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Manatee YourChoice offers programs and events to power your healthy lifestyle!

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Gain simple access to the tools and support you need to enhance your wellbeing from the inside out.  Our programs help you make the most of your benefits while prioritizing your overall health.
 
Our sessions are designed to fit your workday - join from your desk, home, or any remote location.  Convenient lunchtime Zoom sessions make it easy to participate without disrupting your schedule.
 
Explore our upcoming events below!
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Pink Pumpkin Decorating Challenge - RESULTS

The Pink Pumpkin Contest results are in! Received in were almost 400 unique votes.  All 15 submissions were thoughtful and creative.  

Listed are the top 3 winners in each category.

Most Elaborate:

  1. Marilyn Pumpkroe from Utilities/Meter Services
  2. “Blooming Through Breast Cancer” from Public Safety/EMS
  3. Hocus Pocus Sanderson Sisters from Tax Collector- East Manatee County

Prettiest in Pink:

  1. Frida Kahlo from Manatee Judicial Center/Circuit 12
  2. Dolly TaTa from Utilities/Admin
  3. Lil’ Boo Peep from Utilities/North Water Reclamation Facility

Silliest:

  1. Bertha Bookwyrm from South Manatee Library/Sports and Leisure
  2. “Cancer Sucks” from County Attorney Office
  3. “Keep an Eye Out” from Public Works/Traffic Division

Best Overall:

  1. Marilyn Pumpkroe from Utilities/Meter Services
  2. Hocus Pocus Sanderson Sisters from Tax Collector- East Manatee County
  3. “Blooming Through Breast Cancer” from Public Safety/EMS.
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November Events

7-DAY SODIUM CHALLENGE

Hosted by: Wellness Journeys

UPDATE! The dates have been changed to November 17th - 24th

  • Nov. 17th, 9 - 9:30am
  • Nov. 19th, 21st, 24th, 9 - 9:15am

Excess sodium in the diet doesn’t just come from the saltshaker. Learn the hidden sources of sodium in our standard American diet and ways to cut back. Here is what is Included in this challenge:

  • Sodium Tracking Journal
  • Step-by-step, doable approach to reducing sodium over time
  • Easy strategies to cut back that fit your lifestyle
  • Daily emails with helpful tips and reduced-sodium recipes
  • Virtual Sessions

Location:  Zoom 

Register Here 

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December Events

12-Days of Wellness Challenge
DECEMBER 1 – 12

Get ready to boost your wellness and kick off the holiday season feeling your best!

HOW IT WORKS:

  • No registration needed — just join in!
  • Each day from Dec 1–12, complete ONE activity from the Wellness Challenge Checklist.
  • Check or cross off each completed activity and sign your sheet.
  • When you’ve finished all 12 days, upload a photo of your completed sheet by December 17.

PRIZE ALERT!
Every completed submission is entered into a drawing to win a Protein Shaker Bottle!  30 winners!

Print Challenge Flyer/Checklist

 

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Watch Previously Recorded Webinars:

Missed a webinar? No problem, click the link below to be directed to our wellness webinar archive.
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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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