Wellness Program

Mind ~ Body ~ Wellness 


This program was implemented in January 1995 by the MPA Board of Directors. Through this program, MPA offers information and hands-on instruction towards leading healthier lives to the employees of our Members. The program is directed by Linda Cox who can be contacted at (925) 433-5786 or awylie@mpa-nc.com. The goal is to provide high-quality on-site programs to improve employees’ health and sense of well-being, while limiting the high cost of healthcare.
 

The Wellness Program was enhanced in Fiscal Year 2018-19 to include the addition of several services

  • Wellness Fair: The annual wellness fairs include Non-Fasting Total Cholesterol/HDL/Glucose Screenings, Blood Pressure Screenings, Osteoporosis Screenings, Fitness Testing, Body Composition Testing, Stretch Testing, and Chair Massages.
  • CPR, First Aid & AED Training: MPA annually provides member cities with a CPR, First Aid & AED training class.
  • Spring Walk-n-Lunch: The Spring Walk-n-Lunch is open to all employees who want to join their co-workers on a selected date for a noon-time walk. After the walk, MPA provides lunch to all who participate.
  • Chair Massage Day (spring and fall): MPA provides two chair massage days each year for the member cities' employees. MPA hosts a three-hour session of chair massage days.
  • Fitness Classes: MPA provides member cities with fitness days every year. Fitness classes are a great way for employees to learn new exercise techniques that encourage Mind-Body-Wellness.


The Wellness Program was enhanced in Fiscal Year 2023-24 to include the addition of the following services:

  • Fall Walk-n-Lunch: The Fall Walk-n-Lunch is open to all employees who want to join their co-workers on a selected date for a walk. After the walk, MPA provides lunch to all who participate.
  • Spring/Fall Walking Challenge: The Walking Challenge allows employees to earn points for their team by walking for a month. This encourages team building and healthy movements. All employees can participate.
  • Mindful Meditation: MPA Provides an hour block of time for meditation sessions. Currently, there will be a three 15-minute sessions within the hour. In the future, the length of sessions will be adjusted based on Members' needs.
  • Wellness Seminars: Members of the Wellness Program indicated an interest in access to in-person wellness seminars. MPA has partnered with John Muir and Kaiser to provide 30-minute to 1-hour sessions.

FACT: Employees who lead healthy lifestyles, use less sick time and are generally happier, and more productive employees.

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  1. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) through Claremont

    MPA’s EAP program administered through Claremont was established in 2000 and provides employees assistance with relationship issues, stress, anxiety, depression and other emotional health issues. Clinical support can be accessed by face-to-face counseling, telephonic consultations or web-video consultations.

  2. Health & Wellness provided by Sedgwick

    Sedgwick provides information that focuses in improving employee wellness.