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<Title>MSRP Nationwide retirement webinars</Title>
<Tagline>Featured webinars for September 2023</Tagline>
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    <div class="html-content"><div>Please see the information below about the upcoming retirement webinars from MSRP Nationwide and how to register: </div><div><br></div><div><p><strong><span>“Catch the Match,
    It’s Back!”</span></strong><strong></strong></p>
    
    <p><span>·<span>        
    </span></span><span>As of July 1, 2023, the State Match was reinstated
    for eligible employee deferrals/contributions to MSRP’s 457(b), 401(k), or
    403(b) plans or State higher education institution's 457(b), 401(k), or 403(b)
    plan (MSRP, TIAA, or Fidelity Investments), up to $600 per eligible employee,
    for the fiscal year. Attend this webinar to learn how you may be eligible
    and additional details to qualify.</span></p>
    
    <p><span>·<span>        
    </span></span>Please note:
    eligible employees are those who are current members of the <span><strong>Maryland State Employee's Pension
    System</strong>. Employees enrolled in the Optional Retirement Plan (ORP) are not
    eligible for the Match. </span></p>
    
    <p><strong> </strong></p>
    
    <p><strong><span>“Frauds and Scams”</span></strong><strong></strong></p>
    
    <p><span>·<span>        
    </span></span><span>Identity theft, fraud, and scams could derail your
    financial life if undetected. We cover what to look out for, including some
    lesser-known schemes, and what to do if it happens to you.</span></p>
    
    <p> </p>
    
    <p><strong><span>“Managing Market
    Volatility”</span></strong><strong></strong></p>
    
    <p><span>·<span>        
    </span></span><span>A
    volatile market can make even the most seasoned investors unsure. However,
    navigating the ups and downs of the market doesn’t have to be so tricky and
    nerve wracking. This presentation will help you make sense of the recent market
    turbulence and discuss strategies to manage market swings in a portfolio, and
    what this may mean for your financial plan. </span></p>
    
    <p> </p>
    
    <p><strong><span>“Borrowing Against
    YOUR Future: What You Need to Know”</span></strong><strong></strong></p>
    
    <p><span>·<span>        
    </span></span><span>Borrowing
    money from your MSRP 457(b), 401(k), or 403(b) plans before you retire is a big
    decision. It can affect your savings progress and long-term retirement goals.
    It’s important to learn about the impact of borrowing, terms and conditions,
    fees, and serious repercussions if you were to default on this obligation.</span></p>
    
    <p> </p>
    
    <p>Click <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe-bDasxVXU-X3zjn5FtmZGSHUTa9nQLMotUbVqvc-x9I-69Q/viewform?usp=sf_link" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">HERE</a> to register for Featured Webinars</p>
    
    <p>All webinars are approx. 45 mins in length</p>
    
    <p>Enroll with MSRP Nationwide today at MarylandDC.com!</p></div><div><br></div><div><br></div><div><p><img src="https://ci3.googleusercontent.com/proxy/2DmdplMBbXS5EOjNvFiWjHAXw49XSQUyvY4lbttp4KG8GtQRo7jmHXu6FXxYPz5x-vNVO1ePF0hgHLS6iT4GLZOGMwl4-IAXeF_-IewSkp5mD7ODX5f0AgmVuOqrk-Y0BvxUZzkBWa4fi40=s0-d-e1-ft#https://share1.cloudhq-mkt3.net/images_483304_c1d3fd61-fc22-0138-e51a-64434b0c2d74_15113" alt="image.png" style="max-width: 100%; height: auto;"></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p></p>
    
