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May 1, 2024
Check out this week's wellness e-letter for Clearwater employees. Contact Kayla.Dyer@CignaHealthcare.com with questions or for more information.
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Clearwater's Spring 2024 Fitness Challenge STARTS TODAY!
Don't miss out on the fun. Registration is still open for our spring city of Clearwater Fitness Challenge.
During the challenge, track ALL your active minutes for six weeks, up to 480 minutes each day. You can set personal goals and earn badges. You have the option to compete individually or as a team, so you can support and encourage others from the city.
At the end of the challenge, everyone who competes in the challenge will be entered in a drawing for a St. Pete Running Company gift card.
Registration remains open: Click Here to Register, and use registration code: ClearwaterFC
- Registration Ends: Tuesday, May 7
- Teams Locked In: Tuesday, May 21
- Challenge Ends: Tuesday, June 11
- Last day to Backlog Activity: Tuesday, June 18
If you have any questions or need any assistance, contact Kayla Dyer at Kayla.Dyer@CignaHealthcare.com.
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UPDATE: City of Clearwater Employee Golf League
NEW START DATE: Monday, May 13th at 5:30pm, Clearwater Country Club at 525 N. Betty Lane
 New Dates!
- Week 1: Monday, May 13 at 5:30 p.m.
- Week 2: Monday, May 20 at 5:30 p.m.
- Week 3: Tuesday, May 28 at 5:30 p.m.
- No golf Monday, June 3
- Week 4: Monday, June 10 at 5:30 p.m.
- Week 5: Monday, June 17 at 5:30 p.m.
- Week 6: Monday, June 24 at 5:30 p.m.
You may sign up individually, as pairings or as a group. Pairings of two and individuals will be partnered with other players. Family and friends are welcome.
We will be playing nine holes each week, shotgun style, so everyone will be starting around 5:30 p.m. from a different tee.
Make sure to bring your city of Clearwater ID.
- Cost for city of Clearwater employees will be $21.40.
- Cost for family and friends will be $26.75.
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 Save the Date: OnSpot Dermatology To Be On-site May 29
Ross Norton Recreation Center, 1426 S. M.L.K. Jr Ave., Clearwater
OnSpot Dermatology will be at Ross Norton Recreation Center on May 29. Make an appointment for a skin exam, which counts toward your Motivate Me incentive screenings. Appointments are available now.
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Volunteer as a Lunch Pal
 Mentors change the lives of thousands of Pinellas County students each week. Research has shown that mentoring helps improve their grades, attendance, behavior, social interactions with adults and outlook on school.
One-on-one mentoring sessions are designed to meet at least twice per month for 30 minutes on the student's lunch break.
Mentoring is an excellent way for individuals, businesses, and community organizations to be impactful and transformative for students and schools who need support and additional caring adults. Please check out the wonderful mentoring opportunities Pinellas County Schools offer below.
Click here to learn more
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MissionSquare May Financial Wellness Webinars
Roth IRA: A Flexible and Tax-Efficient Way to Save for Retirement
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Wednesday, May 1 at 1 p.m.
- Roth IRAs have become popular retirement savings vehicles because if certain conditions are satisfied, distributions are free from federal income taxes. Is a Roth IRA right for you? The answer is complicated and depends on your situation, including whether you believe you’ll be in a higher tax bracket in the future.
Women and Money: Preparing for Future Finances
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Wednesday, May 8 at 1 p.m.
- More women than ever are responsible for their financial well-being and that of their families. No matter what life stage they’re in, they need to know how to save, invest, and plan for the future.
10 Questions for a Successful Retirement: A Guide for the Retiree
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Wednesday, May 15 at 1 p.m.
- Transitioning into and through retirement can be rewarding and challenging. So having a plan is important.
- We’ll focus on 10 key questions you should ask, from saving, to Social Security and Medicare, and managing your investments, withdrawals, and taxes.
Market Update Making the Most of Social Security - Retirement Income Enhancing Strategies
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Wednesday, May 22 at 1 p.m.
- Understand the basic elements of the Social Security program and focus on strategies that can help make the most of the benefits you receive.
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BayCare Presents: 'Breast Cancer Does Not Discriminate: Knowledge is Power'
 Breast cancer does not discriminate. We know that any woman of any race or ethnic background can get breast cancer, and sometimes, even men. Many changes occur in your breasts during your lifetime. It is important to understand which changes are normal and which are not.
Knowledge is power, and understanding the common signs of breast cancer can make all the difference in early detection. Regular breast cancer screenings, including mammograms and clinical breast exams, play a crucial role in detecting the condition at its early stages. Join us to learn about breast cancer risk factors, warning signs, and other breast conditions.
Breast Cancer Does Not Discriminate: Knowledge is Power
- May 21
- Noon to 12:45 p.m.
- Presented by Bailey Dimke, APRN
City of Clearwater Screening Mammogram Program
- Susan Cheek Needler Breast Center at Morton Plant Hospital, Axelrod Pavilion
- 400 Pinellas St., Suites 101/100, Clearwater
 Designed especially for city of Clearwater employees, this VIP program gives first access to appointments and an exclusive gift for being a part of this event. For city employees and their covered spouses, a 3D mammogram screening is covered at 100 percent as an annual wellness screening, once per calendar year for women age 40 and older.*
Appointments are available now.
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May 30, 12:30-5:30 p.m.
