The State Wellness Program aims to motivate, inspire, and educate employees through monthly wellness webinars (live and on-demand), healthy challenges, guided meditations, wellness coaching, and much more.
June is National Employee Wellness Month
In celebration of National Employee Wellness Month, the State's Employee Benefits Division (EBD) has put together a calendar of special events and webinars designed to support employees' well-being. Celebrate with their special events!
Thursday, June 11, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Pave Your Path to Happiness
Discover the transformative powers that nature, social connection, and self-expression can have on lasting happiness and well-being with practical tips for integrating them into your life. Take charge of your well-being and start paving your path to a healthier, more fulfilling life!
Register for 6/11 Pave Your Path to Happiness
Tuesday, June 16, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Occupational Wellness
Learn practical ways to promote motivation, maintain balance, and foster a healthy relationship with work.
Register for 6/16 Occupational Wellness
Thursday, June 18, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Seated Laughing Yoga
Laughing Yoga is a fun, interactive wellness practice that combines intentional laughter exercises with deep breathing techniques inspired by yoga. Participants engage in guided laughter activities, playful movement, clapping, and breathing exercises that often lead to genuine laughter and connection - no yoga experience, flexibility, or sense of humor required!
Register for 6/18 Seated Laughing Yoga
Wednesday, June 24, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Lowering Inflammation with Food
Discover the profound connection between diet and inflammation and gain insight into how your food consumption impacts your overall well-being. Through practical tips and food recommendations, including anti-inflammatory foods and spices, this health topic encourages mindful eating and lifestyle choices for long-term wellness.
Register for 6/24 Lowering Inflammation with Food
Thursday, June 25, 10:00 am - 10:30 am and 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm: State's Wellness Program Rewards and Resources
Discover how the State’s Wellness Program helps you save money and supports your health by offering $0 PCP copays, reduced specialist copays, reduced fitness memberships and no-cost wellness coaching, weight management programs, and more. Two sessions are being offered on the same day to accommodate varying schedules. Please register separately for your preferred session.
Register for 10:00 am Session | Register for 1:00 pm Session
Mindful Mondays: Wellness at Work Series
Monday, June 15, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Staying Energized Through the Day
Say goodbye to the afternoon energy slump! Learn easy, effective ways to boost and maintain your energy throughout the day with better nutrition, movement, and hydration practices.
Register for 6/15 Staying Energized
Monday, June 22, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Boost Your Emotional Well-Being
Emotional well-being affects how you manage and respond to stress. Experts will provide practical information and simple strategies to support your emotional wellness and overall well-being.
Register for 6/22 Emotional Well-Being
Monday, June 29, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Ease Your Mind with Mindfulness
Explore simple ways to incorporate mindfulness into everyday activities to help you feel more grounded, focused, and at ease.
Register for 6/29 Ease Your Mind
Tasty Tuesdays with Chef Sandra
Tuesday, June 9, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Chicken Milanese
Few dishes are as satisfying as a perfectly crisp Chicken Milanese. Uncover the secrets to creating a restaurant-worthy yet totally doable homemade version of this classic favorite. You’ll be ready to bring a little Italian-inspired comfort to your own kitchen.
Register for 6/9 Chicken Milanese
Tuesday, June 23, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Caesar Salad + Homemade Croutons
The iconic Caesar salad offers bold flavor and texture. Learn how to make a caesar dressing with a perfect balance of lemon, garlic, and optional anchovies. Toss it with fresh, crisp romaine and top it with homemade croutons to add a seasonal “from-scratch” element that fits June’s fresh-food focus.
Register for 6/23 Caesar Salad + Homemade Croutons
Tuesday, June 30, 11:00 am - 11:45 am: Lemon and Raspberry Scones
Buttery, tender, and slightly sweet, lemon and raspberry scones bring in the flavors of bright citrus and berries, making them cheerful, light, and perfect for June gatherings, brunches, or outdoor dining.
Register for 6/30 Lemon and Raspberry Scones
Healthy U Wednesdays
Wednesday, June 10, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Eat Your Rainbow!
Including a variety of colors in your meals significantly boosts your nutrition. Amy, a Registered Dietitian, will provide creative, fun, and delicious recipe ideas for your whole family.
Register for 6/10 Eat Your Rainbow!
Wednesday, June 17, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Keep Dad Healthy and Strong
Celebrate the fathers and father figures in your life by learning practical ways to support long-term health and vitality. From preventive care and healthy habits to fitness, nutrition, stress management, and sleep, you’ll gain tips to help Dad thrive year-round.
Register for 6/17 Keep Dad Healthy and Strong
Wednesday, June 24, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Men's Health Latest Updates
Experts will share the biggest trends and updates shaping men’s health in 2026 such as a renewed focus on longevity, mental health, nutrition, and timely health screenings.
Register for 6/24 Men's Health Latest Updates
Thrive Thursdays
Thursday, June 25, 11:00 am - 11:30 am: Boost Your Brainpower
Discover simple daily habits and activities that keep your mind active, sharpen focus, boost memory, and support better brain health at every age.
Register for 6/25 Boost Your Brainpower
Friday Guided Meditations
Friday, June 12, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: Gratitude Circle
Embrace feelings like joy, ease, and fulfillment as you embody gratitude and gladness.
Register for 6/12 Gratitude Circle
Friday, June 26, 11:00 am - 11:15 am: The Virtual Healing Fountain
Visualizing a healing fountain may offer benefits like stress reduction, mental clarity, emotional healing, and physical relaxation.
Register for 6/26 The Healing Fountain
Tips for a Healthier You
Friday, June 12, 11:30 am - 11:45 am: Men's Health
Explore simple steps everyone can take to better understand, support, and improve men’s health and wellness.
Register for 6/12 Men's Health
Friday, June 26, 11:30 am - 11:45 am: Alcohol Use and Misuse
For many, drinking alcohol in moderation is a part of life, but consuming too much may harm health. Learn how alcohol impacts the body and get tools to support a healthier relationship with it.