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<Title>Is Group Counseling Right for Me?  Yes!</Title>
<Tagline>A message from RIH's Groups Coordinator, Lauren Mirzakhalili</Tagline>
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    <div class="html-content"><span>W</span><span>hen I started college, no academic task filled me with dread more than the group project. Working with others is uncomfortable and brings up questions such as "Will I have to do everything?" or, on the other extreme, "Will I not bring enough to the table?" </span><div><span><br></span><span><p><span>Despite the dread that may come when a professor announces that there will be a group project, group work is necessary for higher education and everything that comes after. An African proverb says, "If you want to go fast, go alone. If you want to go far, go together."</span><span> (</span><span>For the record, I don't love attributing a proverb to an entire continent, but it seems like many people more knowledgeable than me have not been able to trace its origins: </span><a href="https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2016/07/30/487925796/it-takes-a-village-to-determine-the-origins-of-an-african-proverb" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>https://www.npr.org/sections/goatsandsoda/2016/07/30/487925796/it-takes-a-village-to-determine-the-origins-of-an-african-proverb</span></a><span>.) </span></p><p><span>As an undergraduate, imagining my future life, I pictured a solitary existence and did not imagine much work with others. My imagination was far from the reality of my life as a therapist. I need a lot from other people. I need to work closely with my colleagues to consult about my therapy techniques and whether they are the best for the students I am working with. I depend on the researchers who verify that our field's practices are evidence-based and genuinely work. I depend on our team at RIH, who can treat and support different elements of the student experience. I think you're getting the gist. Life, for better or worse, is a group project. </span></p><p><span>The learning and growing that best prepares us for the rest of our lives can happen in groups. Otherwise, we would not be assigned these group projects year after year. This applies to therapy as well. Often, the concerns that people come to talk about in therapy are related to the "interpersonal" (i.e., our relationships with others). Difficulties making friends, keeping friends, trusting others, and trusting ourselves with others, are all very human and interpersonal concerns. Getting to explore these concerns as they are happening within the boundaries of ethical group therapy practices can be a powerful group project, but it's one that you get to choose for yourself. </span></p><p><span>At RIH we offer a wide variety of group counseling. We have skills-based groups such as Skills Training in the Application of Interpersonal Regulation (STAIR), which I often explain to students as an excellent entry into group therapy and, at times, might feel more like a class. You will learn concrete skills to understand and regulate emotions, become more mindful, and approach relationships in new ways. We also have more open-ended process groups, such as Reflecting Retrievers. In this type of group, you can explore how you show up for yourself and others and try out different ways of approaching relationships. There is something for everyone within our group program. If you are interested in joining a group, please call our main line (410-455-2542) to request an initial consultation appointment.</span></p><div><span><br></span></div></span></div></div>
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<Title>RePost: Fall 2023 Public Health and COVID-19 Update</Title>
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    <div class="html-content"><p><span>Dear UMBC Community,</span></p><br><p><span>As we enter the fall 2023 semester, UMBC's leadership continues to be committed to the health and well-being of all in our community. We are monitoring the rates of respiratory virus in our community, and are attentive to both COVID-19 rates and influenza, among others. UMBC's health experts routinely engage with county, state, and federal resources to understand trends and current health conditions.</span></p><p><span>As a key part of protecting the health of all on campus, we ask that each of you monitor your health and be careful to avoid exposing others if you have cold or flu symptoms. Consult your healthcare provider or </span><span><a href="https://health.umbc.edu/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Retriever Integrated Health</a></span><span> if you need testing or care. To reduce the spread of infectious diseases on campus, cover your cough, wear a mask, and wash your hands. Minimizing your exposure to others while sick is particularly important as we all strive to protect health-compromised and other vulnerable members of our community. You can minimize exposure to others when sick by staying home if you are a faculty, staff, or student who is commuting to campus or following any related guidelines if you are a student living in residence.</span></p><p><span>In addition, we ask that you continue to </span><strong>Keep Masks in Mind</strong><span>. The university will provide high- quality KN95 masks to those in need. Masks will be available at the RAC, the Library, and The Commons Information Center. If your professor, colleague, or other community member requests that you wear a mask in a classroom, meeting, or other situation, we ask that you respect their wishes and needs.</span></p><p><span>Finally, remember that vaccination is one of the most effective ways to prevent severe illness. Retriever Integrated Health will be offering both COVID-19 and influenza vaccination clinics throughout the fall. We will share dates and additional information with the community soon.</span></p><p><span>Amid the busyness that the semester can bring, please remember to take care of yourself and prioritize your health and well-being. Thank you for your support of one another and our community as we all work together to stay as healthy as possible.</span></p><p><em>David Dauwalder, Interim Provost</em></p><p></p><p><span><em>Renique T. Kersh, Vice President for Student Affairs</em></span></p><br><p><span><strong>UMBC Health &amp; Well-Being Resources</strong></span></p><p><span><a href="https://healthpromotion.umbc.edu/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Office of Health Promotion</a></span></p><p><a href="https://health.umbc.edu/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Retriever Integrated Health</a></p><p><a href="https://recreation.umbc.edu/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Recreation &amp; Physical Education</a></p><p><a href="https://wellness.umbc.edu/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Human Resources: UMBC Wellness Initiative</a></p><p><br></p><p>*Original post found <a href="https://my3.my.umbc.edu/groups/announcements/posts/135006" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">here</a></p></div>
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<Summary>Dear UMBC Community,   As we enter the fall 2023 semester, UMBC's leadership continues to be committed to the health and well-being of all in our community. We are monitoring the rates of...</Summary>
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<Title>Welcome Retrievers!</Title>
<Tagline>RIH welcomes new and returning students for Fall 2023!</Tagline>
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    <div class="html-content"><span><p><span>A message from Retriever Integrated Health Director, Dr. Bruce Herman: </span></p><p><span>I want to welcome everyone to UMBC or back to UMBC.</span></p><p><span>For students, college life can be an exciting time- lots of opportunities for new experiences, relationships, and learning about the world and ourselves.  It can sometimes also be a difficult and stressful time that can challenge a student's emotional and physical health. Some students may feel they need extra support to cope with personal issues that may be interfering with their ability to make the most of their UMBC experience and others may just benefit from our range of health and mental health services. </span></p><p><span>Through trauma-informed, culturally sensitive counseling services, our counselors work collaboratively with students to improve their emotional well-being, balance priorities, enhance interpersonal relationships, empower them with useful coping skills to attain success in and out of the classroom, and support them to access additional outside services to meet their needs. Our counselors come from a variety of backgrounds and specializations.</span></p><p><span>All counseling services are free and confidential. We provide short-term individual counseling, group counseling, performance enhancement consultations, as well as crisis intervention, outreach, consultation, and referral services. </span><span>For faculty staff and student families our counseling team is available to consult regarding how to support a student.</span><span> We also offer <a href="http://events.umbc.edu/go/119439" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Question Persuade Refer (QPR) training</a> on how to support someone in mental health distress.</span></p><p><span>For students, our medical team provides both primary and limited urgent care services, including annual well and gynecological (GYN) visits, updating vaccinations and boosters, screening for various diseases, and treating acute illnesses and minor injuries.  We also provide psychiatry, massage, and acupuncture services, as well as dietician consultations. Faculty and staff are eligible to receive limited urgent care type services, such as the evaluation and treatment of acute illnesses and minor injuries. Massage and acupuncture services are also available. Our medical team operates like an outside doctors office in that they bill insurance and payments can be billed to your student account. </span></p><span>RIH also offers a wide variety of Free </span><a href="https://health.umbc.edu/counseling-services/resources/online-resources/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>Online Supports</span></a><span> for students, including:</span><br><ul><li><a href="https://account.v2.togetherall.com/register/student" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>Togetherall</span></a><span>- online peer support community</span></li><li><a href="https://umbc.welltrack-boost.com/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>Welltrack Boost</span></a><span>- virtual self-help modules and mood tracker</span></li><li><a href="https://welltrack-connect.com/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>Welltrack Connect</span></a><span>-Online database and communication tool to assist you in finding mental health treatment in the community</span></li></ul><p><span>We are located at the Center for Wellbeing across from the library.  More information is available on our website at </span><a href="https://health.umbc.edu/" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>health.umbc.edu</span></a>.</p><p><span>Please do not hesitate to contact us at </span><a href="mailto:RIH@umbc.edu" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>RIH@umbc.edu </span></a><span>if you have any questions.</span></p><div><span><br></span></div></span></div>
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    you have to do once you are enrolled in Aetna Student Health you can go to the
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    copay for these services is $20.00 for an hour appointment.</span></p><p><span><br></span><span>Open enrollment
