Clinic to host Patient and Family Partnership Council March 26
The 66th Medical Squadron will host a Patient and Family Partnership Council meeting March 26 from 10 to 11 a.m. in the Brown Conference Room, Building 1305.
The council provides a forum for patients and family members to engage directly with clinic leadership, ask questions and share feedback on services and operations. Officials said participant input plays a key role in shaping improvements to the clinic’s care environment. Organizers encourage community members to attend and contribute ideas, perspectives and concerns to help strengthen healthcare delivery across the installation.
For more information, contact the MDS Clinic at 781-225-6198.
Balanced Life Series to focus on stress management and overall health
The Balanced Life Series returns this winter with a virtual program designed to help participants better manage stress while strengthening both mental and physical health.
The series will provide practical strategies for reducing stress, improving nutrition, maintaining physical activity and building long-term resilience. Each session is 45 minutes and will be held via Microsoft Teams.
Scheduled sessions include: Building Resilience and Staying the Course During Stressful Times – March 26, 2026, from noon to 12:45 p.m.
Participants will receive the Microsoft Teams link upon registration. To enroll, email Ebon.Alley.1@us.af.mil or scan the QR code on the event flyer below.
HanscomFit Challenge held March 27
The next HanscomFit Challenge is scheduled for Friday, March 27, from 7:15 to 9 a.m. at the base Fitness Center.
The event will be conducted as an individual competition, with no team participation allowed. Participants will complete a series of undisclosed physical challenges designed to test overall fitness and athletic ability. Organizers encourage members to use the event as part of their individual physical training time or to participate alongside unit members in a competitive environment. Registration is required to reserve a time slot and can be completed using the provided QR code or online link.
For more information, contact Stephen Strosser, Operational Support Team strength and conditioning specialist, at 781-225-6373.
Employee Assistance Program launches on-demand wellness podcasts
The Employee Assistance Program has expanded its resources with a new library of on-demand podcasts available to DAF civilians and their families. The podcasts can be accessed anytime and cover a variety of topics, including health and fitness, seasonal wellness, caregiving, and financial well-being.
This month’s featured episode, Budgeting Finances in Uncertain Times, offers guidance on managing money during periods of economic uncertainty. Podcasts can be found by visiting the EAP website through the resilience.af.mil portal and selecting the “What’s Trending This Month” section under the Home tab.
Employee Assistance Program
The Employee Assistance program provides access to an extensive webinar library at https://www.resilience.af.mil/Workforce-Resource/. Once on the website, select civilian EAP to log in to view the webinars. Topics cover a wide range of areas including child/elder care, financial and legal assessment, stress management, personal health and wellness goals, and more. Each month, EAP also hosts live webinars on various subjects. Below, is a highlighted webinar for this month. Additionally, EAP online resources feature numerous articles, videos, and community resources to support your overall well-being.
Visit the EAP website today to explore these valuable resources. EAP is free, confidential, and available 24/7. For questions or assistance call 866-580-9078 or visit https://www.resilience.af.mil/Workforce-Resource/.
Civilian Health Promotion Services (CHPS)
Civilian Health Promotion Services is a FREE mobile worksite wellness program available to civilians. To find the latest information on active wellness challenges and local upcoming events, view the calendar on the USAF Civilian Wellness Portal at www.USAFwellness.com. When creating your portal account, be sure to select your current location to view your local calendar of events.
CHPS encourages wellness, stress management during holiday season
Civilian Health Promotion Services is reminding personnel of the resources available to help maintain physical and emotional wellbeing during the holiday season.
CHPS offers health screenings, educational programs on nutrition and fitness, and year-round wellness activities designed to build healthy habits. Officials note that feeling increased stress during the holidays is common, particularly when financial or personal pressures rise. Civilian wellness programs provide tools to help manage stress and support resilience, encouraging employees to prioritize their health as the season unfolds.
For more information, reach out to our team at DAF.CivilianWellness@us.af.mil.
USAF Civilian Wellness Portal
The USAF Civilian Wellness Portal offers virtual wellness solutions at your fingertips through our web-based platform and the downloadable app. In the portal, you will find interactive and motivational tools, fitness routines, and educational information designed to assist you in meeting and maintaining your fitness and nutritional goals.
Download the Wellness Portal app by visiting your device’s app store and searching for “Motivation Alliance”. Once downloaded, enter www.usafwellness.com as the URL. If you have already created account, log in with your credentials (or create a new account) to receive immediate access to all the health and wellness features such as Diet ID, Les Mills, and so much more.