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Manatee YourChoice Health Plan offers additional programs and events to support a healthy lifestyle. We offer 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. 

Upcoming May Events

Nutrition Workshop - Putting Diets to Rest
Hosted by:  Natalia Garcia
 

Looking to learn the truth about diets from the experts?  This is the class you have been waiting for!  With Natalia's experience, she will break down complex nutrition information into easy-to-understand insights.  This is a five week workshop with weekly lessons.  Using two of your five free for one-on-one nutrition visits are encouraged for this workshop but not required to participate.

Dates:
  • May 13th
  • May 20th
  • May 27th
  • June 3rd
  • June 10th
Time:  12pm-1pm
Location:  Zoom
Topics:
  • Metabolism myths vs facts
  • Keto done right
  • The science behind fad diets
  • How food impacts hormones
  • Putting it all together

Register Here

Eligibility:  Employees regardless of health plan status and YourChoice Health Plan Members

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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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Diabetes Survival Skills Course 

Hosted by:  Marcus Harris

Dates (choose 1):  5/22, 6/26
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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The New Science of Gratitude

Hosted by:   Dr. Darcy Lord of Wellness Journeys

Discover the science behind the benefits of gratitude with Dr. Darcy Lord, as she shares techniques to improve your overall happiness and well-being.

People who regularly practice gratitude:

  • Experience more positive emotions
  • Feel more alive
  • Sleep better
  • Express more compassion
  • Have stronger immune systems
Date:  May 27th
Time:  11am - 12pm
Location:  Zoom
 
 
 

 

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Skeletal Fitness™ Webinar
What You Need to Know About Your Bones and Osteoporosis
Hosted by:  Mirabai Holland
 

On the outside, bones look solid and “rock-like” ... but they are not! Bones are living tissue that are affected by heredity, gender, age, diet, exercise habits, the medications you take, and much more! While there is no cure, osteoporosis is largely preventable and treatable with medicines and lifestyle. Are you at risk?

Date:  Thursday, May 29th

Time(choose a time that is convenient for you):

  • 12pm-1pm
  • 5pm-6pm

Location:  Zoom

What you will learn:

  • Causes and risk factors
  • How to keep your bones healthy
  • Calcium risks and rewards
  • Recommended foods to eat or avoid
  • Commonly prescribed medicines
  • How weight bearing and resistance exercise can build and maintain bone mass

Register Here

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Eligibility:  Employees regardless of health plan status and YourChoice Health Plan members

Upcoming June Events

Lose to Win™ Webinar
Weight Management Program
Hosted by:  Mirabai Holland
 

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 wight off for good!  This is an interactive 6-week education and health coaching program with a weekly group education seminar with a live Q&A forum.  Each participant will receive two personal one-on-one sessions in addition to ghe group education sessions.  If you have already used all five sessions this year and would like to continue, there is a $25 copay.  The Health Coaching sessions are not required to participate in the workshops but are encouraged.

Dates/Topics:

  • June 10th - Ready Set Go! Overview
  • June 17th - Create Your Food Program
  • June 24th - Eating for Longevity
  • July 1st - Supermarket Savvy
  • July 8th - Stress Eating
  • July 15th - Exercise Smart for Weight Loss

Time:  12pm - 1pm

Location:  Zoom

Register Here

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Eligibility:  Adult members on the YourChoice Health Plan

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Skeletal Fitness™ Webinar
What You Need to Know About Your Bones and Osteoporosis
Hosted by:  Mirabai Holland
 

On the outside, bones look solid and “rock-like” ... but they are not! Bones are living tissue that are affected by heredity, gender, age, diet, exercise habits, the medications you take, and much more! While there is no cure, osteoporosis is largely preventable and treatable with medicines and lifestyle. Are you at risk?

Date:  Thursday, June 26th

Time(choose a time that is convenient for you):

  • 12pm-1pm
  • 5pm-6pm

Location:  Zoom

What you will learn:

  • Causes and risk factors
  • How to keep your bones healthy
  • Calcium risks and rewards
  • Recommended foods to eat or avoid
  • Commonly prescribed medicines
  • How weight bearing and resistance exercise can build and maintain bone mass

Register Here

View Flyer

Eligibility:  Employees regardless of health plan status and YourChoice Health Plan members

Upcoming July Events

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. 

Upcoming September Events

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. 

Upcoming November Events

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:

Financial Workshop

Hosted by:  Workplace Money Coach

"Start Strong, Stay Strong"
Your Financial Game Plan for the Year Ahead
 
 
Financial Workshop
Hosted by:  Workplace Money Coach
"Catch-Up Strategies:  Retirement Planning for Late Starters"
Strategies to start the year with clear financial priorities and habits.
 
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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 (except for Symmetry AlignSmart)!

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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.

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.

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.

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.