Participating in a university-based general wellness program over a multi-week period (attending at least 85% of sessions over a minimum of 8 weeks) is necessary to be eligible for this incentive. You must complete an attestation form in HCM by Nov. 30 to earn the incentive.
Why is this Important?
Health and wellness are critical components of overall well-being and can make a significant difference in the length and quality of peoples’ lives. Enhancing the overall wellness of benefits-eligible faculty and staff is a core value of the CWRU Wellness Program and has been identified by Gallup as a critical factor to enhance work performance, productivity, morale and engagement, and to reduce illness and turnover.
Series topics that would fit into this new category include Eldercare, Environmental Health, Women’s Health, Men’s Health, and more. Stay tuned, as we will continue to add new programs in this category.
Empowerment Through Knowledge: Women's Health and Menopause
Navigating midlife brings unique health needs, and menopause is a significant transition that calls for expert care and informed support. This new comprehensive series is dedicated to empowering female faculty and staff with the knowledge and tools needed to thrive during this pivotal stage of life. Learn how menopause affects not only physical health, but also emotional and mental well-being. Join us as Cleveland Clinic healthcare professionals share their expertise on a broad spectrum of topics.
Please note that the days and times of presentations will vary throughout the series.
Understanding Menopause: What to Expect - Sara Glasenapp, PA-C (Mon. Jan. 12 from 1-2 pm) [Listen to session recording]
Menopause Management - With Hormone Therapy - Jessica Nazzaro, DO (Wed. Jan. 21 from 12-1 pm) [Listen to session recording]
Menopause Management - Without Hormone Therapy - Erika Newlin, MD, FACPG (Wed. Jan. 28 from 12-1 pm)
Managing Abnormal Bleeding: Pre-Menopause, Peri-Menopause, Post-Menopause - Linda Bradley, MD (Mon. Feb. 2 from 12-1 pm)
Mental Health Aspects Associated with Menopause - Lulu Zhao, MD (Wed. Feb. 11 from 12-1 pm)
Midlife Transitions: Navigating Work and Life, Nutrition, Physical Activity - Hormonal Health Across the Lifespan - Natalie Bowersox, MD (Wed. Feb. 18 from 12-1 pm)
Brain Health for Women - Mary Rensel, MD, FAAN (Mon. Feb. 23 from 12-1 pm)
Bone Health - Sabashini Ramchand, MBBS (Mon. March 2 from 12-1 pm)
Women's Health Weight Management - Yael Mauer, MD, MPH, FACP, DABOM (Wed. March 11 from 1-2 pm)
Preventing and Managing Chronic Disease - Andrea Fischione, DO (Wed. March 18 from 12-1 pm)
Troubleshooting Menopause Treatments - Rachel Novik, DO (Wed. March 25 from 12-1 pm)
Pelvic Floor Health - Alexandra Burch, PT, DPT & Anna Spivak, DO, FACS, FASCRS (Mon. March 30 from 12-1 pm)
Sexual Health - Theresa Callard-Moore, PhD, LISW, CST-S (Wed. April 8 from 12-1 pm)
All sessions will be offered via Zoom.
Why Attend This Series?
Informed Health Decisions: Gain access to expert insights and healthcare guidance tailored to the distinct needs of women experiencing menopause. Understand the changes your body is going through allows you to make informed decisions about your health and well-being.
Holistic Well-being: Learn how menopause affects not only physical health but also emotional and mental well-being. This series covers a broad spectrum of topics, from managing symptoms like hot flashes and sleep disturbances to maintaining bone health and emotional resilience.
Community and Support: Connect with fellow female faculty and staff in a supportive environment where experiences can be shared, and mutual encourage fostered.
Practical Strategies: Discover practical strategies and lifestyle adjustments that can help alleviate menopause symptoms and enhance overall health.
Expert Speakers: Engage with healthcare professionals who specialize in women's health and menopause, providing evidence-based information.
Comprehensive Coverage: Explore a wide range of topics over the course of the series, ensuring a well-rounded understanding of menopause and its impact on health.
Embrace the Future: Healthy Aging
Aging is a natural part of life, and how we age can significantly impact our quality of life. This new 10-week Healthy Aging series will feature several subject matter experts who will empower faculty and staff with the knowledge and tools needed to navigate the aging process with confidence and a prevention-focused mindset. This comprehensive series will also touch on the important role of caregiving for older relatives, providing support and resources for those balancing these responsibilities.
Fridays, January 16 - March 20, from 12-1 pm via Zoom
January 16 - Aging Mindfully: Worry Less, Care More with Daron Larson, BA. Session 1 Recording
January 23 - Senior Scams and How to Avoid Them with Erin Eurenius, Esq., CPA
January 30 - Timeless Brain Boost with Carole Klingler, RN, BSN
February 6 - Family Harmony: Reducing Conflict and Finding Common Ground with Mary Harrison, CDP, LNHA
February 13 - Not Your Parents’ Retirement with Susan Fee, M.Ed., LPCC (V)
February 20 - Basics of Estate Planning with Rick Myers, Jr., J.D., Elderlaw Attorney
February 27 - Adaptive Yoga for All Abilities with Judith Eugene, Yoga & Reiki Instructor
March 6 - Honoring Legacies: The Therapeutic Power of Storytelling for Seniors with Mary Harrison, CDP, LNHA
March 13 - Elder Orphans: Who will take care of me? with Erin Eurenius, Esq., CPA
March 20 - The Changing Culture of Aging in America with Julia Ellifritt, LISW-S
Why Participate in this Series?
