Human Resources Wellness Events

Spring 2021

We will be adding more events through the semester. Check back for more wellness events offered at Tufts.

Retiring soon? Understanding Tufts University Retiree Health and Retiree Dental Benefits (Webinar)

Wellness Dimension: Financial

This presentation is for employees who are retiring from Tufts University within the next six to twelve months. Information provided will include retiree health, retiree dental and how other benefits will transition upon retirement. Prospective retirees are welcome to invite their spouse/domestic partner to attend.

March 22

April 30

Dependent Care Benefits at Tufts (Webinar)

Wellness Dimension: Emotional and Financial

Did you know that more than 10 of our benefits at Tufts University can be used for aspects of dependent care—caring for our children, partners, or parents? Learn about how benefits you already have and others you can sign up for at any time can be used to provide the kind of care you want to and save you money. We will also explore those that we can enroll in only during our annual Open Enrollment and not miss out on them this fall.

March 24

Home Buying 101: Buying Process (Webinar)

Wellness Dimension: Financial

Whether you are a first-time home buyer or looking to downsize, this Financial Wellness webinar is for you. Participants will learn about evaluating the market and your decision to buy, identifying communities, working with your buyer’s agent, negotiating your offer, home inspection, contract to sale, and the basics of pre-approval and mortgage application.

March 26

Boning Up on Health (Webinar)

Wellness Dimensions: Physical

This session looks at the foods that play a critical role in preventing osteoporosis, maintaining a healthy heart, as well as, reducing your risk for diabetes, cancer, and high blood pressure.

March 30

Couples and Money: What’s love got to do with it? (Webinar)

Wellness Dimension: Emotional and Financial

In this webinar, we will look at why money is one of the top reasons couples fight, how to understand what’s causing the friction in couple’s money conversations and discuss steps to enhance and build relationship connections. Attendees will learn:
•   Why Money is Such a Hot Topic for Couples
•   How Your Brain Can Actually Be Part of the Problem and What to Do About It
•   A Simple but Powerful Tool that Can Change Your Money Conversations for Good

April 14

Unplug to Recharge (Webinar)

Wellness Dimension: Emotional

Join us for this informative session on technology health. Topics include connecting with others, outdoor hobbies, volunteerism, mindful email and internet use.

April 15

Fitness at Any Age (Webinar)

Wellness Dimension: Physical

Getting regular exercise at any age is possible. Learn how to start and maintain a workout routine that is safe for you. Getting moving and staying moving is increasingly important as you age. This seminar examines how to adapt a workout to work for you at any age and any fitness level.

May 12

Parenting Preschoolers (Webinar)

Wellness Dimension: Emotional and Financial

Young children can be lovable, challenging, engaging, and baffling all at the same time. Come find about developmental characteristics of preschoolers, how they impact their behavior and learning, and tips about discipline/guidance. Related benefits and resources offered to Tufts University employees will be highlighted.

May 14

Seasonal Allergies (Webinar)

Wellness Dimension: Physical

Achoo! To some, the changing seasons mean flower buds or colorful leaves. However, if you are one of the millions who suffer from seasonal allergies, then certain seasons mean sneezing, congestion, runny nose and other bothersome symptoms. This program is designed to help you learn about the different types of seasonal and environmental allergies, ways to prevent symptoms, and available treatments.

May 20

Sleep Disorders (Webinar)

Wellness Dimension: Physical

Spending eight hours in bed won’t do much good if one’s slumber is fitful. Various sleep disorders can disrupt the sleep cycle and diminish the quality of sleep. Poor sleep quality also affects the hormones regulating appetite, making it difficult to lose weight and also contributing to high blood pressure and heart problems. Participants will learn about different health conditions such as Sleep Apnea, Restless Leg Syndrome, Insomnia and others that interfere with sleep patterns, while also learning various techniques to improve sleep, health, and alertness.

May 26

Getting Ready for Kindergarten (Webinar)

Wellness Dimensions: Emotional and Financial

Getting Ready for Kindergarten explores current trends in education, finding information on public and private schools, registration process and timelines, things to know before the first day, some elements of school success, after-school care, and finding school break and summer camps. This seminar is open to parents and guardians with children of any age.

June 9

Skin Health and Cancer Awareness (Webinar)

Wellness Dimension: Physical

Skin cancer is 95% curable when detected and treated early. Join the Tufts University Wellness Center for a "Skin Health and Cancer Awareness” seminar to learn how to protect your skin this summer. Come to this informative seminar to learn about the anatomy of the skin, ABCDE’s of melanoma, recommendations to reduce your risk of skin cancer and methods to promote healthier skin so you can enjoy your time in the sun worry-free.

June 17

Caring for Dependent Adults, Near and Far (Webinar)

Wellness Dimension: Emotional and Financial

Many of us worry about our dependent adults or elder relatives and don’t always know where or when to turn for help. Come find out about University benefits and resources, organizations, and local resources. In this seminar you will learn how to:

Find relevant University resources
Understand how your benefits apply in particular situations’
Access support for yourself as a caregiver

June 18

Your Brain on Multitasking (Webinar)

Wellness Dimensions: Emotional

Multitasking has become a way of life in the 21st century. And many of us are lauded, compensated, and even promoted for our ability to do many different things at once. So, while it appears to be a reality for the majority us, how do we most consciously manage the effects of multitasking in our lives (both at work and at home?) We explore the science behind what is happening when we multitask, the idea of context switching and how to unitask and enter the flow state more often.

June 22

Provided by Human Resources