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A monthly newsletter for all things City of Irving wellness. Stay up-to-date on wellness events, how to earn IWin points, and healthy tips!
Keep reading to see what is happening in September!
IWIN BOOKS DUE SEPTEMBER 5TH
Don't miss out on your wellness incentive money! Be sure to bring your book and proof of activities to HR BEFORE the deadline. Books are due to HR by 5pm on Sept. 5th, no exceptions.
IWIN SPEAKER FORUM VIDEOS
Still need IWIN points?
This year ’ s IWIN videos are up-to-date on Irving University. You can receive 5 points per video watched, up to 120 points. Be sure to show your transcript for proof.
LIVE WELLNESS SPEAKER FORUMS
SEPTEMBER
SEPTEMBER
10:00-10:45pm
CityHall-CouncilChambers 17
MemberRewards with Chandra McQueen
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas provides Member Rewards, a program administered by Zelis that offers cash rewards when a lowercost, quality medical service is selected. Learn how you can take full advantage of this program!
VIRTUAL
24
2:00-2:45pm
CityHall-CouncilChambers
ThePowerofWalking:How DailyStepsImproveLower BodyHealth with ATI Physical Therapy
Join ATI Physical Therapy to learn the benefits of walking for circulation, strength, and joint health. They will also discuss how to set realistic daily movement goals.
WELLNESS SPEAKER FORUM
SEPTEMBER
30
11:00-11:45am
HostedvirtuallyonTeams
Meeting ID: 262 064 478 067 3 | Passcode: Hy7m8Mr6 | ClickHeretoRegister with Dara Chapman
We are all likely to experience hectic, stressful days that can leave us feeling frustrated and even fatigued. However, when this stress is prolonged and repeated, we are at risk for developing burnout. In this webinar you will learn how to identify burnout, how it’s different than stress, and discover helpful ways to reduce it at work and in our everyday lives.
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SUICIDE PREVENTION MONTH
Suicidalthoughts,muchlikementalhealthconditions, canaffectanyoneregardlessofage,genderor background.Suicidalthoughts,althoughcommon,should notbeconsiderednormalandoftenindicatemoreserious issues.SeptemberisSuicidePreventionMonth—atime toraiseawarenessofthisurgentlyimportantcrisis.
Get The Right Care for Your Mental Health
We know everyone’s mental health journey is one-of-a-kind.
Our new Mental Health Hub can help guide you to the best care for your needs. The Hub is an online tool that provides access to mental health providers, videos, podcasts, articles and more!
It covers 200+ mental health and wellbeing topics such as:
• Anxiety
• Stress
• Resilience
• Depression
• Substance Use
• Relationships
• Parenting
• Self-care
• Eating Disorders
The Hub also features over 15 different wellbeing assessments to help you learn more about your mental health, including our comprehensive Wellness Check-In Assessment. Most of them can be completed in just a few minutes. Based on your results, you will receive a list of recommended resources that match your needs. They may include counseling, self-paced programs and/or medication management.
Wellness Check-in Assessment
This a great starting point! When you first access the Hub, you will be prompted to take it. You can retake this assessment as many times as you like to track your progress, and you can use it for covered dependents, including children, too.
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PEOPLE IN THE U.S. STRUGGLE WITH THEIR MENTAL HEALTH1
Prioritize Your Mental Wellbeing
With the Mental Health Hub, you have direct access to mental health specialists, if needed, including those who treat:
• Eating disorders – Equip
• Pediatric mental health – Manatee
• Obsessive-compulsive disorders – NOCD
• Substance use disorders – Workit Health
You can also search for additional, in-network mental health providers (virtual and in-person) or check out self-led programs included with your health plan.
The Mental Health Hub is confidential and available 24/7 at no added cost to you2.
Explore it today.
1. Log in to Blue Access for MembersSM at bcbstx.com
2. Select Behavioral Health
3. Choose Mental Health Hub
Overcoming Stigma Together
Many people struggling with their mental health do not seek help because of stigma. BCBSTX is committed to overcoming stigma together with you.
Here are a few ways to get started:
• Learn more about mental health.
• Take care of your mental wellbeing every day.
• Share information with friends and family.
• Seek professional care if needed.
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas is here to help you. If you need assistance, call the number of the back of you member ID card.
