Be Well: Benefits Education Workshop Series

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From managing common conditions like asthma and diabetes to handling the day-to-day pressures of the workplace, healthy living can be a challenge. Be Well, Tech’s benefits education and wellness series, will equip employees with the tools they need to make smart wellness choices for themselves and their families.

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Missed a Be Well presentation? Presentations from 2019 will be available for download and 2018 presentations are still available. 

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April

4/8: Well-being Wednesday Times Vary | Online
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Well-being Wednesday will raise awareness about health, stress, and disease to motivate you to make significant changes that will reduce health risks and enhance the quality of your life. You can participate in as many webinars as you wish! You can earn $15 towards your well-being credits by attending three (3) workshops, twice a year.
4/16: Other Leaves of Absence
12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Join Meeting Here
(https://bluejeans.com/450376263)
Meeting ID: 450 376 263
Want to dial in from a phone?
Dial one of the following numbers:
+1.408.740.7256 (US (San Jose))
+1.408.317.9253 (US (Primary))

Important facts and must-do for Family Medical Leave (FMLA), Disability, Sick, or Military Leave. Presented by Georgia Tech Human Resources Leave Specialist Athena Jones.
4/21: Conquering Student Loan Debt
11 a.m. – 12 p.m. 
Join Meeting Here
(https://bluejeans.com/​764433774)
Meeting ID: ​764 433 774
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Dial one of the following numbers:
+1.408.740.7256 (US (San Jose))
+1.408.317.9253 (US (Primary))

Learn about how you can say goodbye to your student debt – forever. Come to an informative presentation that will cover what you need to know to take advantage of this government program. We will cover:

- Who qualifies
- What types of loans qualify
- How and when to file
- Pitfalls to avoid
- The steps you need to take today to get your student debts forgiven –tax free – forever.

Presented by AIG.
4/21: Effective Communcation with Children On-Demand Webinar
eaphelplink.com
Code: USGCares

Tune in to this session to learn about different communication styles and how to communicate effectively, starting in early childhood. Presented by KEPRO.

You do not need to register in advance to attend KEPRO Online Seminars at a set time. Seminars will be prerecorded and uploaded on the date above. At any time while viewing the Online Seminar, if you have questions about the seminar, please type them into the "Ask a question" box located to the left of the video window. You will receive an emailed answer within five business days.
4/23: Planning for Your GT Retirement
12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Join Meeting Here
(https://bluejeans.com/​​230773128)
Meeting ID: ​230 773 128
Want to dial in from a phone?
Dial one of the following numbers:
+1.408.740.7256 (US (San Jose))
+1.408.317.9253 (US (Primary))

What should you be thinking about when it comes to your retirement? When should you start planning for retirement? Who is eligible for retirement? Come get these and other questions answered as well as steps on the retirement process at Georgia Tech. Presented by Jim Wallace, Georgia Tech Human Resources – Retirement Specialist.
4/27: Money Mondays - Understanding Annuities and How They Work Through Retirement 12 p.m. - 1 p.m. 
Online
Register Here

Money Mondays are monthly financial education workshops that provide guidance and retirement planning as well as education on saving, investing, debt management and planning for the unexpected. Money Mondays will count toward your well-being credit!

$25 for 3 workshops ($50 annual cap)

May

5/13: Well-being Wednesday Times vary | Online
Register Here		 Well-being Wednesday will raise awareness about health, stress, and disease to motivate you to make significant changes that will reduce health risks and enhance the quality of your life. You can participate in as many webinars as you wish! You can earn $15 towards your well-being credits by attending three (3) workshops, twice a year.
5/18: Money Mondays: Investing Mistakes and How to Avoid Them

12 p.m.- 1 p.m.
Online
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Money Mondays are monthly financial education workshops that provide guidance and retirement planning as well as education on saving, investing, debt management and planning for the unexpected. Money Mondays will count toward your well-being credit!
$25 for 3 workshops ($50 annual cap)

5/19: Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning

12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Join Meeting Here
(https://bluejeans.com/957443576)
Meeting ID: ​957 443 576
Want to dial in from a phone?
Dial one of the following numbers:
+1.408.740.7256 (US (San Jose))
+1.408.317.9253 (US (Primary))

Enter the meeting ID and passcode followed by #

This seminar provides an overview of documents everyone should have in place to protect and assist their family in solving a variety of estate planning issues. Estate Planning will allow you to consider alternatives for, to think through, and to set up legally effective arrangements that would meet your specific wishes if something happens to you or those you care about. Presented by LegalEase.