Prevention is Key: Learn proactive strategies to maintain your health and vitality as you age. From nutrition and exercise to mental wellness and chronic disease prevention, this series covers essential topics to help you age gracefully and healthily.
Caregiving Insights: Gain valuable insights and resources for managing the demands of caregiving. Our sessions will provide guidance on how to effectively support aging parents and relatives while maintaining your own well-being.
Expert Guidance: Benefit from the expertise of health professionals and aging specialists who will share evidence-based practices and innovative approaches to healthy aging.
Holistic Approach: Explore the interconnected aspects of aging, including physical, emotional, and cognitive health, to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the aging process.
Self-Care 101
Life can be demanding, but your well-being shouldn't be the sacrifice. Self-Care 101 is an 8-week, multidimensional series designed to help you reclaim your energy, focus, and vitality. From mastering sleep and stress to optimizing your nutrition and movement, this series distills expert insights into actionable daily wins that fit into your busy schedule and provides a comprehensive roadmap for building a sustainable, healthy lifestyle. Stop just "getting through" the day and start thriving with a personalized toolkit for a better you. This series will be presented by experts from the American Institute for Preventive Medicine.
Feb. 16 - Attending to your Attention (Emily Hoak, NBC-HWS, LCSW)
Feb. 23 - Happy, Healthy Heart (Heather Langille, RD, MA in Health Education)
March 2 - Healthy Aging (Karen Rehm, BA in Community Health and Preventive Medicine)
March 9 - Healthy Meal Prep (Heather Langille, RD, MA in Health Education)
March 16 - Natural Connections (Randi Sprintis, MS in Counseling and Mental Health)
March 23 - Stress Busters (Karen Rehm, BA in Community Health and Preventive Medicine)
March 30 - Workday Movement (Randi Sprintis, MS in Counseling and Mental Health)
April 6 - Sleep Better (Emily Hoak, NBC-HWC, LCSW)
From 12:30-1:30 pm via Zoom weekly
Beat the Heat: Cooling Chronic Inflammation to Improve Metabolic Health
Join Lindsay Malone, MS, RD, LD for an empowering eight-week series designed to help you reduce chronic inflammation and boost your metabolic health through an anti-inflammatory lifestyle.
Participants will:
* Gain a clear understanding of what inflammation is and how to recognize its warning signs in the body.
* Explore practical strategies to manage inflammation and enhance metabolic function.
* Learn about the powerful role of anti-inflammatory foods.
* Discover the connection between exercise and inflammation.
* Understand how sleep and stress management contribute to healing.
* Examine the impact of environmental and chemical exposures on inflammation.
Take control of your health with evidence-based tools and everyday habits that will help you feel your best, starting from the inside out.
Thursdays, September 11 - October 30, 2025, from 12:30-1:30 pm via Zoom
Holistic Health Series
Evidence supporting holistic health therapies such as meditation, yoga, Ayurveda, Feng Shui, and Reiki has grown through the years. Learn more about the power of complementary medicine applications to foster optimal well-being through this 9-week series with Judith Eugene, certified yoga instructor, Reiki Master Teacher, and health and wellness educator.
Future plans TBD
Succeeding Through Change
Managing change for individual health and well-being, as well as for organizational success, can be challenging for many of us. Our lives are busy, change is ever-present, and while we usually have the best of intentions, our other commitments and the fast pace of daily life can get in the way of our change efforts or even block them entirely. Thankfully, a variety of best practices exist and have been used to foster individual well-being and organizational success. This new 9-week series will offer a variety of perspectives, that uniquely blend individual and organizational change management, to maximize your capabilities. Six different speakers will present their suggestions on the power of mindset, intention, optimism, and leading change.
Future plans TBD
Eldercare
Learning how to navigate the maze of eldercare needs for family members and friends can be stressful. Topics such as insurance, dementia, communication strategies, and others can be challenging to deal with, and it is usually best to learn more from professional eldercare experts. This 9-week series will feature such experts and focus on important information faculty and staff may need when eldercare is necessary.
This series may return in 2026.
Blue Zones
Power up with the Blue Zones Power 9, an eight-week series focusing on nine habits of the healthiest people on the planet. Blue Zones are geographic regions on earth where people tend to live long and very healthy lives with very little chronic illness presence. Learn more about the Blue Zones through these sessions:
Future plans TBD
Interpersonal Relationships at Work
Managing relationships with others at work can be challenging at times. Learning best practice strategies to enhance your ability to establish, maintain, and grow healthy interpersonal relationships is important and will foster greater well-being at work. Useful strategies will be shared by a variety of expert presenters in this new series.
This series may return in 2026.
Parenting Series
Working in higher education while parenting can be rewarding, yet challenging, too. Learning how to best handle issues that arise during childhood may help smooth and destress daily life experiences for parents and their children. This new series will feature two counselors experienced in working with family and children: Kim Langley, MEd and Patty Saddle, MA, LPC, LSW.
Visit our Parenting page for additional resources, including information about CWRU's Child Care Subsidy Program.
This series may return in 2026.