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Wellness, Health, Personal Development & Safety Training
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| Safety Series: Driver Improvement
Program for Over 54 - BEGINNER COURSE Mon & Tue, 9/25 & 9/26 5:00-9:00 p.m. Griggs Center Note: Must attend both days Registration is on a first come, first served basis. TO REGISTER, CALL 1/888-234-1294. ELIGIBLE PARTICIPANTS: Faculty, staff. family members, and friends. |
This program consists of 8-hours of educational
videos and classroom discussion. There are no written or behind-the-wheel
tests. Participants are encouraged to contribute to open discussion
on a voluntary basis. This program must be followed up every three
years with a 4-hour refresher program to maintain the 10% auto insurance
discount. A reminder letter is sent to you 60 days before your certification
expires to help you maintain your insurance discount. The cost is
$20 per person payable to the instructor on the night of the training.
Topics include: tires and traction, signs, signals and markings, vision and habits, fatigue, drugs and alcohol, road rage, preparing for emergencies, new law, ABS and airbag safety, merging, distracted driving, crosswalks, driver communication. The discount goes into effect once you are 55 and older. However, at 54 you are encouraged to take this class and submit the certificate to your insurance company, so that at 55 the discount starts with no delay. Facilitator: Tom Nacey, Certified Instructor, Minnesota Highway Safety & Research Center |
| Safety Series: Driver Improvement Program for over 54 - REFRESHER
COURSE Wed, 9/27 5:00-9:00 p.m. Griggs Center |
This is a 4-hour refresher course of the "Driver Improvement
Program for over 54 - who have completed the Beginner Course."
The cost is $18 per person payable to the instructor on the night
of the training.
For information on registration, instructor, etc. -- same as above |
| Self-Managed Care Series: Sleep - Why Is it Important? Tue, 10/03 12:00-12:45 p.m. KSC 323 |
This session will discuss "sleep hygiene"
and issues related to sleep/insomnia.
Facilitator: Susan Rhoads, Family Nurse Practitioner, UMD QuickCare Clinic. Who should attend: faculty, staff and family members. |
| Self-Managed Care Series: Good Nutrition + Exercise
= A Healthier You! Wed, 10/11 12:00-1:00 p.m. KSC 323 |
Good nutrition of eating healthy calories plus burning off excess
calories through exercise is really what helps individuals to achieve
a healthier body image, to lose or maintain weight, and to feel
more physically fit. The F.I.T.T. Principle of physical fitness
will also be discussed.
Facilitator: Dr. John Kowalczyk is an Assistant Professor of Community Health Education in the UMD Dept. of Health, Physical Education, and Recreation for 3 years with a professional and academic background in preventive medicine, public health, and health education. |
| Self-Managed Care Series: How to Lose Weight
and Keep It Lost Tue, 10/17 12:00-12:30 p.m. KSC 323 |
Gwenn will talk about the importance of becoming
healthier by losing weight and increasing exercise in a life-style
change.
Facilitator: Gwenn Smith has a degree in Master of Science in Education. Gwenn taught at Bemidji State University. For 15 years, she has been a Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) Coordinator for Northern Minnesota. Who should attend: faculty, staff and family members. |
| Self-Managed Care Series: Weight Loss and Exercise
- 9 to 5 Wed, 10/18 12:00-1:30 p.m. KSC 323 |
It’s difficult to lose weight and find time
for exercise with a 9-5 work schedule – especially when you
go home to even more responsibilities or social activities. This
class will give you ten new strategies that you can start to use
right away to help you get fit and lose weight. We will also talk
about realistic goals and what it really takes to get to a healthy
weight and stay that way.
Facilitator: Mia Bremer is an ACE certified Personal Fitness Trainer and Clinical Exercise Specialist. Mia has worked in the fitness industry for more than 25 years, specializing in those new to exercise. Who should attend: faculty, staff and family members. |
| Self-Managed Care Series: The Heart of the Matter Thu, 10/19 12:00-1:00 KSC 323 |
Dr. Boylan will discuss heart
disease facts and symptoms. Nicole will discuss the American Heart
Association and how they support the medical community.
Facilitators: Dr. Mary Boylan is a CardioThoracic Surgeon at St. Luke's Hospital and Nicole Edd is American Heart Association's Event Coordinator. Who should attend: faculty, staff and family members. |
| Safety Series: Slips, Trips & Falls Tue, 10/24 12:00-1:00 KSC 323 |
The most frequent cause of injury
on the UMD campus is in the category of “slips, trips and
falls." Although it seems inevitable that slips, trips and
falls will occur, by learning to practice the three A’s (Awareness,
Attitude and Action) the incident of these types of accidents can
be reduced and the severity reduced. The role of awareness, attitude
and action in the prevention of slips, trips and falls will be discussed
focusing on common types of slips, trips and fall hazards.
