- Guilford County Schools
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Guilford County Schools seeks to inspire and encourage individuals to embrace a life of health, wellness and fitness. Employees have access to a variety of resources throughout the year to support a healthier lifestyle. Program information is published throughout the year.
Not just for our employees, but also for their families!
We’re all educators and want the best for our students and our own children. Ever get asked, what can families do to support the healthy development of pre-school aged children? Well, this is for you. Use this information with your own children, your family, and with your community.
FREE Researched-Based Information for our Educators with young children
Science shows that 80% of brain growth happens by the age of 3! Beginning from birth, young
brains develop like little muscles, getting bigger and stronger the more you and your family interact with your child. The Basics are five fun, simple, and powerful ways to help all children aged 0-5 maximize their brain development in order to be ready for school and ready for life. Here are The Basics:
· Maximize Love, Manage Stress
· Explore Through Movement and Play
Help us make The Basics the common language of caregiving! Learn more about The Basics Guilford, opt in to free weekly text messages that provide creative ideas for doing The Basics every day, or watch a quick Basics overview.
State Health Plan Link to Behavioral Health Resources:
Behavioral Health Resource Center | NC State Health Plan (shpnc.org)
Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less
(Active Members)
Eat Smart, Move More, Weigh Less is a 15-week weight management program delivered online in real time by a live Registered Dietitian (RDN) instructor. Lunchtime and evening classes are available beginning the week of Sep. 1.
Active State Health Plan members who live in North Carolina are eligible to participate at no cost with the code GNC2024. Click HERE to register and to see available class times.
*Active State Health Plan employees can register at no cost. Retirees covered by Humana are not eligible for the discount. Employees will be asked to enter their State Health Plan subscriber ID number and a claim will be filed for their participation in the program.
Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent Diabetes
Eat Smart, Move More, Prevent Diabetes is a 12-month, CDC-recognized Diabetes Prevention Program delivered online in real-time by a trained lifestyle coach. Lunchtime and evening classes are available beginning the week of Sep. 8.
State Health Plan members who live in North Carolina are eligible to participate for only $30, with a full refund for completing the program and tracking requirements. No coupon/voucher code is needed. Click HERE to register and to see available class times.
In addition, you can visit the State Health Plan website for more health and wellness resources.
Other State Health Plan Sites of Interest:
State Health Plan Wellness: STATE HEALTH PLAN WELLNESS RESOURCES
Medicare Website