5/19: Accepting Aging: Yourself and Others

On-Demand Webinar
www.eaphelplink.com
 Code: USGCares

As we notice physical and mental changes in our parents or older loved ones, it can cause us to contemplate our own aging. In this session, we will look at "normal" age-related changes and also identify ways for you to come to terms with your own aging. Presented by KEPRO.

You do not need to register in advance to attend KEPRO Online Seminars at a set time. Seminars will be prerecorded and uploaded on the date above. At any time while viewing the Online Seminar, if you have questions about the seminar, please type them into the "Ask a question" box located to the left of the video window. You will receive an emailed answer within five business days.

 

June

6/10: Well-being Wednesday

 Times vary | Online​
Register Here		 Well-being Wednesday will raise awareness about health, stress, and disease to motivate you to make significant changes that will reduce health risks and enhance the quality of your life. You can participate in as many webinars as you wish! You can earn $15 towards your well-being credits by attending three (3) workshops, twice a year.

6/11: Education Assistance

11 a.m. – 12 p.m. 
Technology Square Research Building Auditorium | Room 118 
Register Here

 Georgia Tech offers education assistance programs for faculty and staff, including the USG’s Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) and Tech’s own Staff Tuition Reimbursement Assistance Program (STRAP). While these programs are designed to help you excel in your educational pursuits, policies and guidelines for using these benefits can seem confusing. This workshop aims to clarify the TAP/STRAP programs and break down policies with step-by-step guidelines. All interested employees are encouraged to attend. Presented by Georgia Tech Human Resources Work-Life Specialist Candice Bovian.

6/16: Say What You Mean the Right Way

On-Demand Webinar
www.eaphelplink.com Code: USGCares

Have you ever been misunderstood? In this session, we will identify barriers to clear communication as well as discuss how to apply tips for effective communication and dealing with difficult conflict. Presented by KEPRO.

You do not need to register in advance to attend KEPRO Online Seminars at a set time. Seminars will be prerecorded and uploaded on the date above. At any time while viewing the Online Seminar, if you have questions about the seminar, please type them into the "Ask a question" box located to the left of the video window. You will receive an emailed answer within five business days.

6/29: Money Mondays: Strategies to Eliminate Debt for Financial Success

12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Online
Register Here

Money Mondays are monthly financial education workshops that provide guidance and retirement planning as well as education on saving, investing, debt management and planning for the unexpected. Money Mondays will count toward your well-being credit!
$25 for 3 workshops ($50 annual cap)

July

7/8: Well-being Wednesday Times vary | Online​
Register Here		 Well-being Wednesday will raise awareness about health, stress, and disease to motivate you to make significant changes that will reduce health risks and enhance the quality of your life. You can participate in as many webinars as you wish! You can earn $15 towards your well-being credits by attending three (3) workshops, twice a year.
 
7/21: Explore New Horizons and Expand the Mind

On-Demand Webinar
www.eaphelplink.com
Code: USGCares​

Seeking new opportunities and expanding the mind is a powerful contributor to our mental health. This empowering session will help participants to discover the possibility and promise of seeking and exploring new horizons. Presented by KEPRO.

You do not need to register in advance to attend KEPRO Online Seminars at a set time. Seminars will be prerecorded and uploaded on the date above. At any time while viewing the Online Seminar, if you have questions about the seminar, please type them into the "Ask a question" box located to the left of the video window. You will receive an emailed answer within five business days.

7/22: Intuitive Eating

11 a.m. – 12 p.m. 
 Student Success Center | President’s Suite C
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We know that diets don't work, research has more than proven this. Join Georgia Tech Nutritionists Amber Johnson and Leah Galante as they discuss how to improve your relationship with food using an intuitive eating approach.

7/27: Money Mondays: Invest Confidently for Your Future

12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Online
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Money Mondays are monthly financial education workshops that provide guidance and retirement planning as well as education on saving, investing, debt management and planning for the unexpected. Money Mondays will count toward your well-being credit!
$25 for 3 workshops ($50 annual cap)

August

8/18: Outsourcing Your To-Do List

On-Demand Webinar
www.eaphelplink.com Code: USGCares

Everyday mundane tasks can often drain our time and distract us from more high-value activities. By outsourcing the more thankless chores, we can discover a world of potential leading toward a happier and more fulfilling way of life. Presented by KEPRO.