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    <div class="html-content"><p><strong><span>August 2023 Wellness Newsletter</span></strong><span></span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>For many of us, it can be tough to wave goodbye to summer's carefree vibe. Yet, at the same time we may feel excitement bubbling up as we begin to look forward to our favorite things of a Maryland Fall. This month's newsletter offers information to help you navigate the transitions from summer to fall and from kids at home to back to school. And if thoughts of Fall have your considering returning to the gym, we've got gym membership discount programs for you and your family.</span><span></span></p><p><span> Read below to see what's in store for you this month!</span><span></span></p><p><span> </span></p><ul><li><strong><span>Mindful Mondays</span></strong><span> will power you through transition with the "Power Of" series. You'll learn of the restorative power of taking time for yourself, why it's important to reach out for social support while in transition, how to use your superpower of resilience as you navigate change, and how talk therapy can offer tools to assist you.<br> </span></li></ul><ul><li><strong><span>Tuesday's MetLIfe Financial Wellness</span></strong><span> webinar on 8/8 offers tips for the transition of preparing to care for an aging loved one in "Parenting the Parent."<br> </span></li></ul><ul><li><strong><span>In Wellness from the Kitchen with Chef Sandra</span></strong><span>, she'll help you hang on to a bit of summer with fast, delicious, and kid-friendly dishes like Go-To-Chili Mac, Best Ever Shish Kabobs, and Crab Cakes Like No Other. <br> </span></li><li><strong><span>In the Wednesday Healthy U series</span></strong><span>, we feature tips on how to beat the end of summer blues, manage stress for positive change, and how to get stuff done while working a hybrid schedule.<br> </span></li><li><strong><span>On Thursdays, the Healthy U series</span></strong><span> focuses on Family Health and Wellbeing as back-to-school preparations begin. Learn how to boost immunity and necessary immunizations for back to school, how to talk to your teens about establishing healthy relationships as well as the impact of social media, and how to care for an aging loved one.<br> </span></li><li><span> </span><strong><span>Unwind Time Fridays</span></strong><span> offer 15-minute meditations to support transitions by practicing gratitude. Join us to practice starting your day with gratitude, how to have gratitude when you have attitude, and how to make room for gratitude and gladness.</span></li></ul><ul><li><span> </span><strong><em><span>Bonus webinars</span></em></strong><span> - look for 2 Oral Health webinars (8/28 and 8/31) as we prepare for the transitions to back to school. Learn why it's important to keep regular dental appointments, the changes in the industry that may impact securing appointments, and the physical and emotional benefits of smiling!</span></li></ul><p><span> </span></p><h3><u><strong><span>You're invited for our end of summer challenge <em>NOURISH!</em></span></strong><span> </span></u></h3><p><span> </span><span> </span></p><p><span>August is a most wonderful time to celebrate the ending of summer with Maryland's produce bounty - sweet corn, luscious cantaloupe, refreshing watermelon, crisp cucumbers, plump eggplant, the 3 p's (peaches, plums, peppers), squash, tomatoes, and much more! Join the <em>NOURISH </em>challenge and grow virtual veggies and fruits such as these when you participate in fun health activities- no need for a green thumb! And, as your garden grows, your chances to win raffle prizes grows as well!</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Learn more about <strong>NOURISH </strong>in this <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vZmlsZXMuaGVzYXBwcy5jb20vbm91L25vdS1vbmJvYXJkaW5nLXZpZGVvLTYvbm91LW9uYm9hcmRpbmctdmlkZW8tNi5odG1sIiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMDgwMS44MDQ5MTI0MSJ9.T3Jf1N9E8ZSvDEJAdImXGz8Jt23hw3pY6xR9K98r6aQ/s/1847436581/br/223518627607-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>short video</span></a>. <strong>Registration opens 8/1 - 8/18. </strong></span></p><p><span>Use this link to register:<strong> <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vbXltZC50aGVub3VyaXNoZ2FyZGVuLmNvbS8iLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjMwODAxLjgwNDkxMjQxIn0.hZf3n8m5nrszal5ttrcm1cb35-xtjD_6T0m8ZrSuFzc/s/1847436581/br/223518627607-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>The Nourish Garden Challenge</span></a> </strong></span></p><p><strong><span>And, invite friends and family to join - the more, the healthier!<br>   </span></strong><span></span></p><p><strong><span> </span></strong><span></span></p><h3><strong><span><u>NEW - GYM MEMBERSHIP DISCOUNTS!</u></span></strong></h3><p><span>Thinking about getting back into the gym as Fall approaches? Well, great news - your medical health benefits providers make this easy with discounted gym memberships!</span></p><p><span>  </span></p><p><strong><span>CareFirst offers Active &amp; Fit Direct gym membership discounts </span></strong><span>to their members, which includes access to over 12,000 gyms and to over 9,700 workout videos for as low as $28/month. There are no long-term contracts or hidden fees. <strong>Learn more <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vZGJtLm1hcnlsYW5kLmdvdi9iZW5lZml0cy9Eb2N1bWVudHMvQ2FyZUZpcnN0JTIwQmx1ZTM2NV9BY3RpdmUlMjZGaXRfUHJvZ3JhbS5wZGYiLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjMwODAxLjgwNDkxMjQxIn0.W-UJtKoSQR2C06DCw56IMGmTfDdhupigttAXG3IwpiM/s/1847436581/br/223518627607-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>here</span></a></strong></span></p><p><strong><span> </span></strong><span></span></p><p><strong><span>Kaiser Permanente also offers Active &amp; Fit Direct gym membership discounts </span></strong><span>at the same rate of $28/month, same access, and again, no long-term contracts or hidden fees.<strong> Learn more <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vZGJtLm1hcnlsYW5kLmdvdi9iZW5lZml0cy9Eb2N1bWVudHMvS1AlMjBBY3RpdmUlMjAlMjYlMjBGaXQlMjBmbHllci5wZGYiLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjMwODAxLjgwNDkxMjQxIn0.p2kEmD1oa2iaSKW2IeBPxqvFt3YnDC4-vWmRnAlsKvs/s/1847436581/br/223518627607-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>here</span></a></strong></span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><strong><span>United Healthcare offers One Pass Select</span></strong><span>, with digital only membership at $5/month and additional options starting at $25/month to over 11,000 gyms. All options come with grocery and home essentials at no extra cost. <strong>Learn more</strong> <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDQsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vZGJtLm1hcnlsYW5kLmdvdi9iZW5lZml0cy9Eb2N1bWVudHMvVUhDJTIwT25lJTIwUGFzcyUyMFNlbGVjdCUyMEZseWVyLnBkZiIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzA4MDEuODA0OTEyNDEifQ.GdK5LvL9O4JNNbNEkhPXWPT9TH24gXJ-WmpR71nfBiE/s/1847436581/br/223518627607-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><strong><span>here</span></strong></a></span></p><h3><strong><span> <br></span></strong><u><strong><span>Mindful Mondays: The "Power Of" Series<br></span></strong></u><span><u><strong>Manage Transitions and Take Care of Yourself with the "Power Of" Series</strong></u></span></h3><p><em><span> </span></em><span> </span></p><p><span><a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDUsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXR0ZW5kZWUuZ290b3dlYmluYXIuY29tL3J0LzQ0Mzg0ODI1ODMyMDIxMTU5MjkiLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjMwODAxLjgwNDkxMjQxIn0.eeZDlzhxk-U3gESlSEHLgQVXlp10hMxT1H2NYMpe_Vs/s/1847436581/br/223518627607-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>Register here</span></a> for one or more of the "Power Of" Mindful Monday Webinars</span></p><p><span>  </span></p><p><strong><span>Monday, 8/7, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: The Power of Taking Time for Yourself</span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>As we juggle the many roles in our lives, making time for ourselves can lose priority. When this happens, we can get overwhelmed with our daily responsibilities, leading to burnout and more. Learn the power of taking time for yourself and how to incorporate self-care strategies.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><strong><span>Monday, 8/14, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: The Power of Social Support</span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>Feeling stressed, anxious, or burned out? Close relationships and social connections can be a natural way to manage daily or chronic stress and maintain your mental health and well-being. Learn more about the power of social support for enhanced wellbeing.</span><span></span></p><p><span> </span><span></span></p><p><strong><span>Monday, 8/21, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: The (Super) Power of Resilience</span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>You have a superpower that helps you handle the obstacles and challenges of life - resilience! Learn about your superpower and how to strengthen it to handle anything that life throws at you.</span><span></span></p><p><span> </span><span></span></p><p><strong><span>Monday, 8/28, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: The Power of Talk Therapy<br></span></strong><span>We all go through periods of emotional distress. P</span><span>articipating in talk therapy can make a significant difference in how we feel and even lead to a shift in our perspective. Whether you're dealing with losing a loved one, coping with a medical illness, or feeling anxious, stressed, or depressed, consider talk therapy. Join this session to learn the benefits of talk therapy, tips on finding the right therapist for you, and resources available to you.</span><span></span></p><p><span> </span><span>  </span></p><p><strong><span>Tuesday, 8/8, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm: Preparing to Care for an Aging Parent Workshop </span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>What does it mean to parent our parents? <em>Preparing to Care for an Aging Parent</em> workshop can help current and future caregivers better understand their roles and responsibilities, from exploring different types of care options to addressing legal and financial concerns. <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDcsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd2ViLmN2ZW50LmNvbS9ldmVudC81ZTE2ODFjMy05MzM5LTQxNDUtYmY2ZC1jNWIyNzk2ZTgyNTYvcmVnUHJvY2Vzc1N0ZXAxP1JlZklkPVJlZ2lzdHJhdGlvbiUyMGZyb20lMjBlbWFpbHMiLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjMwODAxLjgwNDkxMjQxIn0.KDjAd4a5K0287XFMK3FoPCMx7wB7FVIHcWbEZS-RrDc/s/1847436581/br/223518627607-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>Register </span></a>here.</span></p><p><span><br></span></p><p><span>  </span></p><h3><strong><span><u>Tuesday Wellness from the Kitchen with Chef Sandra Lewis<br></u></span></strong><strong><em><span><u>Hang on to a bit of summer with these fast, delicious, and kid-friendly dishes that carry over into Fall!</u></span></em></strong></h3><p><span>  </span></p><p><strong><span>Tuesday 8/15, 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm: Go to Town on a Go-To Meal - Try Chili Mac!</span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>For those nights that you need a go-to, try chili mac. This dish is delicious, fast, and kid-friendly, just what you need for a meal to please the whole family!</span><span> <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDgsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vdXMwNndlYi56b29tLnVzL21lZXRpbmcvcmVnaXN0ZXIvdFpNcGRlR3VxRGtqRzlReFMzQTJLYmg3SThzS0tnWURxSDY0IiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMDgwMS44MDQ5MTI0MSJ9.Fqhw7aQ2V701O8k-NIIoBbcCbC2zvqeo1XwmNa836w0/s/1847436581/br/223518627607-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>Register here</span></a></span><span></span></p><p><span>           </span><span></span></p><p><strong><span>Tuesday 8/22, 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm: Best Ever Shish Kabobs</span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>Fire up the grill and grab your cutting board and knife! This is the easiest weeknight meal you'll ever make: shish kebabs. All you need are your favorite meats and vegetables cut into chunks. Thread them on a skewer and grill or broil away! <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDksInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vdXMwNndlYi56b29tLnVzL21lZXRpbmcvcmVnaXN0ZXIvdFpjc2QteW9yamtpR3Rhc2hrMUdZSXROdjBCWG82VFZOZ0xYIiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMDgwMS44MDQ5MTI0MSJ9.pt1WVryKHGOhvmfq_Uidxzs1mx17-bq2yOai8uhx1Xg/s/1847436581/br/223518627607-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>Register here</span></a></span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><strong><span>Tuesday 8/15, 12:00 pm - 12:45 pm: Crab Cakes Like No Others!