Balanced You offers health and well-being options to support employees so you can feel good, get the most out of life, and do your best work for the people of King County.
Eye exams are critical to caring for your eyes, vision, and overall health. Regular eye exams promote eye health and help detect the signs of conditions such as high blood pressure, diabetes, and high cholesterol. As a benefits-eligible King County employee, you have access to comprehensive vision insurance through Vision Service Plan (VSP). Your vision... Continue Reading →
Kaiser Permanente has phased out the Active&Fit Direct program and has introduced a new program called One Pass Select by Optum. The Optum One Pass Select program is available to Kaiser Permanente members only. This subscription-based fitness membership and well-being network is designed to support a healthier lifestyle. Members have unlimited access to all gym... Continue Reading →
As we look beyond Mental Health Month, Balanced You invites employees to continue learning about emotional well-being. In this spirit, employees are invited to join Balanced You on Thursday, June 13, from noon to 1 p.m. for a Balanced You Self-Care Webinar on post-traumatic stress disorder. Register here for the webinar. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)... Continue Reading →
In the complexities of modern life, our loved ones often face unseen battles beneath their "I’m fine" exterior. The stressors of our fast-paced society can weigh heavily on mental well-being, making it crucial to offer support and understanding. If you are struggling to know how to check-in on loved one and coworkers, the tips below... Continue Reading →
With depression rates across the United States reaching new highs, it’s important to take care of yourself and have tools on standby to use when times get tough. A coping toolbox is a collection of skills, techniques, items, and other suggestions that you can turn to as soon as you start to feel anxious, depressed,... Continue Reading →
May 5 - 11 is Be Kind to Animals Week. During Mental Health Month we at Balanced You want to be sure employees know the link between pet ownership and mental health. Research from the National Institute of Health (NIH) suggests that interacting with animals has been shown to decrease levels of cortisol (a stress-related... Continue Reading →
May is Mental Health Month, a time dedicated to prioritizing our well-being and promoting open conversations about mental health. At King County, we recognize the importance of mental health to our overall health and well-being and we champion each other in support and recovery. We know the impact mental health challenges have on our personal... Continue Reading →
Balanced You Conversations is a series of talks about important topics related to your health and well-being. Karla Clark, Balanced You team member discusses stress with Laurin Taylor, Clinical Director of Garden Counseling & Wellness Group. Karla and Laurin talk to us about the physical and mental signs of stress, how to manage stress, the... Continue Reading →
These 30-minute move breaks are free and virtual so you can tap in from anywhere and benefit from the instruction of a certified trainer. Join us for all the classes in the Get Movin' with Balanced You series focusing on yoga, stretching, cardio, the core, mat-based Pilates, and strength training. Classes are for all levels,... Continue Reading →
Balanced You continues to partner with Mindfulness Northwest to offer free mindfulness classes and workshops to King County employees. All classes are held live on Zoom. Mindfulness is a practice that can help you quiet your mind, find focus, and reduce some of the stress many of us experience. We have classes available for all employees that... Continue Reading →
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