Virtual deskside stretch sessions offered
Air Force Civilian Health Promotion Services officials are offering virtual "deskside stretch" sessions to promote workplace wellness and reduce common musculoskeletal issues.
The live, 20-minute sessions are held weekly on Tuesdays through May 12 at 1 p.m. via Microsoft teams. The guided routines focus on simple stretches designed to address concerns such as carpal tunnel symptoms, hip tightness and poor posture. The sessions are facilitated by Civilian Health Promotion Services personnel and are open to participants with access to the Teams platform. Exercises are designed to be performed at a desk and easily incorporated into a daily routine.
For more information, contact Ian Ganley at 781-225-6377 or ian.ganley.ctr@us.af.mil.
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.