</span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>A Maryland favorite, this dish will take your tastebuds oceanside with a weeknight meal of crab cakes. Make it a family affair as you prep and form the crab cakes together. One bite of these delicious lumpy crab and herbs cakes and your whole family will be hooked! <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMTAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vdXMwNndlYi56b29tLnVzL21lZXRpbmcvcmVnaXN0ZXIvdFpVdmN1dXNxRDhxR2RLdFhjdFZlandiVzh1UXNRUWZ0c0FoIiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMDgwMS44MDQ5MTI0MSJ9.e1tOMQSlPf2QvrGJUUMa9kb0hbbVtzRex61dDitd2Iw/s/1847436581/br/223518627607-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>Register here</span></a> </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>   </span><span></span></p><h3><u><strong><span>Wednesday Healthy U: Manage Stress for a Positive Change</span></strong></u></h3><p><span> </span><span> </span></p><p><strong><span><a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMTEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXR0ZW5kZWUuZ290b3dlYmluYXIuY29tL3J0LzUyMTE4ODY3NTgxMzkyNTg5NjUiLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjMwODAxLjgwNDkxMjQxIn0.cHTIjYcriCec_L2vViSq5kmflEAQhXjQUL0z3t4l1xc/s/1847436581/br/223518627607-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>Register here</span></a> </span></strong><span>for one or more of the Manage Stress for Positive Change webinars</span></p><p><strong><span>Wednesday, 8/9, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Ease Your Mind with Mindfulness</span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>Do you find yourself on autopilot as you juggle work and home responsibilities? Being on autopilot may seem to be efficient and effective, however, research shows that we are less of both because our brain is making automatic decisions rather than allowing us to pause and consider the right course of action. Learn mindfulness techniques that help you become more aware, alert, and focused throughout the day. </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><strong><span>Wednesday, 8/16, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Upgrade Your Mindset</span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>Did you know that changing how you think can lead to better stress management, enhanced emotional health, increased physical wellbeing, and a longer lifespan? Mayo Clinic found these to be directly linked to a mindset upgrade. Learn practical tips to transform your mindset towards a more positive one.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><strong><span>Wednesday, 8/23, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Managing Stress for Positive Change</span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>When did you last evaluate your stress management toolbox to gauge its effectiveness? If it's been a while, you may have tools that result in less than desirable outcomes and need updating or replacing. Join this webinar to learn about stress management tool options that result in positive outcomes.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><strong><span>Wednesday, 8/30, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Getting Stuff Done - A Realistic Guide to Working from Home</span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>Working from home has many benefits, such as zero commute, cozy clothes, and more time with loved ones and pets (cat on your keyboard?). However, working from home may make it difficult to stick to a routine, can cause boredom because you're missing the water cooler chats, and you may get pulled away from work tasks to attend to home tasks. In this webinar, you'll learn how to avoid time zappers for increased productivity at home and at work.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><h3><strong><span><u>Health Promotion Thursdays: Family Health and Wellbeing</u></span></strong><span> </span><em><span>   </span></em></h3><p><span>  </span></p><p><strong><span><a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMTIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXR0ZW5kZWUuZ290b3dlYmluYXIuY29tL3J0LzY0MjE4MDU4NDY2NDAyMzE3NzMiLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjMwODAxLjgwNDkxMjQxIn0.4Fra9vuiIQEA5SJd5VMZ7S-abznwc_e12Erh4fhE9ZU/s/1847436581/br/223518627607-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>Register here</span></a> </span></strong><span>for 8/3, 8/17, 8/24, and 8/31 Family Health and Wellbeing webinars</span></p><p><strong><span><a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMTMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vZXZlbnQub24yNC5jb20vZXZlbnRSZWdpc3RyYXRpb24vRXZlbnRMb2JieVNlcnZsZXQ_dGFyZ2V0PXJlZzIwLmpzcCZldmVudGlkPTQyMzY1NDgmc2Vzc2lvbmlkPTEma2V5PUIyQzI0NUFFOTZDMjQ1QkQwNzlFMjA5NkQ4QkQxOEE1Jmdyb3VwSWQ9MzM2NzkwOCZzb3VyY2VwYWdlPXJlZ2lzdGVyIiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMDgwMS44MDQ5MTI0MSJ9.2AiBZ6LIF8q-YpSfNjoubo2rLuFKc_OeGHJ6Y52G7G8/s/1847436581/br/223518627607-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>Register here</span></a> </span></strong><span>for 8/10 for the Family Health and Wellbeing webinar</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><strong><span>Thursday, 8/3, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Your Immunity - Avoid the Invaders</span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>Our immune system is our body's first line of defense against harmful bacteria and viruses. In this presentation, you will learn why immunity is so important and hear healthy ways to strengthen your and your family's immune system through family lifestyle habits.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><strong><span>Thursday, 8/10, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Family Health </span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>Review common health concerns, screening recommendations, and strategies to keep every family member healthy and happy.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><strong><span>Thursday, 8/17, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Immunizations A-Z for the Whole Family</span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>Review the CDC immunization recommendations and get tips on questions to ask your health care providers so you can make the best decisions for you and your family.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><strong><span>Thursday, 8/24, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Teen Talk for a Healthy Relationship with Your Teen</span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>Having open and honest conversations with teens can be challenging. Learn how to engage teens in talks about establishing healthy relationships, the influences of social media, and more.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><strong><span>Thursday, 8/31, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Caring For an Aging Loved One</span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>Caregivers of aging loved ones are at higher risk for burnout due to the the mental and physical toll caregiving can take. Learn tips to avoid burnout, manage stress, and find resources for help and support you.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><h3><span> <br></span><u><strong><span>Unwind Time Fridays: Gratitude!<br></span></strong></u><strong><em><span><u>Cultivate greater gratitude with this 4-session series!</u></span></em></strong></h3><p><span>  </span></p><p><strong><span><a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMTQsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXR0ZW5kZWUuZ290b3dlYmluYXIuY29tL3J0LzY3OTg5ODg5MTI1MDIzNDE5ODAiLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjMwODAxLjgwNDkxMjQxIn0.T_qcW3zbWjToKpmEr7s_3Ai0Qdkw4AxsOFJwJx08C6A/s/1847436581/br/223518627607-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>Register here</span></a> </span></strong><span>for Unwind Time Meditations</span></p><p><strong><span>Friday, 8/4, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Start Your Day With Gratitude</span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>Use this meditation to set the intention to be grateful for all that happens in your day.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><strong><span>Friday, 8/11, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: How to have Gratitude When You've Got Attitude</span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>It can be hard to have gratitude when feeling angry, frustrated, or sad. Instead of forcing gratitude, this meditation allows the experience of not being grateful before finding the space to be grateful.</span></p><p><strong><span> </span></strong><span></span></p><p><strong><span>Friday, 8/18, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Make Room for Gratitude</span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>In this meditation you will simply breathe and experience the wonderful experience of appreciation as you let gratitude wrap around you like a warm blanket.</span></p><p><strong><span> </span></strong><span></span></p><p><strong><span>Friday, 8/25, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Gratitude and Gladness</span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>Give your mind to gratitude and gladness and feel the content as these two sweet feelings blend together.</span></p><h3><span> <br></span><strong><span><u>BONUS ORAL HEALTH WEBINARS!</u></span></strong><span><u> </u></span></h3><p><span> </span></p><p><strong><span>Join these fun and informative "Smile, It's Contagious" webinars!</span></strong><span></span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><strong><span><a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMTUsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vaGlnaG1hcmtoZWFsdGguem9vbS51cy9qLzk3OTI5NjM2NTI5P3B3ZD1MMUJKU2xGc01teDVOblJWUVVveFkxZHBZMGR1UVQwOSIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzA4MDEuODA0OTEyNDEifQ.edt1i5TLAHj6FwisxAvMZIbOyW-DkL6uhDwHD0b7xAA/s/1847436581/br/223518627607-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>Register here</span></a> </span></strong><span>for the 8/28 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm "Smile, It's Contagious" Webinar</span></p><p><strong><span><a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMTYsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vaGlnaG1hcmtoZWFsdGguem9vbS51cy9qLzk0NDMxNzI3NjM5P3B3ZD1UVkl4ZUhCbGNXRTRaMk14Wm5nMFFYUlBTRGN3UVQwOSIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzA4MDEuODA0OTEyNDEifQ.dSXxjfLcI7myWvn11HEm92pXrUuR0cNHh813aQ9GD2M/s/1847436581/br/223518627607-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo"><span>Register here</span></a> </span></strong><span>for the 8/31, 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm "Smile, It's Contagious" Webinar</span></p><p><strong><span> </span></strong><span></span></p><p><span>Join Oral Health Consultants Gabrielle Bankowski  &amp; Holley Kirkland as they share information on the </span><span>uplifting</span><span> impact of smiles on others and yourself. You'll learn the importance of regular preventive dental visits to preserve your smile, as well as dental industry trends - such as why it's hard to get a dental appointment these days - and more insider information. You'll emerge an advocate for your and your family's oral and overall wellness, feeling free to flash your smiles everywhere!</span></p></div>
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<Summary>August 2023 Wellness Newsletter     For many of us, it can be tough to wave goodbye to summer's carefree vibe. Yet, at the same time we may feel excitement bubbling up as we begin to look forward...</Summary>
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    <div class="html-content"><p><strong>July Wellness Newsletter:<br>
    More Maryland Summer Tips!</strong></p>
    