You do not need to register in advance to attend KEPRO Online Seminars at a set time. Seminars will be prerecorded and uploaded on the date above. At any time while viewing the Online Seminar, if you have questions about the seminar, please type them into the "Ask a question" box located to the left of the video window. You will receive an emailed answer within five business days.

8/19: Earn $50 Well-being Credits Today

12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
811 Marietta St. Training Room
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SBetter health is rewarding in more ways than one. In addition to helping you develop healthy habits, you can earn up to a $100 well-being credit for participating in USG Well-being programs. Come learn how to get your $100 credits before the program ends! Presented by Candice Bovian, GTHR Work Life Specialist.

8/31: Money Mondays: Planning for Everlasting Retirement Income

12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Online and In-Person at Exhibition Hall | Inman Park Room
Register Here

Money Mondays are monthly financial education workshops that provide guidance and retirement planning as well as education on saving, investing, debt management and planning for the unexpected. Money Mondays will count toward your well-being credit!
$25 for 3 workshops ($50 annual cap)

9/9: Well-being Wednesday

Times vary | Online
Register Here

 Well-being Wednesday will raise awareness about health, stress, and disease to motivate you to make significant changes that will reduce health risks and enhance the quality of your life. You can participate in as many webinars as you wish! You can earn $15 towards your well-being credits by attending three (3) workshops, twice a year.

September

9/9: Well-being Wednesday

Times vary | Online​
Register Here

 Well-being Wednesday will raise awareness about health, stress, and disease to motivate you to make significant changes that will reduce health risks and enhance the quality of your life. You can participate in as many webinars as you wish! You can earn $15 towards your well-being credits by attending three (3) workshops, twice a year.

 
9/15: The Secret to Work-Life Balance

On-Demand Webinar
www.eaphelplink.com Code: USGCares

In our busy and fast paced lives, it can be difficult to effectively meet the demands of our work without compromising our personal lives. This insightful session will uncover the secret to securing a healthy work-life balance. Presented by KEPRO.

You do not need to register in advance to attend KEPRO Online Seminars at a set time. Seminars will be prerecorded and uploaded on the date above. At any time while viewing the Online Seminar, if you have questions about the seminar, please type them into the "Ask a question" box located to the left of the video window. You will receive an emailed answer within five business days.

9/16: Homebuyer’s Summit

11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
 Exhibition Hall | Buckhead and Centennial Rooms
Register Here

Come out to our first ever Homebuyer's Summit and speak to representatives that can help you make your dream come true! The more you understand about the entire process—from the financial steps prior to purchase to shopping for and securing a mortgage—the more positive the experience is likely to be. Speak to Mortgage Loan Officers, Realtors, and Representatives from home buying programs that can help you get a jump start. Learn about Your Credit, Money and Debt Management, Preparing for Home Ownership, and Steps to Buying or Selling a Home. Presented by representatives from Georgia United Credit Union, Wells Fargo, Legal Access Plans, and Fifth Third Bank.

9/28: Money Mondays: Evaluating Your Personal Balance Sheet and Understanding How Credit Affects It

12 p.m.– 1 p.m. | Online
Register Here

Money Mondays are monthly financial education workshops that provide guidance and retirement planning as well as education on saving, investing, debt management and planning for the unexpected. Money Mondays will count toward your well-being credit!
$25 for 3 workshops ($50 annual cap)

October

10/7: Education Assistance

12 p.m. – 1 p.m. Student Success Center | President’s Suite B
Register Here

Georgia Tech offers education assistance programs for faculty and staff, including the USG’s Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) and Tech’s own Staff Tuition Reimbursement Assistance Program (STRAP). While these programs are designed to help you excel in your educational pursuits, policies and guidelines for using these benefits can seem confusing. This workshop aims to clarify the TAP/STRAP programs and break down policies with step-by-step guidelines. All interested employees are encouraged to attend. Presented by Georgia Tech Human Resources Work-Life Specialist Candice Bovian.

10/14: Well-being Wednesday

 Times vary | Online​
Register Here		 Well-being Wednesday will raise awareness about health, stress, and disease to motivate you to make significant changes that will reduce health risks and enhance the quality of your life. You can participate in as many webinars as you wish! You can earn $15 towards your well-being credits by attending three (3) workshops, twice a year.

