Mindfulness meditation has become popular for helping individuals recover physically and emotionally from typical work stressors. People who regularly practice mindfulness and reflection tend to develop a deeper awareness of self, others, situations, and environments. Besides the positive effects on individuals, mindfulness contributes to workplace effectiveness through greater empathy, enhanced collaboration, and more contemplative decision-making, […]

Join us for a webinar to learn what Arizona is doing to help new parents bring their children into the workplace.   We will cover: • Infant at Work Policies • Work Procedures and Guidelines • Leadership support • Education and support that employees need • Learn about barriers and successes On-Demand webinar access, slides, […]

Little or a poor quality sleep often sets the tone for rest of the day. A recent report by the National Sleep Foundation found that only 10% of American adults prioritize their sleep over other aspects of daily living such as fitness, nutrition, work, social life, and hobbies/personal interests. It is no surprise that each […]

Brought to you in partnership by: Stress is a part of life, managing it needs to be too. What can you do to help decrease the stress in your life and start living in the present? In this Workplace Wellness Webinar, Tiara Cash, Program Manager of the Center for Mindfulness, Compassion and Resilience at Arizona State […]

Brought to you in partnership by: With over 58% of U.S. women in the labor force[i], the workplace must be considered when looking at women’s overall health.  In this Workplace Wellness Webinar, Susie Leo, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist, and Emily Davis, International Board Certified Lactation Consultant, join us to breakdown helpful tools and practices critical to supporting the […]

Brought to you in partnership by Scratch ‘N Sniff no more! Anyone with allergies has experienced their undesirable consequences. Feeling uncomfortable, distracted or unproductive, and in more severe cases potentially life-threatening illness can occur. Employers may not be able to prevent allergies but there are ways to guard against undesirable impacts and decrease potential medical […]

This month behavioral health expert Melody Hicks joins us to discuss the damaging effects of loneliness on employees and their workplace. In the age of connectivity, employers find it more challenging than ever to reduce isolation and loneliness at work. This prevalent health concern has employers feeling it’s negative impacts across all levels of employees and is why […]

Diabetes is a complex disease that has taken our population by storm over the last few decades. One of the Plastics and Reconstructive Surgeons with Dignity Health Medical Group joins us to discuss potential nerve issues associated with those who are affected by this often debilitating disease. Participants will learn: • What is neuropathy? • […]

Across the state worksites are making huge strides improving employee wellness through healthy eating, exercise programs, and tobacco cessation but a focus on brain health is still frequently left out of the solution. Recognizing the importance of brain health and how it relates to employee engagement, safety, and productivity in the workplace can capture a […]

The Arizona Workplace Lactation Program collaborates with employers providing resources, education, and materials to support worksites implementing lactation policies and programs. Over 470 Arizona worksites have used these practices to better accommodate and support mothers returning to work since 2015. Today, we are excited to take a closer look at four local employer experiences creating […]