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CLASSES AND EVENTS

As an OSU Health Plan member, you have access to a wide variety of health and wellness classes, recordings and events all year long. Take advantage of all that’s available to you! It can do wonders for your wellness.

Visit Link to Health to view and register for upcoming classes and events, or browse archived programs below.

Employee Assistance Program
Monthly Motivation: Celebrating Doubt
Need a little motivation? Join the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) each month for a short break as they share an inspirational theme, quote, or mantra. Learn how and why setting positive intentions can inspire you, get you energized and motivate you to tackle your goals with grace and purpose.
January 28, 2025 • Tyler McGuire, LISW
Weight Management
Nutrition Considerations for GLP-1 Medications
This webinar will discuss nutrition considerations for GLP-1 medications and everything you need to know about them.
January 21, 2025 • Matthew Celik MS, RD, LD
Financial Wellness
Navigating Financial Alphabet Soup: The Accounts that Save for Life’s Big Moments
Our lives are likely made up of many big moments – moving out, getting married, having children, and retirement, just for a few examples – and we want to achieve and celebrate these life milestones when they arrive! But, what are the best ways we can be saving up for these moments? How can we earn the most on our savings? Join Ohio State Extension Educators, Jessica Lowe and Ryan Kline, as we decode “financial alphabet soup” and learn more about the accounts that save for life’s big moments.  
January 14, 2025 • Jessica Lowe and Ryan Kline
Parenting & Family
Starting Solids
Prepare for your baby's transition to solid foods with our Starting Solids class! Learn when and how to introduce solids, recognize readiness signs, and explore nutritious food options. Gain practical tips and expert advice to ensure a smooth and enjoyable start to your baby's solid food journey.
January 9, 2025 • Kellie Green
Financial Wellness
Saving for the Unexpected
Sometimes our lives take unexpected turns. To be prepared the for unexpected, it’s good to have an emergency fund ready. Join Ohio State Extension Educators, Jessica Lowe and Ryan Kline, as we discuss the importance of an emergency fund, where to put it and how much to have saved, as well as how to set SMART goals to stay on track.
January 7, 2025 • Jessica Lowe and Ryan Kline
Active Living
Chair Yoga
Join Stacy Notestine, registered nurse and yoga teacher, for a gentle chair yoga session. This class is for all ages who want to learn to stretch and relax all while in a sitting position. No prior experience necessary. A Word of Caution: Not all exercises are suitable for everyone and this or any other exercise program may result in injury. Do not perform these movement(s) if you have a medical condition that can be made worse by physical activity. If you have questions about what exercises are safe for you, consult your physician.
November 19, 2024 • Stacy Notestine RN, IBCLC
Employee Assistance Program
#Monthly Motivation: A Favor for Future Self
Are you doing something that a future self could be proud of? Join us as we discuss creating a unique story to look back on with pleasure later.
November 12, 2024 • Tyler McGuire, Ohio State University Employee Assistance Program
Parenting & Family
Pumping Essentials 101
Learn from an experienced lactation expert, Stacy Notestine RN, IBCLC, about the different types of breast/chest pumps, which one is right for you and the essentials needed to be successful to pump milk for your baby.
October 22, 2024 • Stacy Notestine RN, IBCLC
General Health and Wellness
Quitting Tobacco
Join OSU Health Plan Health Coach Adam for an educational program about tobacco cessation. During this 30-minute session, we will learn about the benefits from quitting using tobacco, discuss tobacco cessation products and medications available to you, and talk about cessation techniques and that can help make this time the time you quit for good.
October 10, 2024 • Health Coach Adam Roberts
Employee Assistance Program
Letting go of Negativity
Whether it’s negative thoughts or just a feeling of negativity, many people I talk to want to know how to let go of negative energy. Join this webinar to learn physical, emotional, and mental ways of letting go and opening yourself up to more positive thoughts and feelings.
October 8, 2024 • Suzanne Vickers, LISW-S