Employee Wellness Newsletter
March 2026
Employee Health and Wellness Week
Building Belonging: Strengthening Social Wellbeing at Work
Feeling connected at work is associated with lower stress, better mental health, higher job satisfaction, and the ability to roll with the punches during times of change. This week is designed to honor the many different ways connection shows up in everyday work life.
WEBINARS/CLASSES/COURSES
Wellness in 30
Online
The Power to Restart
Navigating the stages of change will help you to successfully transition from setting a new goal to maintaining it for the long term. Overcome the fatigue of restarting by recognizing that falling off the "bandwagon" is not a failure and you are welcome to jump back on at any time.
This Wellness In 30 is provided by Katie Burrup.
Wellness In Action
March 12,19,26
Motivation and Willpower
Unlock the secrets to lasting change in our three-session wellness workshop designed to strengthen your motivation and willpower. We’ll start by deconstructing the mechanics of the habit loop to understand your triggers, then explore how to leverage personal ability and social support for consistent action. Finally, you'll learn to design an environment and reward system that makes progress feel effortless and sustainable.
Confidence Project
March 13, 20, 27, & April 3
The Confidence Project is a body acceptance program run through Employee Wellness to empower participants to engage in body acceptance and promote a positive body image. This four-week program consisting of one 45-minute weekly meeting. During meetings, participants engage in a series of verbal, written and behavioral exercises in which they consider the negative effects of pursuing the appearance ideal. All participants are expected to willingly contribute during each meeting.
Wellbeing Support Group
March 11 - April 15
Employee Wellness’s health management support group welcomes people at any stage of their wellness journey. The group is designed to connect, share experiences and learn from one another in a supportive and encouraging environment. This space provides an opportunity to discuss challenges, celebrate progress and explore practical strategies for maintaining a healthy lifestyle. During this semester, the group will discuss goal setting and nutrition basics in detail. Meeting to occur weekly.
Cooking Demonstration: Cooking Basics Part 1
March 11, 18, 25
Knife Skills: Master the most important tool in your kitchen by learning the proper grip and safety techniques for various fundamental cuts. You’ll put your new skills to immediate use by prepping a vibrant, garden-fresh salad from scratch.
Saute and Simmer: Take control of your stovetop as you learn the nuances of sautéing for color and simmering for rich, developed flavors. You will practice these techniques by creating a classic homemade marinara sauce while learning how to best utilize your different pots and pans.
Roasting and Steaming: Discover how to unlock deep flavors and perfect textures through the essential methods of roasting and steaming. We will cover the secrets to achieving perfectly caramelized vegetables and light, fluffy rice every time. These versatile techniques will become your reliable foundations for healthy, delicious weeknight meals.
Register for one or all three sessions.
Fitness Classes
Total Body Conditioning - 9:15 am
Tuesdays/Fridays, In-Person or Online
Join us each week for a Total Body Conditioning class. Each class will work the whole body using a variety of strength training equipment. Great for beginners and those with an advanced fitness background. Classes will be held in a hybrid format.
PEHP WELLNESS
Wellness On Demand
Whether you’re trying to be more active, improve your eating habits, or boost your mental well-being – you can now choose your own path to wellness from a menu of options.
Find a PEHP wellness program of your choice from the new on-demand webpage to jump-start your journey to a healthier you.
And as always, you can earn cash rebates when you participate in various programs.
BLOMQUIST HALE WEBINARS
Blomquist Hale will provide webinars and workshops on a monthly basis.
Introverts, Extroverts, and Ambiverts: Understanding Each Other
March 30 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Online
This workshop explores the key differences between introverts, extroverts, and ambiverts, helping participants understand how each personality type gains energy, communicates, and responds to social settings. Attendees will learn to recognize their own tendencies, the tendencies of their family, co-workers and friends and tools to appreciate the strengths each style brings to a team or relationship.
BLOMQUIST HALE SUPPORT GROUPS
Blomquist Hale will provide support groups at no cost.
We Are Here (LGBTQIA+)
Occurs the 1st and 3rd Wednesday each month | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
This group offers a safe, affirming space where LGBTQIA+ individuals can connect and share experiences. It is our hope that this group can help reduce isolation, foster a sense of belonging, and provide emotional support from others who understand the unique challenges faced by LGBTQIA+ individuals.
Leadership Support- Helping Each Other Provide Persuasive and Inspirational Leadership
March 24 | Occurs every other week | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Our Support Groups are different from our workshops, as they are more focused on creating connections within the group to help people support each other. Participants will be encouraged to turn their cameras on and participate in the group. These will be ongoing groups that don’t follow a curriculum. Participants can jump in at any time and be a part of the group.
URS WEBINARS
A convenient, hassle-free way to learn. You can participate in any URS webinar using your computer or phone. Pre-recorded presentations are available if you are unable to attend.
These presentations are open to all employees, whether on a URS retirement plan or not.
Understanding Your Tier 2 Choice
March 4 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
For new Tier 2 members. Hybrid option or 401(k) option? Helping you choose.
Understanding the Tier 2 401(K) Option
March 10 | 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Understanding and maximizing this Tier 2 benefit.