10/20: Donated Sick Leave

12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Exhibition Hall | Buckhead Room
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Each year during Open Enrollment, faculty and staff have the opportunity to participate in Georgia Tech’s Donated Sick Leave program. This program allows eligible employees (who do not have enough sick leave of their own) to receive a donation of hours in certain critical illness or long-term leave situations. Presented by Georgia Tech Human Resources Leave Specialist Athena Jones.

10/20: The Mental Strength Workout

On-Demand Webinar
www.eaphelplink.com Code: USGCares

Our mind is our most powerful tool that we have during times of adversity. You can learn skills and strategies to exercise the power of your mind and increase your mental fortitude. Presented by KEPRO.

You do not need to register in advance to attend KEPRO Online Seminars at a set time. Seminars will be prerecorded and uploaded on the date above. At any time while viewing the Online Seminar, if you have questions about the seminar, please type them into the "Ask a question" box located to the left of the video window. You will receive an emailed answer within five business days.

10/26: Money Mondays: Get Started & Save for the Future You

12 p.m. - 1 p.m. | Online
Register Here

Money Mondays are monthly financial education workshops that provide guidance and retirement planning as well as education on saving, investing, debt management and planning for the unexpected. Money Mondays will count toward your well-being credit!
$25 for 3 workshops ($50 annual cap)

November

11/4: Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning

12 p.m.  – 1 p.m.
Student Success Center | President’s Suite C
Register Here

This seminar provides an overview of documents everyone should have in place to protect and assist their family in solving a variety of estate planning issues. Estate Planning will allow you to consider alternatives for, to think through, and to set up legally effective arrangements that would meet your specific wishes if something happens to you or those you care about. Presented by LegalEase.

11/11: Well-being Wednesday

 Times vary | Online
Register Here		 Well-being Wednesday will raise awareness about health, stress, and disease to motivate you to make significant changes that will reduce health risks and enhance the quality of your life. You can participate in as many webinars as you wish! You can earn $15 towards your well-being credits by attending three (3) workshops, twice a year.
11/16: Money Mondays: Emergency Fund Strategies: Sources and How to Build One

12 p.m.–1 p.m. | Online
Register Here

Money Mondays are monthly financial education workshops that provide guidance and retirement planning as well as education on saving, investing, debt management and planning for the unexpected. Money Mondays will count toward your well-being credit!
$25 for 3 workshops ($50 annual cap)

11/17: Building Resilience Muscles

On-Demand Webinar
www.eaphelplink.com Code: USGCares

 The foundation of resilience lies in building five muscles—three are specific skills and two are personal choices that are consistently chosen. The key to resilience is understanding yourself and identifying the mental obstacles that get in your way. Presented by KEPRO.

You do not need to register in advance to attend KEPRO Online Seminars at a set time. Seminars will be prerecorded and uploaded on the date above. At any time while viewing the Online Seminar, if you have questions about the seminar, please type them into the "Ask a question" box located to the left of the video window. You will receive an emailed answer within five business days.

December

12/9: Well-being Wednesday

Times vary | Online
Register Here

 Well-being Wednesday will raise awareness about health, stress, and disease to motivate you to make significant changes that will reduce health risks and enhance the quality of your life. You can participate in as many webinars as you wish! You can earn $15 towards your well-being credits by attending three (3) workshops, twice a year.

12/14: Money Mondays: Year End Financial Checklist: Preparing for a Successful 2021

12 p.m.–1 p.m. | Online
Register Here 

 

Money Mondays are monthly financial education workshops that provide guidance and retirement planning as well as education on saving, investing, debt management and planning for the unexpected. Money Mondays will count toward your well-being credit!
$25 for 3 workshops ($50 annual cap)

12/15: Know Your Strengths

On-Demand Webinar

www.eaphelplink.com Code: USGCares

Do you know your top strengths? Being confident in knowing what you are good at helps you approach situations with a "strengths mindset," enabling you to respond more creatively to challenges. Presented by KEPRO.

You do not need to register in advance to attend KEPRO Online Seminars at a set time. Seminars will be prerecorded and uploaded on the date above. At any time while viewing the Online Seminar, if you have questions about the seminar, please type them into the "Ask a question" box located to the left of the video window. You will receive an emailed answer within five business days.

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