Wellness Happenings - October

Featuring monthly updates from Christine Flory and the Office of Health and Wellness.

Above: �� Students enjoy the weather on campus on the first day of class

October Health Observances

Onsite Health Screenings for Faculty and Staff in October!

Date and Time: TBD

Keep your eyes on the events calendar for more information.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Get answers to from the National Breast Cancer Foundation
Get up-to-date from the CDC
From the Health Advocate blog, breast cancer as well as those who have passed away; also, learn about your

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

From the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence, learn
From the Health Advocate blog, learn about

Home Eye Safety Month

From PreventBlindness.org, get
From the Health Advocate blog, get

For organizations: Prevent Blindness offers a variety of that may be helpful to your employees.

National Work and Family Month

From the Health Advocate blog, to read articles on work/life balance, stress management, and more

Health Literacy Month

From the Health Advocate blog, these articles can help you be a savvier health consumer: , , and

Mental Illness Awareness Week: October 5 – 11

From the National Alliance on Mental Illness,
From the Health Advocate blog, here’s how to help for those dealing with mental illness

National Depression Screening Day: October 7

From SAMHSA, learn about
From the Health Advocate blog, get

World Mental Health Day: October 10

From the World Health Organization,
From the Health Advocate blog, get , find out what you should know about , and–in anticipation of cooler temperatures later this year–start mulling over these ways to

World Menopause Day: October 18

Menopause Matters Program: Free program for faculty and staff

Members from �� Wellness, OT, PA, Nursing, and PT have come together to create a comprehensive program that will inform, support, guide, and empower you as you navigate the menopause transition.

We’re excited to share the final details for the Menopause Matters program offered this Fall! Thank you again to everyone who completed the interest and planning surveys—your input has been invaluable in shaping a program that meets the needs of our community. While we know we weren’t able to accommodate every preference in this initial pilot, we’re already planning future offerings to help expand access.

Program Overview
Menopause Matters is a 6-week program designed to inform, support, guide, and empower women as they prepare for and navigate the menopause transition. Whether menopause feels far in the future or is part of your current journey, this program will provide knowledge and wellness strategies for every age and stage.

Dates & Schedule

Start Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Duration: 6 weeks
Day of the Week: Wednesdays
Time: 1-2pm
Location: Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences, 2nd floor Conference Room
Questions: Contact Liz Richardson @ eerichardson@marybaldwin.edu or Christine Flory @ cmflory@marybaldwin.edu

Registration
Participation is free, but registration is required. Please use the link below to register:

Once registered, you’ll receive confirmation and additional information prior to the first session.

We can’t wait to embark on this journey with you—empowering wellness at work and beyond!

With appreciation,
Your Menopause Matters Health Partners

Liz Richardson, OT (eerichardson@marybaldwin.edu)

Christine Flory, �� Director of Wellness Initiatives (cmflory@marybaldwin.edu)

Sarah McCadden, OT

Chesney Carroll, PA

Shelia Talbott, Nursing

Cassy Turner, PT

Halloween: October 31

Health Advocate is here with lots of ideas to help you and your family have a fun and healthy Halloween!

Check out these
Be mindful of if your family plans to go trick-or-treating
And here are a few ways to

Upcoming Health Advocate Webinars:

October 16, 2025
Domestic Violence Awareness

November 20, 2025
Drugs and Addiction: What Everyone Needs to Know

On campus events �� Wellness Events:

Menopause Matters Program: Free program for faculty and staff

Dates & Schedule

Start Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2025
Duration: 6 weeks
Day of the Week: Wednesdays
Time: 1-2pm
Location: Murphy Deming College of Health Sciences, 2nd floor Conference Room
Questions: Contact Liz Richardson @ eerichardson@marybaldwin.edu or Christine Flory @ cmflory@marybaldwin.edu

Registration
Participation is free, but registration is required. Please use the link below to register:

10/15/25 9 am – 3 pm

Free massage event for students, faculty and staff.

Location:

MDCHS- Room G 19

Staunton- Location TBD

10/22- Unbottled: Alcohol, stress and sleep – Sleep kits and Truth or Myth game

Hunt 12-1 pm

10/23 National Domestic Violence Awareness Day# purplethursday Table event with purple ribbons

Hunt 12- 1 pm

Timely Care Faculty Support:

Faculty/ Staff Wellness Portal Health Advocate:

Health Advocate replaced Web MD wellness portal in Jan 2024.

Quarter 4 deadline to earn and log incentives December 10, 2025

To earn the incentive you need to earn and log cumulative of 300 points in the wellness portal during Q1 ( Jan 1 – March 31, 2025) and Q2 (April – June 30,2025) and Q3 (July 1- September 30, 2025) Q4 ( October 1, 2025 – December 10,2025)

Question about the new portal can be emailed to Director of Wellness Initiatives Christine Flory at cmflory@marybaldwin.edu

Here’s how to create your account:

Fac/Staff please take a few minutes to watch this video as it provides a comprehensive overview of the new well being portal and how to log incentives through Health Advocate.

Anthem EAP Webinars:

To view a seminar on demand, go to anthemeap.com and enter your company code: �� You’ll find a link to these and other seminars on the homepage.

View the seminars on demand — anytime, anywhere. Submit a question and receive a response via email. Questions are logged in a FAQ section, so you can browse and learn from the questions of others

10/7/25 Overcoming Burnout 12:30-1:30 pm

Join link:

Webinar number:

2632 857 0381

Webinar password:

JRfKQesw734 (57357379 when dialing from a video system)

11/4 12:30-1:30 pm Creating and Annual Well Being Plan:

Ready to crush your well-being goals without burning out by February? In this session, we’ll walk you through 12 game-changing habits that will boost your physical, mental, and emotional health all year long. You’ll get to pick the ones that fit your lifestyle, and we’ll even throw in some resources to help you stay on track (because we know life happens). By the end, you’ll be ready to tackle your well-being plan like a pro and enjoy a healthier, happier you!

Join link:

Webinar number:

2861 021 5024

Webinar password:

tCjGPn6z8h7 (82547669 when dialing from a video system)

EAP Recordings:

February recording: Health and Wellness in the Black Community

March recording: Eating Right on the Run and on a Budget

April recording: Mindfulness Meditation

May recording: Menopause

June recording: Men’s Health

July recording:The Gut-Brain Connections

August recording: Emotional Intelligence

September: Intro to Neurodiversity

Don’t forget you have access to EAP and Talk Space:

New Resource: VapeFreeVA.org

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