Department of Budget and Management Health Benefits

Holiday anxiety can easily turn this most joyful time of year into a stressful time. Manage holiday anxiety with practical mindfulness tips presented in this webinar.

This checklist will provide you with the opportunity to identify your holiday stressors, learn easy-to-incorporate holiday stress relievers, and invite more joy into your life during the holidays and beyond.  Register for 12/9 Holiday Mental Health Checklist

Did you know that "Holiday Heart Syndrome" is a real thing? This term was coined in 1978 as a result of studies that identified various holiday stressors and their impacts on heart health. While good sleep (at least 7.5 hours) is critical for good heart health all year long, sleep disruption during the holidays creates additional heart health risks. Hear heart-specific stress relief strategies that will help you sleep like a baby during the holidays and beyond.

Chef Sandra invites you to make her favorite meatloaf dish inspired by the movie "A Christmas Story." Her secret twist on this tasty, healthy, and easy to prepare dish makes it perfect for the fast-paced holiday hosting season. It's so good that your family will want seconds and your guests will ask for the recipe!  Register for 12/3 Holiday Meatloaf

It’s that time again! Holiday banquets and dinners are on the agenda at every turn. If you're looking for a new recipe to add to your yearly festive feasts, borrow this favorite from Chef Sandra's family for your holiday table. 

Transform humble bananas into a show-stopping treat as you brulée your way to holiday dessert perfection! With caramelized bananas, a crunchy hazelnut-oat topping, and an optional splash of luscious Frangelico liqueur, it's holiday heaven! Register for 12/17 Bruléed Bananas​

During the holidays it can be challenging to maintain the four areas of good sleep, exercise, loving relationships, and healthy eating. Join this webinar to learn simple strategies to help these areas survive the holidays!

With holiday parties, holiday shopping, and holiday "everything" your sleep may be disrupted because of the increased activity. Join this webinar to review the importance of sleep for your physical and mental health and learn simple tips to consistently get a good night's sleep.

Here's a holiday present to give yourself - gratitude! When you practice gratitude, you increase your happiness and positive emotions, improve your physical and mental health, and improve your relationships with others. It's a gift you and others will enjoy every day of the year! 

Register for 12/19 Taking Care of Your Gratitude