    <p> Have you made it to the Eastern Shore beaches or the
    mountains in Western Maryland yet this summer? What about day trips to some of
    the many beautiful <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LmJpbmcuY29tL2NrL2E_JTIxJiZwPWQ3NDE1YzdmM2QwZTA1M2JKbWx0ZEhNOU1UWTROelkxTVRJd01DWnBaM1ZwWkQwd01tSmhZams1WWkwelptVTJMVFpoT1dZdE16RmhNQzFoWW1Jd00yVm1aalppTjJNbWFXNXphV1E5TlRJd09RJnB0bj0zJmhzaD0zJmZjbGlkPTAyYmFiOTliLTNmZTYtNmE5Zi0zMWEwLWFiYjAzZWZmNmI3YyZwc3E9bWFyeWxhbmQrc3RhdGUrcGFya3MmdT1hMWFIUjBjSE02THk5a2JuSXViV0Z5ZVd4aGJtUXVaMjkyTDFCMVlteHBZMnhoYm1SekwxQmhaMlZ6TDNCaGNtdHRZWEF1WVhOd2VBJm50Yj0xIiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMDcxOC43OTgwODAzMSJ9.tBQQrfcOiFG6E5twp5HMOjy8sW02dOuPrixz1Z2RCLQ/s/1847436581/br/222815340409-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">Maryland State Parks</a>? The fun never stops in Maryland as
    great summer events are plentiful. The Maryland Department of Tourism has
    a complete guide to fun-filled summer and year-round events, festivals, and
    more - <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDEsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vd3d3LnZpc2l0bWFyeWxhbmQub3JnL2V2ZW50cy1jYWxlbmRhciIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzA3MTguNzk4MDgwMzEifQ.AoeDcoTXV6vrFSqt2YLs6do-oS-WYJHDx1VCBFTesLg/s/1847436581/br/222815340409-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">visit here to view the events calendar!</a></p><p></p>
    
