Wellness Wednesday Newsletter

February is HEART HEALTH MONTH

Spotlight on Hypertension - know the 4 categories of blood pressure: Normal is lower than 120/80 mm HG; Elevated is 120-129 mm HG and at or below 80 mm HG; Stage 1 Hypertension is 130-139 mm HG and 80-89 mm HG; Stage 2 Hypertension is 140 or higher mm HG and 90 or higher mm HG. Untreated high blood pressure increases the risk of heart attack, stroke and other serious health problems. Not smoking, eating well, and exercising can help prevent and/or decrease high blood pressure. Work one-on-one with a nurse educator/health coach to create an action plan to help you keep your blood pressure levels healthy. Schedule your appointment today by calling your health center, primary care physician or online via the patient portal.

Help us shape the Wellness Vital Investment Program to better meet your needs and interests. Take this quick survey and help us build a better wellness journey dedicated to you!

My Health Onsite Wellness Interest Survey

Webex Presentations

Heart Healthy Diet, February 19, 12:00pm or 5:30pm. My Health Onsite Registered Dietitian, Stephanie Hanley, RDN/LDN, ACE CHC, provides insight into the risk factors for heart disease and the dietary patterns shown to reduce those risks. A recording of the presentation will be available online in the wellness portal for those who miss the live presentation.

Upcoming webinar:

Smart Start with Veggies: A Planning Workshop, March 19, 12:00pm or 5:30pm. Details to come!

Click Here to Register

Mini Chocolate-Dipped Apple-Date Bites

From Hailey D:

"I wanted to provide a kudos message for Kasey Griffith at the Longleaf MHO clinic. Kasey is truly the most caring and empathetic provider that I have ever experienced, and I am grateful that she takes the time to explain things to me and has the patience to understand my perspective. Kasey is someone that I know will work with me on a solution for my health while making me feel validated in my concerns, which is something so important to me. I cannot express how much Kasey has helped me both with my physical health and my mental health. Thank you to Kasey for helping me on my path to the best health possible. She has made such a positive impact, and I am extremely grateful for her care."

Thank you, Hailey, for sharing your positive experiences and recommending your MHO provider! We appreciate that you are taking care of yourself as well as giving this feedback!

* If you have a health/wellness story or testimony you would like to share, please reach out to Audra at abaird@myhealthonsite.com or wellness@pasco.k12.fl.us *

We would also like to give a "Shout-Out" to the following Pasco Schools/District employees for taking part in the Blood Drives in January: Katherine C, Christopher C, Kristopher M, Suzanne P, Robin P, Victoria H, Joseph G, Robert H. Thank you for participating and being on the Blood Donor Honor Roll!

Upcoming February blood drive dates:

Pasco High, Feb 4
Pasco Schools Maintenance, New Port Richey, Feb 20

Call Center Phone # 727.353.3000

Hours of Operation:

The Call Center will be open to take appointments Monday–Friday from 8am to 5pm.

Face-to-Face, Televisit (via Video), and Telephonic (via Telephone) appointments are available.

If assistance is needed after hours, you will be re-routed to our 24-hour nurse line for ongoing patient services.

Call Center Support, Healow App Sign-Up, & Patient Portal Instructions

Questions & Answers about the new insurance plan, new insurance ID cards, primary care physicians, specialists, and pharmacy. Please click below for the full Q&A article.

Full Patty's Points Article

Neither Pasco Schools nor MHO recommends, endorses, warrants or guarantees any specific vendor, product or service available under or through the Blue365 Program or Site.

Must be a registered member of Florida Blue365

Click Here to Access All Blue365 Discounts

Fitness Your Way Discount Program

Gyms starting at $19/month with limited-time $0 Enrollment Fee. Choose from EoS Fitness, Planet Fitness, Crunch Fitness, 24 Hour Fitness, and a limited number of YMCA locations

Gym Discount

The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a benefit program intended to ensure a healthy work environment for all staff. Through a partnership between Pasco County Schools and Lucet (our behavioral health care provider), our employees will have access to enhanced services. These services include counseling and referral for personal or work-related issues, health coaching, legal and financial consultation, and a wealth of online resources.

Click here for more information about EAP

Lucet Employee Assistance Program

A free confidential tool to help you overcome life challenges and live a happy, balanced life.

When logging in, use company code: Pasco

Click here to access Lucet

Work well. Live well. Here are simple tips to help you listen better, speak clearly, and build trust with the people around you. In addition to these tips, the brochure linked below includes EAP webinar options, with registration available via the embedded QR code (found by clicking on the "calendar" options toward the bottom of the page).

Communications brochure.

Strengthen Your Connections & Communications

Self-Service Scheduling with Lucet:

You can now schedule counseling sessions directly through the Lucet EAP call center. The call center clinicians will personally assist in booking appointments for anxiety, ADHD, depression, grief, relationship/family issues, and work stress. These appointments can be booked in minutes, with most sessions available as soon as 24 hours later.

Self-Service Scheduling Information

Self-Service Scheduling FAQ's

Video for Self-Service Scheduling

Wellness isn't limited to present physical health; planning for future retirement goals is just as important. Make sure you understand the retirement options available to you. Reach out to one of the District's Retirement Services Specialists to schedule an appointment (virtual or telephone) via the button below.

Click Here for the District's Retirement Services