Facilitator: Norbert Norman has been the Environmental Health and Safety Specialist with UMD for 24 years. Norbert is a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) and a graduate of UMD Masters of Industrial Safety. Who should attend: faculty, staff and student employees. |
| Self-Managed Care Series: Diabetes Complications
for Non-Diabetics Wed, 10/25 12:00-1:00 KSC 323 |
Learn the basics of diabetes, as well as what type of conditions
to look for in a diabetic family members and co-workers.
Facilitator: Susan Rhoads, Family Nurse Practitioner, UMD QuickCare Clinic. Who should attend: faculty, staff and family members. |
| Safety Series: American Heart Association CPR/AED
for Lay People Wed, 11/01 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon Ballroom A Maximum of 20 participants |
The AHA CPR/AED course is designed as part of Cardio
Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification training. CPR and First
Aid on a choking victim will be taught through demonstration and
practice on a mannequin. Use of the AED (Automatic External Defibrillator)
will also be demonstrated.
The Heartsaver AED Student Handbook worth $12 will be provided free to participants by a grant from University of Minnesota Office of Risk Management and Insurance. Participants will receive certification that is good for two years. Trainer: Norbert Norman has been the Environmental Health and Safety Specialist with UMD for 24 years. Norbert is a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) and a graduate of UMD Masters of Industrial Safety. Assisted by Diane Dickey, Nursing Professional, UMD Health Services. Who should attend: faculty, staff and student employees. |
| Safety Series: AED Awareness Training Tue, 11/07 12:00-12:30 KSC 323 |
The use of an Automated External Defibrillator or AED has saved
lives. It is used to get a normal rhythm from a heart with a rhythm
that stopped. Experience with AEDs have shown that each minute of
delay getting an AED to the side of a victim decreases the chance
of survival by approximately 10%. The American Heart Association estimates
that "public access to defibrillation" could save 100,000
of the 350,000 people who suffer sudden heart failure each year. In
this training, the use of an AED will be demonstrated and the First
Response Procedures for a medical emergency will be discussed.
Facilitator: Norbert Norman has been the Environmental Health and Safety Specialist with UMD for 24 years. Norbert is a Certified Industrial Hygienist (CIH) and a graduate of UMD Masters of Industrial Safety. Who should attend: faculty, staff and student employees. |
| Personal Development Series: Live the Dream
of Homeownership Wed, 11/08 12:00-1:00 p.m. KSC 323 |
Thinking of buying, building or refinancing a home? It is easier
than you might think--when you know the facts and what to expect
BEFORE you sign on the dotted line. Join us for an overview of the
mortgage application process, and tips on smart buying and home
building project management. What you learn here can save you money
and frustration when you are ready to buy or build your new dream
home.
Facilitator: Bob Nelson is the Community Development Specialist at Members Cooperative Credit Union. He has over 12 years in the financial services industry. Who should attend: faculty, staff and family members. |
| Personal Development Series: Your MSRS Pension
(for Non-Academic Employees) Thu, 11/09 12:00-1:00 p.m. Garden Room |
MSRS will provide an explanation of how pension benefits are
calculated and how to apply for your pension. Survivor options,
disability benefits and surviving spouse benefits will also be discussed.
Questions are welcome.
Final application for retirement is made through the University of Minnesota Employee Benefits Office. Facilitator: David Wright has worked for the State of Minnesota for 13 years and gives retirement seminars for MSRS covered employees in the Northland area. David previously worked as a University of Minnesota Employee Benefits Counselor. Who should attend: faculty and staff. |
| Family Series: Parenting with
Love and Limits Wed, 11/15 12:00-1:00 KSC 323 |
With love, limits and lots of involvement, parents can have a major
influence in their children's lives. This class will give parents
effective parenting tools and strategies they can use for happy children.
Facilitator: Leann Scalia is the director of the UMD Children's Place on campus. She has an MAEd in Education with an emphasis in Early Childhood Education. Who should attend: faculty, staff and family members. |
| Self-Managed Care Series: A Practical Approach
to Migraine Headaches Tue, 11/28 12:00-1:00 p.m. KSC 323 go to top |
Participants will learn about potential causes of migraine headaches
and various easily implemented nutritional strategies to prevent
and alleviate them.
Facilitator: Dr. Nancy Sudak is board certified in family medicine, and is Diplomate of the American Board of Holistic Medicine. She is active at a national level in training and certifying physicians in holistic medicine. She is currently in practice at the Lake Superior Community Health Center in Duluth. Who should attend: faculty, staff and family members. |
| Personal Development Series: High Score Wins!
Improving Your Credit Score Wed, 12/06 12:00-1:00 KSC 323 go to top |
Many financial institutions these days offer loan rates based
on your credit score, with high credit scores qualifying for the
lowest rates. Learn what factors Loan Officers consider when giving
out loans, and what traits help you develop the best credit rating
possible--and maintain your good credit score.
Facilitator: Bob Nelson is the Community Development Specialist at Members Cooperative Credit Union. He has over 12 years in the financial services industry. Who should attend: faculty, staff and family members. |
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