May is awareness for Mental Health
Wahpeton Public Schools offers an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Mutual of Omaha. Sometimes a personal or professional issue can get in the way of maintaining a healthy, productive life. Your Employee Assistance Program (EAP) can be the answer for you and your family at no cost to you.
Go online to mutualofomaha.com/eap (Click on the “Request Services” button located near the phone number / Provide your company name, demographic information and the reason for seeking assistance / Click “Submit”) or call 800-316-2796 anytime.
- Family
- Work
- Stress, Anxiety,
- Depression
- Loss
- Everyday life
- 24/7 Service
- 100% Confidential
- Professional, friendly team
- No cost for you (3 face-to-face visits)
National Health & Fitness Month:
During the month of May, National Physical Fitness & Sports Month provides an opportunity to celebrate and promote physical activity and the benefits of sports participation. Physical activity is key to maintaining health and well-being. Getting active can improve fitness and reduce stress, reduce risk for many chronic diseases, and ease symptoms of anxiety and depression. Youth sports can help kids and teens get active and develop leadership, time management, and relationship-building skills.
Source: Move in May and Celebrate National Physical Fitness & Sports Month – News & Events | health.gov
National Stroke Awareness Month:
Strokes can happen to anyone, at any age. Having a stroke puts you at higher risk for a second one. Learn the F.A.S.T. warning signs of stroke and know your risk factors. Together, we can be a bold advocate for ourselves and others.
F = Face drooping or twisting
A = Arm weakness
S = Speech difficulty
T = Time to call 911
Source: The F.A.S.T. Experience | American Stroke Association
National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month:
More than 100 million people in the United States have asthma and/or allergies. Some people may have more than one of these conditions. This year’s theme is empowering individuals, families, and the community to save and improve lives for people with asthma and allergies.
Visit our Virtual Care tile for additional resources: Virtual Care – Wahpeton Public Schools (mybenefitsapp.com) or visit our Employee Assistance Program page: Employee Assistance Program – Wahpeton Public Schools (mybenefitsapp.com)