Women face specific health issues that can have a significant impact on wellbeing. Stay informed and move toward taking control by reading this month’s articles from TELUS Health (formerly Lifeworks), Illinois Tech’s Employee Assistance Program. Check out the Heartbeat Newsletter for articles such as The importance of assertiveness in work-life balance, and Understanding menopause. When you visit the Heartbeat Newsletter site, you also have access to prior months’ newsletters and all of their articles, videos, and resources.

New to Lifeworks? Consider joining an orientation session. The next general session will take place on March 13 at noon CST. You can connect by clicking here.

This month’s free webinars are:

• Mindful Meditation March 8^th 2:00 PM ET
  • Register here: https://bli-meetings.webex.com/weblink/register/r0044bd8a143c560e64c07c210d0b2ff3

  In this program, participants will examine the focus of mindful mediation, define it, explore what it is and isn’t, identify its benefits, discuss data that supports mindful mediation and have an opportunity to practice it.

• Staying Connected in Today’s Digital World March 22^nd 2:00 PM ET
  • Register here: https://bli-meetings.webex.com/weblink/register/r75b7e0c83dd1fff9b06a809f787a6c37

With the advances in technology that we have today, connecting with others is right at our fingertips. However, loneliness is at an all-time high. During this training, we will take a look at how technology has changed our day-to-day social interactions and the way we interact with others. We will explore ways to use technology wisely, yet still maintain that personal touch in relationships.

TELUS Health’s ongoing features

Don’t forget about ongoing resources like LIFT Virtual Fitness, and Life Coaching, both of which are completely free. There are even discount opportunities.

As always, TELUS Health is available 24/7 for free and confidential assistance for Illinois Tech Employees and their families. Don’t forget the app, either. It’s available in the Apple App Store and Google Play, and allows you to access resources directly through your smartphone!

• Username/Password: HR Portal Employee Assistance Program page
• Online: login.lifeworks.com
• Toll-free, 24/7 phone line: 888.456.1324
• En español: 888.732.9020
• TTY: 800.999.3004
• Download the “Lifeworks” app, available on iTunes and Google Play

For more information about TELUS Health, please visit the HR Portal Employee Assistance Program page.