Workplace Wellness

Workplace Mental Health: Bell Seal Certification

Workplace Mental Health: Bell Seal Certification To better support and showcase the well-being efforts of our AchieveWELL and member organizations, we invite you to watch an informational webinar on Mental Health America's Bell Seal certification. Mental Health America of Indiana discusses the Bell Seal program and how it can benefit your organization. What is the Bell Seal? The Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health is a certification program that recognizes employers who meet high standards of mental health support and employee wellness. It helps businesses assess their workplace policies, identify areas for improvement, and receive expert guidance to become [...]

Wellness Council Annual Report 2024

Wellness Council Annual Report 2024 The Wellness Council of Indiana exists to improve the quality of life for Indiana residents by empowering employers and communities to create thriving places to live, work, and play. 2024 brought a continued focus on improving workplace culture, reducing the stigma related to mental health and substance use disorders, and addressing chronic conditions such as diabetes and obesity. The Wellness Council is honored to support employers in navigating these important issues through convenings with local partners and resources, providing employer consultations, trainings, and much more. The Wellness Council supports the Indiana Chamber’s strategic plan [...]

Mental Health First Aid Training (Virtual)

Register Here Become A Member Mental Health First Aid Training (Virtual) Mental Health First-Aid (MHFA) introduces participants to identify common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use-related challenges, builds understanding on their impact and provides an overview of common supports. This eight-hour course utilizes role play, scenarios, and activities to demonstrate how to offer initial help in a mental health crisis and connect persons to the appropriate professional, peer, social and self-help care. MHFA takes the fear and hesitation out of starting conversations about mental health and substance use problems by improving understanding [...]

Unlocking Healm: A Strategic Support Tool for the National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP) Success

Register Here Become A Member Unlocking Healm: A Strategic Support Tool for the National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP) Success Join us on Thursday, December 12th, from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. EST for a webinar Unlocking Healm: A Strategic Support Tool for National Diabetes Prevention Program (NDPP) Success.  Healm, a valuable, free resource designed to empower employers with effective tools for diabetes prevention and lifestyle program decision-making. Whether your organization already offers the CDC-recognized National Diabetes Prevention Program (National DPP) lifestyle change program or is considering this initiative, Healm provides organizations essential tools to make informed [...]

Mental Health First Aid (In-Person)

Mental Health First Aid (In-Person) Mental Health First-Aid (MHFA) introduces participants to identify common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use-related challenges, builds understanding on their impact and provides an overview of common supports. This eight-hour course utilizes role play, scenarios, and activities to demonstrate how to offer initial help in a mental health crisis and connect persons to the appropriate professional, peer, social and self-help care. MHFA takes the fear and hesitation out of starting conversations about mental health and substance use problems by improving understanding and providing an action plan that teaches people to safely [...]

Mental Health First Aid Training (In-Person)

Mental Health First Aid Training (In-Person) Mental Health First-Aid (MHFA) introduces participants to identify common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use-related challenges, builds understanding on their impact and provides an overview of common supports. This eight-hour course utilizes role play, scenarios, and activities to demonstrate how to offer initial help in a mental health crisis and connect persons to the appropriate professional, peer, social and self-help care. MHFA takes the fear and hesitation out of starting conversations about mental health and substance use problems by improving understanding and providing an action plan that teaches people to [...]

Mental Health First Aid (Virtual)

Mental Health First Aid Virtual Training Mental Health First-Aid (MHFA) introduces participants to identify common signs and symptoms of mental health and substance use-related challenges, builds understanding on their impact and provides an overview of common supports. This eight-hour course utilizes role play, scenarios, and activities to demonstrate how to offer initial help in a mental health crisis and connect persons to the appropriate professional, peer, social and self-help care. MHFA takes the fear and hesitation out of starting conversations about mental health and substance use problems by improving understanding and providing an action plan that teaches people to [...]

Bowen Center Changes Name to Bowen Health

Bowen Center Changes Name to Bowen Health (Warsaw, IN – October 1, 2024) – Starting today, Bowen Health is the new name for Bowen Center. This new name reflects the organization’s mission and commitment to delivering comprehensive healthcare to northern Indiana. Bowen Health’s core mission is to serve the underserved, and no one is turned away because of an inability to pay. “We started in 1961 as Four County Mental Health Clinic, and in the 1970s, we became Otis R. Bowen Center for Human Services in honor of Indiana's first two-term governor,” says Dr. Rob Ryan, Bowen Health President and CEO. “It didn't take [...]

2024 Indiana Wellness Summit

2024 Indiana Wellness Summit Join the Indiana Chamber and the Wellness Council of Indiana for our largest health and wellness event of the year! This summit brings together Hoosier health and wellness professionals to connect and collaborate to improve the well-being of our workplaces and communities. No matter your organization’s size, industry or level of existing wellness programming, you can benefit from attending. Hear best practices, connect to Indiana wellness resources and access data to make your organization well. Highlights include: Wellness expo WCI member reception Get Moving! Wellness activity center AchieveWELL Awards Luncheon 30-plus educational sessions Topics Include: Wellness 101 Mental health [...]

Communication and Engagement Training Warsaw

October 2024: Communication and Engagement Training Warsaw Elevate Workplace Communication & Engagement with a Focus on Mental Health Join us for a transformative workshop hosted by the Wellness Council of Indiana. This 3-hour session is designed to enhance your communication and engagement strategies while addressing mental health considerations in the workplace. You’ll leave with practical tools to foster a more supportive and connected work environment. What You'll Gain: • Strategies for Addressing Mental Health: Learn from real-world case studies on breaking mental health stigma and creating a supportive atmosphere. • Developing an Effective Communication Plan: Discover how to build [...]