Veterans or civilian survivors of sexual assault, serious accidents, natural disasters or other traumatic events, effective treatments can lead to a better quality of life. PTSD Awareness
Child-Birth PTSD
As many as 6% of women develop symptoms of CB-PTSD after a traumatic childbirth, such as those with life-threatening complications. Learn more at Traumatic Childbirth.
PTSD Self-Screen
Take the Self-Screen and learn if your feelings & behaviors are related to PTSD.
Mindfulness Coach
Developed by the U.S. Dept of Veterans Affairs' National Center for PTSD to help Veterans, service members & others learn how to practice mindfulness. Mindfulness Coach
BE AWARE
June 22 - 28 Pollinator Week
Annual celebration to raise awareness for bees, butterflies, birds, bats & other creatures vital to ecosystem health. Garden Tours
July 10th Chronic Disease Day
A chronic disease is a health condition that lasts one year or more, requires ongoing medical care, and may limit daily activities. Awareness
August is Make-A-Will Month
This annual initiative encourages adults to create or update their estate plans. Join the Estate Planning Council of LI for a workshop.Register Here
BE THERE OR BE SQUARE
MOVE YOUR BODY
FREE Employee Fitness Classes Spin ♦ Zumba ♦ Mat Pilates ♦ Line Dancing ♦ Yoga ♦Tai Chi - Register Here
Individual Health Coaching: Set, achieve & maintain your health goals with Healthier U’s Certified Mayo Clinic Health & Wellness Coach.Info Session
MOVE YOUR MIND
Mindful Meditation Series (Virtual)Various dates and times. Deepen your connection to the present moment. All levels welcome.
Build Brain Healthy Habits6/11 @ 12 PM (Virtual) Healthier U & Alzheimer Association workshop with self-assessment tool & risk reduction info.
Yoga Nidra6/17 @4 PM Also known as "yogic sleep," a guided meditation practice that promotes deep relaxation.
Summer Reset Ayurveda6/17 @ 12 PM (Virtual) It's time to adjust diets & daily routines to clear mental and physical heaviness and stagnation.
Wellness is a Journey7/9 @11 AM (Virtual) Eight Dimensions of Wellness will guide you on your wellness journey with Healthier U.
Join Our Book Club8/4 @ 3 PM (Virtual) Bringing Nature Home: How You Can Sustain Wildlife with NATIVE PLANTS by Douglas W. Tallamy.
WHAT'S GROWING NEXT
Gardening for Life6/15 @12 PM (In-Person) Learn why gardening is a wonderful activity for longevity & healthspan.
iNaturalist Hike 7/21 @4 PM (In-Person) Nature hike on campus using the iNaturalist app - every observation you make contributes to biodiversity science!
Birding at the Brook 8/12 @4 PM (In-Person) Explore the birds of Stony Brook. Binoculars and birding information guides will be provided.
A program designed to offer people with personal challenges, including work-related stress, confidential & highly professional assessment, referral & consultation services.
