Health is a state of mind and body. Wellness is a state of being.
When it comes to promoting well-being at work, creating proactive options that help people improve and maintain their mental and physical health day-to-day is key to helping employees flourish. In this section, we offer proactive options to promote physical, mental and financial health of all employees.
Health & Wellness Challenge
2024 Challenge
Miami County Park District is always looking to improve the overall health and wellness of our employees as well as the community. Therefore, a voluntary wellness program has been developed to promote the health of each staff member, that by going forward in health we can inspire the same in the community we serve.
This program will run throughout the entire 2024 calendar year. There are various ways one can earn Wellness hours. In total, eight hours paid time off can be earned. Look for updated opportunities to earn these credits throughout each season. The following tracking (chart) will help define the activities and corresponding credits which can be earned. For more information click here.
CHALLENGE RESOURCES
Activity |
Resource |
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Community Events |
Email tracking sheet to Marion |
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Meditation |
Meditation Video |
| Meditation Log | |
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Mindfulness apps - |
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Preventative Care |
Email tracking sheet to Marion |
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Stress Management |
Self Care Assessment |
| Stress Management Tips | |
| Stress Management Worksheet | |
| Meditation | |
| The Power of Vunerability - Brene Brown | |
| Mental Health & Exercise | |
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Nutrition |
Daily Nutrition Log |
| 10 Best TED Talks about Healthy Living/Eat This Not That | |
| Don’t Get Hangry: Feed your Brain Healthy Food | |
| How Your Belly Controls Your Brain | |
| The Mindset for Healthy Eating | |
| Real Sugar Bears | |
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Healthy Recipe Submission |
Email tracking sheet to Marion |
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Financial Health |
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| How to Start Spending Less and Saving More | |
| Clark Method: 5 Steps to Better Budgeting | |
| Quick Start Budget | |
| How to Make a Budget that Actually Works for You |
Mental Health Resources
Mental health includes our emotional, psychological, and social well-being. It affects how we think, feel, and act. It also helps determine how we handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Mental health is important at every stage of life. Below are some links to information on improving mental health. Don't forget that every (full or part time/seasonal) employee has access to our new Employee Assistance program, regardless of their participation in a County-sponsored health insurance plan. This is a great benefit. Don't hesitate to use it!
| TITLE/LINK | RESOURCE TYPE |
| The Power of Vunerability - Brene Brown | Video |
| Meditation | Video |
Physical Health Resources
Physical health is the state of being free from illness or injury. It can cover a wide range of areas including healthy diet, healthy weight, dental health, personal hygiene and sleep.
| TITLE LINK | RESOURCE TYPE |
| Don’t Get Hangry: Feed your Brain Healthy Food | Video |
| How Your Belly Controls Your Brain | Video |
| The Mindset for Healthy Eating | Video |
| Real Sugar Bears | Video |
Financial Health Resources
Financial health is a term used to describe the state of one's personal monetary affairs. There are many dimensions to financial health, including the amount of savings you have, how much you're putting away for retirement, and how much of your income you are spending on fixed or non-discretionary expenses.
| TITLE/LINK | RESOURCE TYPE |
| How to Make a Budget that Actually Works for You | Video |
| How to Start Spending Less and Saving More | Video |
| Clark Method: 5 Steps to Better Budgeting | |
| Quick Start Budget | |
| Clark Howard | Website |
| The Total Money Makeover - Dave Ramsey | Book |
Employee Assistance Program
The County has a new Employee Assistance Program provider. The services provided through Miami County’s partnership with CEBCO and ComPsych are provided to all Miami County employees and their household members for FREE, regardless of their participation in a County-sponsored health insurance plan.
This service is available for all employees of the park district and their immediate family.
How to login
- EAP website is: GuidanceResources.com.
- You must register before the website is really useful to you. Registration requires the following information... Organization ID: EAPCEB
- You have to type Miami in the next screen to locate our specific organization
The website is full of excellent written resources but if a person is seeking help/care/guidance/therapy or are in crisis, calling ComPsych Guidance Resources at 1(877)327-4452 or 1(800)697-0353 is required.
What to Expect...
- EAP hotline is open 24/7. Some call times are especially busy and there may be a wait.
- Operator will connect you with a Clinician/Certified Therapist
- Therapist will conduct a clinical assessment to help determine demographics and what sort of care provider you need a referral for.
- The interview is confidential and protected under HIPPA
- They will provide you with a professional(local) contact, an authorization code for 5 appointments per topic, and an expiration date for the services.
- You will need the auth code and expiration date when you make your appointment.
Free Counseling
ComPsych provides five (5) free confidential counseling sessions for employees and all household members per presenting issue. Counseling sessions are conducted with independently licensed counselors or social workers. Examples of presenting issues include:
- anxiety, depression and stress
- grief, loss and life adjustments
- relationships/marital conflicts
WorkLife Solutions
Specialists provide qualified referrals and resources for just about anything on your to-do list, such as:
- finding child and elder care
- hiring movers or home repairs contractors
- planning events
- locating pet care
Legal Guidance
Talk to an attorney for practical assistance with your most pressing legal issues including divorce, adoption, family law, wills, trusts, and more. Need representation? Get a free 30-minutes consultation and a 25% reduction in fees.
Financial Resources
- GuidanceResource experts can assist with a wide range of issues, including:
- retirement planning, taxes Relocation, mortgages, insurance
- budgeting, debt, bankruptcy and more
Access resources by downloading the GuidanceNow app or visit GuidanceResources.com to connect directly with a guidance consultant about your issues or to consult articles, podcasts, videos, and other helpful tools. Call (877) 327.4452 OR TTY (800) 697.0353 for more information.