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Manatee YourChoice Health Plan offers additional programs and events to support a healthy lifestyle. We are offering you easy access to the tools and resources to improve your wellbeing from the inside out.  Learn how to maximize your benefits through our wellbeing programs. 
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Diabetes Survival Skills Course 

Hosted by:  Marcus Harris

Dates to choose from (pick 1): 1/30, 2/27, 3/27, more dates to come.
Times to choose from (pick 1):  12pm & 5pm (1 hour course)
Location:  Virtual
 
 
Eligibility:  YourChoice Health Plan Members who are newly diagnosed or living with any form of diabetes.
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Lose to Win - BEGINS JANUARY 30TH

Hosted by:  Certified Health Coach & Exercise Physiologist, Mirabai Holland

When: Thursdays, January 30th, February 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th, March 6th
Time:  12pm-1pm
Location:  Zoom
 

Register Here

Lose to Win™ is designed to guide you through a weight management program, help you lose weight, address lifestyle factors, potential obstacles and ways to address them, to finally keep the weight off for good!  NEW ADDITION: WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE WEIGHT LOSS DRUGS!  Lose to Win™ is an interactive 6-week education and health coaching program with a weekly group education seminar with live a live Q&A forum. Each participant will receive 2 personal one-on-one sessions in addition to the group education sessions.

1/30: Week 1:  READY SET GO! Overview
Orientation Q&A
Initial Goals Track Food at least 2 weekdays and 1 weekend day.
Instructions how to use  http://www.myfitnesspal.com
Weigh-in once a week at home, same scale, same time of day and email weight to Mirabai the day before each class.
 
2/6: Week 2: CREATE YOUR FOOD PROGRAM: We’ll apply the Lose To Win™ Approach to the various food plan options and find one or a combination of several, that fits your personality, your lifestyle, and achieves your goals. 
Explain How to Create S.M.A.R.T Goals.
You will receive a Goal Setting Form by email so you can create at least 1 short-term Smart Goal. Continue tracking your food 2 weekdays and 1 weekend day.
 
2-13 Week 3: EATING FOR LONGEVITY: Specialized Food Plans For Specific Health Issues.
How specific food affects your health, and your particular health issues. Dirty dozen and Clean 15, foods that increase metabolism and volume. Sleep, Meds.??
 
2-20: Week 4 SUPERMARKET SAVVY:  Navigating the Merchandising Minefield and coming home with the right stuff.
 
EATING IN, EATING OUT: Food choices, Portion sizes, Cooking, Seasoning, Plating, Advance menu reading.
 
2-27: Week 5: STRESS EATING: Understanding and Control Strategies. Creating resilience.
 
3-6: Week 6: EXERCISE SMART FOR WEIGHT LOSS: Learn how to exercise to boost your 3etabolism and burn max calories.
THE TAKEAWAY: Get down to your target weight & maintain. Developing A Weight Management Program for Life that helps you stay on Track: The Challenges and Rewards Of Healthy Living
 
*Limited to 24 spots*
Eligibility:  Members on the YourChoice Health Plan
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MYC  "ZONE 2" Cardio February Challenge
 
Challenge Runs:  February 1st - February 28th
Rules: 
  • 300+ minutes per week in zone 2 wins a protein shaker bottle
  • 2x/week in zone 2 for 30+ minutes each wins a cooling towel

(choose any form of cardio exercise you like; walking, swimming, Zumba, spin, etc.)

At the end of the challenge, data needs to show proof of minutes.  Photo submissions for tracking will take place the week of 3/3 - 3/7.  A link will be provided in the registration confirmation emal.  Registration ends 2/7.

Eligibility:  All employees (regardless of health plan status) and retirees on the YourChoice Health Plan.

Register Here

Zone 2 Challenge Flyer

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Financial Workshop
"Catch-Up Strategies:  Retirement Planning for Late Starters"
Strategies to start the year with clear financial priorities and habits.
 
Upon registering you will be sent a link to access the webinar.
 
 
When:  February 11th
Time:  12pm - 1pm
Location:  Zoom 
 
Limited to the first 99 registrants! 
Eligibility:  Open to all Employees and Members on the YourChoice Health Plan. 
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Women's Checklist to a Healthy Heart

Hosted by:  Polly Pitchford of Wellness Journeys

Learn simple strategies to live longer and feel better!

Date:  Wednesday, February 12th
Time:  11am - 12pm
Location:  Zoom
 
 
Eligibility:  All employees (regardless of health plan status) and dependents on the YourChoice Health Plan
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Financial Workshop
"Your Path to a Better Credit Score"
Master the steps to improve your credit score and gain access to better financial opportunities.
 
Upon registering you will be sent a link to access the webinar.
 
 
When:  May 14th
Time:  11am - 12pm
Location:  Zoom 
 
Limited to the first 99 registrants! 
Eligibility:  Open to all Employees and Members on the YourChoice Health Plan. 
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Financial Workshop
"The Ultimate Family Budget Blueprint"
Equip yourself with tools and strategies to create a sustainable household budget that works for everyone.
 
Upon registering you will be sent a link to access the webinar.
 
 
When:  July 17th
Time:  12pm - 1pm
Location:  Zoom 
 
Limited to the first 99 registrants! 
Eligibility:  Open to all Employees and Members on the YourChoice Health Plan. 
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Financial Workshop
"Investing 101:  A Beginner's Guide"
Break down the basics of stocks, bonds, and mutual funds in an easy-to-follow format.
 
Upon registering you will be sent a link to access the webinar.
 
 
When:  September 23rd
Time:  11am - 12pm
Location:  Zoom 
 
Limited to the first 99 registrants! 
Eligibility:  Open to all Employees and Members on the YourChoice Health Plan. 
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Financial Workshop
"Year-End Tax Planning:  Wrapping Up the Year Wisely"
 
Upon registering you will be sent a link to access the webinar.
 
 
When:  November 6th
Time:  12pm - 1pm
Location:  Zoom 
 
Limited to the first 99 registrants! 
Eligibility:  Open to all Employees and Members on the YourChoice Health Plan. 
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Watch Previously Recorded Webinars Here:

Financial Workshop
"Start Strong, Stay Strong"
Your Financial Game Plan for the Year Ahead
 
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GIVE ME FIVE
As a member of the Manatee YourChoice Health Plan you are eligible to receive:
 

Hover over the key words above and click on the link to be redirected to learn more about each of the benefits.  Visits renew each calendar year!

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HEALTHY PREGNANCY

This program offers you the resources to feel good and guide you through a health pregnancy.

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Manatee YourChoice Health Plan members receive up to 20 visits with a Network Registered Dietitian each calendar year.  The first 5 visits are free!

Click the link below to learn more about your nutrition benefit.

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All members of the Manatee YourChoice Health Plan receive 5 personal training sessions per calendar year at no cost.

Click the link below to learn more about your personal training benefit.

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Manatee YourChoice Health Plan members receive up to 20 visits with a Network Registered Health Coach each calendar year. 

Click the link below to learn more about your health coaching benefit.

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Manatee County Government Employees and YourChoice Health Plan members receive 5 counseling sessions at no cost each calendar year.

Click the link below to learn more about your behavioral health benefit.

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