WORKSITE EVENTS

The Wellness Works program offers a variety of worksite activities and programs to help you achieve a healthy lifestyle. Visit this website frequently for the latest schedule. If you need to adjust your work schedule to be able to participate in a class/event, please check with your supervisor first. Unless otherwise noted, these programs are open to employees of Howard County Government and specified allied agencies.

If you have ideas for wellness programs at your worksite, please send an email to: Wellnessworks@howardcountymd.gov or see your department/agency wellness representative.

Wellness Programs & Fitness Activities

Check Out the Fitness Center!

Take a tour of the Fitness Center at the George Howard Building and get a refresher on how to properly use the equipment. Signed waivers required.

• January 25th - 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
• February 21st - 4:30 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Ongoing

Walking Program Guidelines - Take a 15-minute walk for better health!

Grab your co-workers and take a 15-minute walk today! Click here to view the County's Walking Program Guidelines. Have fun and enjoy the many health benefits of walking!

Smoking Cessation Programs

The Howard County Health Department offers FREE smoking cessation classes. For information, please call 410-313-4255.

Nutrition Tips!

Take a look at the presentations below on Holiday Menu Makeovers, Tips for Eating Out, and Smart Snacking.

Holiday Eating Survival

Eating Out

Smart Snacking

Living Well...Take Charge of Your Health Workshop

This six-week program is modeled after the Chronic Disease Self-Management Workshop from Stanford University. Participants meet once a week for two and a half hours to learn skills to better manage their symptoms and get the most out of their lives. The workshop is led by two trained leaders who have or care for people with chronic conditions.

• The Living Well workshop is for people with chronic conditions, such as arthritis, diabetes, stroke, heart or lung disease.
• You will learn techniques to deal with problems such as frustration, fatigue, pain, and isolation; exercises for maintaining and improving strength, flexibility, and endurance; appropriate use of medications; how to communicate effectively with family, friends, and health professionals; tips for healthy eating; and how to evaluate new treatments.
• Series of six, free classes at the Gateway Building, 6751 Columbia Gateway Drive (Room 303).
• Dates & Times to be determined based on participant interest.
• For more details, contact Courtney Barkley at cbarkley@howardcountymd.gov, (410) 313-5957.
• Sponsored by: Howard County Office on Aging, Department of Citizen Services, and Wellness Works in Howard County.