    <p><strong><em>End Summer on a Fun and Healthy Note - join the August</em> <em>NOURISH
    Challenge! </em></strong></p>
    
    <p>August is a most wonderful time for Maryland's produce
    bounty - sweet corn, luscious cantaloupe, refreshing watermelon, crisp
    cucumbers, plump eggplant, the 3 p's (peaches, plums, peppers), squash,
    tomatoes, a variety of herbs, and much more! Join the <em>NOURISH </em>challenge
    and grow virtual veggies and fruits such as these when you participate in
    fun health activities- no need for a green thumb! Learn more about <strong>NOURISH </strong>in
    this <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDIsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vZmlsZXMuaGVzYXBwcy5jb20vbm91L25vdS1vbmJvYXJkaW5nLXZpZGVvLTYvbm91LW9uYm9hcmRpbmctdmlkZW8tNi5odG1sIiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMDcxOC43OTgwODAzMSJ9.k48YyRLKgtilgVV3Gh2YrJPxSSQzloCGDyDE7dDwwVU/s/1847436581/br/222815340409-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">short video</a>. <strong>Registration opens 8/1 - 8/18. Logging
    begins 8/7. Look for the registration link in the August newsletter and share
    this information with friends and family so they can join, too. The more, the
    healthier!</strong></p>
    
