinar) Mental Health Panel: Burnout Prevention
Video: (Webinar) Mental Health Response
Article: Mental Health Awareness
Featured Service: Support for Depression
Featured Service: KGA MindTide, a new emotional health app
June 2023: Mindful Slowing Down
Busy schedules and racing thoughts too often overtake our daily routines. As we prepare for summer, join us as we incorporate mindfulness into our lives and practice slowing down to enjoy the warmer days ahead.
Video: DEI Series: Black Joy as an Act of Resistance: Honoring Juneteenth
Video: Slowing Down With Mindfulness - Session 2
Video: Slowing Down With Mindfulness - Session 1
Video: Slow Down to Go Faster - The Power of Pause
Article: 8 Mindful Ways to Slow Down Time
Featured Service: Stress Management
Featured Service: KGA MindTide, a new emotional health app
July 2023: Think Positive
Positive thinking is more than just a saying - there is real power in positivity. Join us as we explore how our thoughts affect our well-being and the benefits gained by incorporating positivity.
Video: Break Away From Negative Thoughts & Experience Life
Link: Benefits of Thinking Positively, and How to Do It
Featured Service: Live Support
Featured Service: KGA MindTide, a new emotional health app
August 2023: Managing Priorities
As we transition from summer fun to everyday life it is important to prioritize where we put our energy. Join us as we examine the most effective ways to organize our time and effort around key priorities.
Video: How to Gain Control of Your Free Time
Article: Tips for Time Management
Featured Service: Time Management Support
Featured Service: KGA MindTide, a new emotional health app
September 2023: Working Parents
Parenting as you work brings unique challenges. Join us to learn strategies for integrating your parenting and work lives.
Video: Blending Work and Family: You are not alone.
Article: Time Management Tips for Busy Working Parents
Featured Service: New Parents
October 2023: Consumer Wellness
As consumers, holiday shopping can be stressful to navigate. Join us in exploring legal and financial tips to help us carefully prepare for the holidays.
Video: 5 Tips to Avoid Holiday Overspending
Article: Tips for Happy Holiday Shopping
Featured Service: Financial Consultation
Additional Webinars
Webinar: KGA Service Overview for Employees - October 18 at 1PM Eastern - Register HereWebinar: DEI Series: Supporting Coming out Day: LGBTQIA+ Safety - October 11 at 1PM Eastern - Register Here
November 2023: Preparing for Seasonal Changes
This month we are getting ahead of the “winter blues.” Join us to learn how to maintain your well-being as the seasons change.
Video: Seasonal Changes Can Affect Your Mood
Article: Guide to Managing Mental Health Around the Holidays
Featured Service: Live Support
Additional Webinars
Webinar: DEI Series: Fostering Belonging in the Workplace - November 14 at 1PM Eastern - Register HereDecember 2023: Holiday Refresh
As we wind down from a busy year, join us as we focus on refreshing our minds to enter the new year stress-free.
Video: 2-Minute Re-Centering Mindfulness Meditation for De-stressing
Article: Quick Stress Relief
Featured Service: Stress Management