Wellness Wednesdays
June 16, 2021
Mental Health Resources
Understanding Inclusivity
We all deserve to be valued for who we are regardless of our gender identity or sexual orientation. Whether you or a loved one are part of the LGBTQ+ community, or you're a supportive ally, LifeWorks has informative resources to help you gain a better understanding of inclusion, give or receive support, and build a more welcoming culture at work, at home, and in your community.
June 2021 LifeWorks Newsletter
Time to Rejuvenate: 10 Ways to Boost Your Mental Health This Summer
Summertime usually comes with the thoughts of relaxation, sun, vacations and fun but there can also be a downside to the flexibility of summer that leads to anxiety. Whether the summer makes it more difficult for you to maintain your mental health or if it makes you feel relaxed, here are 10 ways you can rejuvenate your well-being and boost your mental health over the summer.
Employee Assistance Program
LifeWorks EAP is available 24 hours a day at no cost to help you and your families. This program offers confidential assistance through a free, web-based resource with a telephone support service providing access to caring professional consultants and masters-level counselors.
Phone: English: (888) 456-1324, Spanish: (888) 732-9020
Your Life Iowa
If you need to decompress and talk to someone about the stress and anxieties you may have, Your Life Iowa is here for you. You will be connected with a licensed therapist. There are three ways to access the services.
Call (855) 581-8111
Text (855) 895-8398
Call 211, choose extension 8
Apps and Other Stuff
Iowa Juneteenth Neighbor's Day
Juneteenth is the oldest known celebration that commemorates the June 19, 1865 announcement of the abolition of slavery in the United States of America.
The Iowa Juneteenth observance has been in existence for 30 years and was founded by Gary Lawson in 1990. On April 11, 2002, the Iowa Juneteenth holiday was made an official holiday.
Bring the family and enjoy music, food, a flea market and more at the 2021 Neighbor's Day this Saturday, June 21 at Western Gateway Park in Des Moines.
Photo credit Dr. Karen Horneffer-Ginter