    <p> </p>
    
    <p><strong>Want to enjoy the summer fun - and summer's fun foods -
    while managing your health and weight? Our health benefits providers have just
    the programs for you - at no cost to their members! Read below to learn more:</strong></p>
    
    <p><strong>Carefirst  NOOM</strong></p>
    
    <p>As part of the State of Maryland Carefirst health plan
    benefits, Noom now is offered to Carefirst eligible* members at no
    cost!  <strong>Ready to get started? </strong>Log in to <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDMsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHA6Ly9jYXJlZmlyc3QuY29tL3dlbGxiZWluZyIsImJ1bGxldGluX2lkIjoiMjAyMzA3MTguNzk4MDgwMzEifQ.iGqk7E6kdvUaH1zw6hH796wrNVC9-Ysm1eLxlCauhss/s/1847436581/br/222815340409-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">http://carefirst.com/wellbeing</a>. Once logged in, select <em>You </em>followed
    by <em>Benefits</em>. Next, click <em>Health &amp; Fitness </em>and
    then <em>Noom</em>.. </p>
    
    <p>*Must be 18 years or older with a BMI of 25 or greater,
    having been identified as prediabetes or at risk for developing diabetes.</p>
    
    <p><strong>United Healthcare  </strong></p>
    
    <p>As part of the State of Maryland United Healthcare plan
    benefits, Real Appeal is offered to United Healthcare eligible* members
    at <strong>no cost</strong>! <strong>Ready to get started? Click <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDQsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHA6Ly9zdGF0ZW9mbWQucmVhbGFwcGVhbC5jb20vIiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMDcxOC43OTgwODAzMSJ9.7v1CQeaMADPLs2EZPEaTDrmUPBC2ZBOhRespLhrW0dg/s/1847436581/br/222815340409-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">here</a>  </strong></p>
    
    <p>*Must be 18 years or older with a BMI of 23 or greater.</p>
    
    <p><strong>Coming Soon - Kaiser Permanente </strong></p>
    
    <p>Kaiser Permanente members are invited to register for Omada,
    a <strong>no cost</strong> weight management program that helps eligible*
    members get results without cutting out favorite foods or counting calories.
    Watch for the Omada invitation in your email box starting 7/6!</p>
    
    <p>*Must be 18 years or older with a BMI of 25 or greater,
    having been identified as prediabetes or at risk for developing diabetes.</p>
    
    <p><strong> </strong></p>
    
    <p><strong>July Mindful Monday Series: Boost Your Summer Emotional
    Wellbeing</strong></p>
    
    <p>Summertime - a time for relaxation, a slower pace, and less
    stress. What happens when life has other plans? Join July's Mindful Monday
    series to find the right balance between life and summer. </p>
    
    <p><strong>Register for July Mindful Monday Series Sessions <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDUsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vYXR0ZW5kZWUuZ290b3dlYmluYXIuY29tL3J0LzU5ODM0NzM0NDA5NzgzNjY4MTQiLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjMwNzE4Ljc5ODA4MDMxIn0.-6u-ZPlFU29ySPLKvaJJH8xqPV_nYFk9cSLsYN1r9Xw/s/1847436581/br/222815340409-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">here</a></strong></p>
    
    <p><strong>Monday, July 24, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Boost Your Happy
    Heart</strong></p>
    
    <p>Your heart and your emotions are interconnected - when
    we experience heart-felt emotions like love, appreciation, and compassion, the
    heart produces a smooth pattern that tells the brain that the heart
    feels good. Learn how to increase heart-felt emotions for a happy heart and
    brain.</p>
    
    <p><strong>Monday, July31, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Emotions and Your
    Heart</strong></p>
    
    <p>As a follow up to Boost Your Happy Heart, learn how stress
    and negative emotions compromise heart health along with strategies to manage
    and release the pressure of these emotions.</p>
    
    <p><strong>July Healthy U Wednesdays: Summer Healthy Eating</strong></p>
    
    <p>Maryland's Summer Produce Makes Healthy Eating Easy!</p>
    
    <p><strong>Register for the July Healthy U Series Sessions <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDgsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vcmVnaXN0ZXIuZ290b3dlYmluYXIuY29tL3J0LzgwMjE4NjAxMTkzMTAyNjgwIiwiYnVsbGV0aW5faWQiOiIyMDIzMDcxOC43OTgwODAzMSJ9.Jsfp2kDKazb4nZvXeQrtzuNiAFgBXuSN11EkV7JfDwk/s/1847436581/br/222815340409-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">here</a></strong></p>
    