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May 31, 12:30-5:30 p.m.
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Sept. 24, 12:30-5:30 p.m.
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Sept. 25, 12:30-5:30 p.m.
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Nov. 6, 12:30-5:30 p.m. (*Mammograms completed Nov. 6 will count toward the 2025 incentive.)
*If you do not have city of Clearwater insurance, contact your current provider for details on 3D mammogram coverage, co-pays and deductibles.
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Al-Anon is Here To Help
Has your life become unmanageable because of a friend or loved one’s drinking? Are you searching for personal serenity in the chaos of these life events? Would you consider sharing fellowship with your peers who are experiencing similar situations to find peace?
While Al-anon doesn’t give advice, it offers guidance on implementing self-care thus improving self-worth. Positive self-worth empowers someone to change their attitudes and behaviors. Focusing on oneself becomes the path to recovery. In Al-Anon, members practice the three C’s: I did not cause it; I cannot control it; I cannot cure it. Meetings provide a safe environment for the individual to learn from the experience, strength and hope of their peers.
How do you know if Al-Anon can help you? Take a moment to reflect on these questions:
- Do you get blamed for someone else’s drinking?
- Do you minimize how much the drinking impacts you?
- Do you worry about someone else’s drinking?
- Do you have money problems because of someone else's drinking?
- Do you tell lies to cover up someone else’s drinking?
If you answer yes to even one of these questions, check out the link to the website below for details.
General Information on the Al-Anon program in Pinellas County and Meeting locations:
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Real Life, Real Support
Brought to you by Cigna's Employee Assistance Program
Beating Burnout for Managers
Most of us have bad days at work. When “bad days” become weeks, you may be looking at a state of burnout. In this seminar, we’ll review what burnout looks and sounds like, and ways to discuss it openly. Then we'll explore proactive strategies to help you get ahead of burnout… for you and for your team!
Minding Your Mental Health
We know there are many ways to improve our physical health, but we can lose sight of the fact that the same is true for our mental health. Join us to talk about how self-care can help build emotional strength, stability and vitality. We’ll share ideas for how you can invest in your well-being each day and how professional support can play a role.
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Active & Fit: Affordable Fitness Made Easy
$0 Enrollment Fee with Code: STAYSTRONG
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Find your perfect gym from more than 12,500 options nationwide. Enroll online in minutes, with no long-term contracts or annual fees.
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Start working out today! Your membership also includes the options to purchase a membership for your spouse.
- $0 Enrollment Fee with Code: STAYSTRONG
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National Weather Service Extreme Heat Webinars
May 13, from 1-2 p.m.
- This seminar will provide information on the National Weather Service's many heat-related products and services issued across the agency.
- Discover current operational heat-related products from the Climate Prediction Center, Weather Prediction Center, and local Weather Forecast Offices. Also learn about future plans and initiatives related to heat.
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Employee Health Center: Women's Health Awareness Month
Cervical Cancer
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What is it? An HPV test and a pap test look for precancerous cells on the cervix.
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When should you be screened? Paps start at age 21 and typically end at age 65.
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What if left untreated? Precancerous cells can turn into cancer cells.
How to Prepare
- No special prep is needed before you have an HPV test.
- If you are on your period, you can still have the testing completed. Notify your doctor prior to exam.
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If getting a pap test, take steps to ensure accurate results.
- Avoid intercourse 2 days prior.
- Avoid douching 2 days prior.
- Don't use vaginal medications or spermicides 2 days prior.
- Tell your doctor if you have done any of the above.
Win a Prize
- Get your pap and/or an HPV test at the Employee Health Center or at your ob/gyn physician and have the results/note sent to office.
- Cervical cancer screenings count toward your 2024 Motivate Me Incentives.
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Eight Surprising Health Benefits of Spring Cleaning
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Spring has officially sprung, and spring cleaning remains an annual tradition adapted to a more modern world. It happens at this time every year. Let’s look at the connection between cleaning and your physical and mental health, and some of the benefits. |
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Own Your Wellness. Own Your Health.
Did you know? Heart disease is the leading cause of death for women in the United States. It can affect women at any age.
That is where Omada comes in. Omada is a no-cost-to-
you virtual care program that offers private and personal care to help improve your health
by building healthy habits that can fit into your busy lifestyle.
With Omada:
• Get paired with a certified coach (and clinical specialist), who offers personalized
guidance about nutrition, exercise, and self-care.
• Get a personalized care plan that helps you improve your eating habits and rethink
diets without cutting out favorite meals and counting calories.
• Receive a welcome kit with connected smart devices to help monitor your
progress and show results – yours to keep at no additional cost.
*If you or your covered adult dependents are enrolled in the company medical plan offered
through Cigna, are at risk for type 2 diabetes or heart disease, and are accepted into the
program, you'll receive the program at no additional cost.
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CONTACT THE WELLNESS COORDINATOR
Kayla Dyer
If you have questions about the city's wellness offerings or health and lifestyle information, reach out to Cigna Wellbeing Coordinator, Kayla Dyer. She can be reached at Kayla.Dyer@MyClearwater.com or (727) 603-0071.
In-person office hours: Tuesdays and Wednesdays, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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 OnSpot Dermatology
May 29
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 Mammogram Screenings
May 30 & 31
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 Beating Burnout for Managers
May 8 at 2 p.m.
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