Wellness May 2024 Newsletter

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New Monthly Toolkit: Mental Health Awareness This month, LIVEwell is recognizing Mental Health Awareness because looking after yourself matters, especially when you're caring for loved ones. In this month's toolkit you'll find the following resources (enter access code "CityofLA"):  Worksheet for finding a better headspace for your workweek Manager training podcast, "Mind your mind: Mental Health in the workplace"  Tips for caregivers on preventing burnout An article on coping with the mixed emotions of caregiving for multiple generations Suggestions on how to find a therapist that's right for you  Training course "Supporting mental health concerns with friends and family" To access mental health services using your LAwell benefits consult the table below:  Employees enrolled in... Call Anthem HMO (Narrow, Full) 844-348-6111 Anthem PPO 833-597-2362 Anthem Vivity 844-348-6110 Kaiser 323-219-6704 Optum - Employee & Family Assistance Program* 800-213-5813 * All LAwell members are automatically enrolled in the Employee & Family Assistance Program (EFAP). When calling Optum, callers will be asked to indicate they are LA City employees or household members of LA City employees. NEW LIVEwell Challenge - Feel Like a Million LIVEwell is excited to announce a new six-week online well-being challenge called Feel Like a Million, an online board game-themed program meant to increase energy and help you feel your best.  Each day you record one or more of six energy-boosting activities, you’ll earn virtual dollars and experience progress by moving along the gameboard on your desktop or mobile device. Every activity is a move closer to achieving the goal of a virtual $1 million over the six-week period beginning May 6th.  Feel Like a Million is even more rewarding when participating with friends, so join your colleagues in optional buddy and team features. Whether you join a team, pair up with one (1) or more friends, or go it alone, Feel Like a Million is sure to help you develop habits to feel your best.   Register today, the challenge begins May 6th!   Click Here to Register *In order to participate, employees must be civilian, contributing to LACERS, and enrolled in benefits through LAwell.  NEW In-person Yoga Class at City Hall East LIVEwell is excited to announce new in-person yoga classes at City Hall East. From May 14th to July 2nd, come join us every Tuesday from 12:15 to 12:45 PM at City Hall East, Room 351, for an uplifting experience! Unwind and rejuvenate with our soothing yoga sessions. Let go of stress as you gently flow through calming poses, nurturing your body and mind. Space is limited so advance registration is highly encouraged. Those who register in advance will be given priority on the day of the class.  *Yoga mats provided while supplies last, limit one per employee. Don't forget to bring your mat for the next class! Register Now!    -- Go to Strive2bfit.com. Click the "Login" button from the top             menu  options of the page.    -- Enter your company client code: LIVEWELL2024. Click "Login".    -- Choose our "City Hall East" option. Click "Next".                      -- Click "Enroll Me" for the event you wish to enroll in.                      -- Enter your Work Email, Full Name, Department, and Location.                         Click "Next".                     -- Sign the "Risk and Liability Release" form.                      -- Once registered, you will receive a confirmation email with the                        meeting details and attached calendar invite. Weekly LIVEwell Zoom Classes REGISTER HERE ACCESS CODE: LIVEWELL2024 View this month's list of classes, class descriptions, and instructions on how to register here.  Meals & More Monthly Cooking Demo:  Grilled Vegetable Orzo Pasta Salad Wed. May 8th, 2024 5:30 p.m. to 6:15 p.m.  *Shopping list Employee Benefits Division Personnel Department 200 N. Spring St., Room 867 Los Angeles, CA 90012 LIVEwell.la