    <p><strong>Wednesday, July 26, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Curb Your Summer
    Cravings</strong><br>
    Summer is the season for "nostalgic eating" - hot days in a park have
    you yearning to visit the ice cream truck, baseball games have you craving a
    hot dog, and a walk on the boardwalk finds you in line at Thrasher's fries.
    Learn more about summer cravings and easy strategies to manage them.</p>
    
    <p> <strong>Health Promotion Thursdays: Summer Safety</strong></p>
    
    <p>Join us for live wellness webinars on summer
    safety for the whole family - including pets!</p>
    
    <p><strong>Register for 7/20, 7/27 Summer Safety Sessions <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMDksInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vcmVnaXN0ZXIuZ290b3dlYmluYXIuY29tL3J0LzEzNTkyNjA2ODY1NzU2NzQyMDMiLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjMwNzE4Ljc5ODA4MDMxIn0.aigAYFRUDko0CpJPTPfB1IIAUW8ooFW5gYjvDFJKYSM/s/1847436581/br/222815340409-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">here</a></strong></p>
    
    <p><strong>Thursday, 7/20, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: How to Stay Cool in
    Summer<br>
    </strong>Heat is a given in July and August so it is important to know how to
    prevent, identify, and manage heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Remember,
    heat-related illnesses can affect everyone and every age, so this information
    is important for the whole family (including pets)! </p>
    
    <p><strong>Thursday, 7/27, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Love the Summer Skin
    You're In<br>
    </strong>Summer means fresh air and SUNSHINE! Sun exposure is the best way to boost
    vitamin D levels because few foods contain significant amounts of vitamin D.
    This webinar will address how to protect your skin while getting enough sun
    exposure to boost and maintain vitamin D levels safely and what happens to your
    skin (and how to repair it) if you get too much sun.</p>
    
    <p> </p>
    
    <p><strong>Friday Unwind Time Summer Series: Get Away Meditations
    for Mini-Vacations!</strong></p>
    
    <p><strong>Take a 15-minute minute mini-vacations each Friday</strong></p>
    
    <p><strong>Register for Friday Unwind Time sessions <a href="https://lnks.gd/l/eyJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJidWxsZXRpbl9saW5rX2lkIjoxMTAsInVyaSI6ImJwMjpjbGljayIsInVybCI6Imh0dHBzOi8vcmVnaXN0ZXIuZ290b3dlYmluYXIuY29tL3J0Lzc0NDMxNjQxODcyOTI4MzI4NjAiLCJidWxsZXRpbl9pZCI6IjIwMjMwNzE4Ljc5ODA4MDMxIn0.DM8-OTKVY4NrRc44eCeVD1JElkPlWIevldahJDIdRso/s/1847436581/br/222815340409-l" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">here</a></strong></p>
    
    <p><strong>Friday, 7/21, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: The Healing Fountain</strong><br>
    Visit this fountain of crystal clear healing water and immerse yourself in it.</p>
    
    <p><strong>Friday, 7/28, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: The 4 Elements of
    Earth, Air, Water, Heat</strong><br>
    Experience how the 4 elements of earth, air, water, and heat work together to
    support and fuel your body.</p></div>
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<Title>ATTN: Members of the MD State Retirement &amp; Pension system</Title>
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    <div class="html-content"><p><span>For employees enrolled in the MD State Retirement &amp; Pension system, the schedule of Pre-Retirement seminars and webinars is now available for August – December 2023.</span></p><p><span><span>These pension seminars are a valuable planning tool for all eligible members and their spouses, provided by the MD State Pension Agency via the Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC). Employees who attend should be within 8 years of retiring.</span></span><span></span></p><p><span><span>Please register for an in-person seminar or webinar using this link: <a href="http://www.ccbcmd.edu/ceed-preretirement-state" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">http://www.ccbcmd.edu/ceed-preretirement-state</a> or by calling <strong>443-840-5059</strong></span></span><span>. Please provide the <strong>course number</strong> when registering. </span></p><p><span><span>*NOTE: all in-person seminars and webinars run from 9:00am - 4:00pm.</span></span></p><p><strong><br></strong></p><p><strong>Webinar Dates:</strong></p><ul><li>August 4 (CRN 73273)</li><li>August 29 (CRN 73274)</li><li>September 22 (CRN 73355)</li><li>October 25 (CRN 73287)</li><li>November 21 (CRN 73302)</li><li>December 8 (CRN 73284)</li></ul><p><span><strong><br></strong></span></p><p><span><strong>IN-PERSON</strong> seminar dates: </span></p><ul><li>September 8 – Frostburg State University (CRN 73333)</li><li>September 15 – Harford Community College (CRN 73335)</li><li>September 19 – Preston Street State Office Building (CRN 73336)</li><li>September 21 – CCBC Catonsville Campus (CRN 73067)</li><li>September 28 – Anne Arundel Health Department (CRN 73353)</li><li>October 12 – Salisbury University (CRN 73280)</li><li>October 13 – CCBC Owings Mills (CRN 73292)</li><li>October 26 – Hagerstown Community College (CRN 73289)</li><li>October 27 – CCBC Essex (CRN 73290)</li><li>November 16 - State Highway Association – Hunt Valley (CRN 73298)</li><li>December 5 – Harford Community College (CRN 73278)</li><li>December 14 – Maryland Department of Transportation (CRN 73281)</li><li>December 15 – CCBC Essex (CRN 73282) *<em>LEOPS Only</em></li></ul><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br></p><p>To register for a seminar or webinar, please go to: <a href="http://www.ccbcmd.edu/ceed-preretirement-state" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">http://www.ccbcmd.edu/ceed-preretirement-state</a> or call <strong>443-840-5059</strong></p><p>If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact Sarah Moore at <a href="mailto:scullip@ccbcmd.edu" rel="nofollow external" class="bo">scullip@ccbcmd.edu</a>. </p></div>
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<Summary>For employees enrolled in the MD State Retirement &amp; Pension system, the schedule of Pre-Retirement seminars and webinars is now available for August – December 2023.  These pension seminars...</Summary>
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