FOR THE HEALTH OF IT: BECAUSE YOU CAN

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Host Susan Robinson, Ed.D – director of Thrive, the Oklahoma Employee Wellness program – talks with health and wellness experts to explore the latest research, science, advice and resources for state employees and the Oklahomans they serve. By also examining internal and external sources and information in related fields, For the Health of It seeks to increase and enhance the overall wellness of the program's audience.

  1. 12/13/2024

    Calm Waters Grief Assistance with Abby Dimond and Heather Gaglio

    Calm Waters Clinical Director Heather Gaglio and Director of Development and Communications Abby Dimond discuss grief services and support offered to Oklahomans through Calm Waters. The episode offers advice and comfort for children and families navigating grief, divorce or significant loss.   Visit https://www.calmwaters.org/ to learn more.

    Calm Waters Grief Assistance with Abby Dimond and Heather Gaglio

  2. 11/26/2024

    Navigating the Holiday Season with Dedra Hansbro

    Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) Senior Director of Civil and Criminal Justice Services Dedra Hansbro discusses the challenges many face during the holiday season. The episode offers resources and information to equip Oklahomans for a happy, healthy holiday season.

    Navigating the Holiday Season with Dedra Hansbro

  3. 10/29/2024

    Mental Health and the 988 Lifeline with Tony Stelter

    Oklahoma Department of Mental Health and Substance Abuse Services (ODMHSAS) Chief of Statewide Crisis Services Tony Stelter discusses the purpose and importance of the 988 Mental Health Lifeline. The episode touches on additional resources provided by ODMHSAS to support Oklahomans through prevention, treatment and education surrounding mental health and substance abuse.

    Mental Health and the 988 Lifeline with Tony Stelter

  4. 09/24/2024

    Financial Wellness and Literacy with Sara Lorenzen 

    Oklahoma Money Matters Outreach Specialist Sara Lorenzen discusses the importance of financial wellness and literacy. The episode also features educational resources from Oklahoma Money Matters that can guide and empower the community to make positive financial choices.  Learn more about Oklahoma Money Matters: oklahomamoneymatters.org.

    Financial Wellness and Literacy with Sara Lorenzen 

  5. 08/27/2024

    Medicare Education and Resources with Ray Walker 

    Oklahoma Insurance Department Medicare Assistance Program Director Ray Walker discusses Medicare, education and resources for senior citizens, their caregivers and family members. The episode addresses Medicare changes, educational opportunities and resources that empower Oklahomans to get the most out of Medicare. Learn more about the Oklahoma Insurance Department: oid.ok.gov.

    Medicare Education and Resources with Ray Walker 

  6. 07/31/2024

    Optimizing retirement benefits with Autumn Fourkiller and Ava Doyle

    Oklahoma Public Employees Retirement System (OPERS) Retirement Education and Communications Specialists Autumn Fourkiller and Ava Doyle discuss Pathfinder retirement options for state workers and the tips, information and resources OPERS provides to help employees optimize their retirement benefits.   Email Ava Doyle at adoyle@opers.ok.gov or Autumn Fourkiller at afourkiller@opers.ok.gov for additional assistance.

    Optimizing retirement benefits with Autumn Fourkiller and Ava Doyle

  7. 06/25/2024

    Self-Awareness and Stress with Joe Holcomb

    The final installment of our two-part conversation with Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority Employee Wellness and Development Programs Manager Joe Holcomb. We discuss self-awareness and the impacts of accumulating stress. The episode offers helpful tips for managing stress through meditation, movement and monotasking.

    Self-Awareness and Stress with Joe Holcomb

  8. 05/28/2024

    Mindfulness and Meditation with Joe Holcomb 

    Oklahoma Medical Marijuana Authority Employee Wellness and Development Programs Manager Joe Holcomb joins us to discuss the connection between meditation and increased mindfulness.

    Mindfulness and Meditation with Joe Holcomb 
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Host Susan Robinson, Ed.D – director of Thrive, the Oklahoma Employee Wellness program – talks with health and wellness experts to explore the latest research, science, advice and resources for state employees and the Oklahomans they serve. By also examining internal and external sources and information in related fields, For the Health of It seeks to increase and enhance the overall wellness of the program's audience.

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