The Human Resources Department in partnership with our health carriers, Health Net and Kaiser Permanente, would like to offer you a personalized and interactive Wellness Program that can fit into your busy lifestyle. 

Whether you are looking to lose weight, quit smoking, or just live healthier, My Health Matters! gives you the tools and encouragement you need to reach your goals.

Thanks to you and your commitment, My Health Matters! scored a great success during the first six months of 2009.   

Our employees don't just read about health. They take action to improve their lives! Many of you benefited from joining the Steps to Success program. Here is what we accomplished from the beginning of the program

The 2009-10 Wellness Campaign begins on September 1, 2009. This year, we would like to offer you easier access to health resources and education by increasing the number of worksite events and classes.

As always, the County of San Bernardino is committed to providing you with the very best information and resources to support your healthy lifestyle.  

Health Risk Assessment (HRA)

Your first step on the road to better health is to take the Health Risk Assessment. Answer a series of questions about your health and lifestyle and you will receive an online personal health plan that reports your current health status and recommendations for improvement.

Complete the questionnaire at Health Net or Kaiser Permanente websites between September 1, 2009 and July 30, 2010 and earn a $50 reward card*.  

	Step to Success Do you know you should increase your physical activity and improve your eating habits, but don’t know how or lack the motivation and the time to make changes? If, “yes” you are not alone!  Now is the time to join Steps to Success, the County’s online program that boosts your fitness level and adds fun to your daily activities. Complete an Activity or Weight Loss Challenge for a chance to win a $100 reward card*. Enroll in the Steps to Success program today and receive a FREE pedometer. Click here for more information on how to register.
Wellness Expo Attend a Wellness Expo and receive confidential health screenings, education and resources to start your journey toward wellness. We encourage you to pre-register your attendance using the PERC e-Learning system. Participate for a chance to win a $75 reward card*. Click here to view the 2009-10 Wellness Expo Calendar.

Online Health Programs Use self-guided online classes and learning materials provided to you by Health Net and Kaiser Permanente to help you meet your specific health improvement goals and become more educated in several areas. Statistics show that customized programs help you better manage ongoing health conditions and can also help you manage your weight and fitness goals. Choose from a variety of topics, including: How to Get Fit in 10 Minutes a Day How to Manage Tobacco Cravings Shopping for Healthier Foods How Stress Damages Your Health Complete one of the programs by July 30, 2010 and enter a drawing for a $100 reward card*. Online classes are available now at Kaiser Permanente's website. For Health Net's members, online classes will be available beginning January 1, 2010.

	Worksite Health Education Take advantage of the many opportunities the County offers you to learn more about healthy lifestyles. Choose from a variety of topics presented by health professionals available at worksites throughout the County.
Weight Management Diabetes Prevention Healthy Hearts Stress Management	Click here for the calendar of upcoming worksite health classes. Complete one of the multi-week programs by July 30, 2010 and enter a drawing for a $100 reward card*.

Show your Committment to Health!

There will be a final drawing for eight $250 reward cards*. The drawing will take place in August 2010 amongst employees that completed/attended at least three of the following:

1. HRA
2. MHM! Expo
3. Health Net or Kaiser Permanente online health program
4. Steps to Success challenge
5. Steps to a Healthy Weight -  a free 5-week worksite weight management program
6. Steps to a Healthy Heart – a free 3-week worksite program

For More Information:
Contact your Wellness Advocate. Click here to view the Wellness Advocates roster.
Contact the Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or via email at mhm@hr.sbcounty.gov
Visit the Health Net website.
Visit the Kaiser Permanente website.