Candy Corn to Candy Cane Challenge starts October 26

The holidays are here, and it’s time to celebrate!  This challenge will help you stay focused on your well-being while enjoying all the fun this time of year has to offer. The challenge starts on October 26 and ends on December 7, and you will work with teammates to...

12 Ways to Save on Prescription Medications

Are you worried about managing prescription drug costs? Here are some resources that may be able to help. Many of these tips can help lower your costs, whether you have health insurance through The Arc WC or another source – or even have no insurance at all....

Open Enrollment for 2027 starts November 9!

This message is for employees of The Arc of Washington County and their eligible family members: Open Enrollment at The Arc of Washington County will take place the week of November 9 through 13, 2026. Do you know that your benefits do not automatically roll over into...

Introducing Wellable

Wellable is our new all-in-one employee wellness platform designed to help you thrive! Wellable takes a holistic approach to wellbeing to support your physical, mental, and emotional health. You’ll find interactive challenges, educational content, and tools to support...

What Are Prebiotics?

We’re learning more about the important role of the gut microbiome –- the millions of bacteria that populate our intestines, a.k.a. “guts” –- in promoting good health. The gut microbiome contains both helpful and potentially harmful bacteria, and when the...

Kale 101: Everything You Need to Know

Kale is awesome. No really, it is! Kale is full of filling fiber, healthful nutrients, and robust flavor. Enjoying kale all comes down to knowing what it is and how to prepare it well. So let’s take a closer look at this marvelous green… Types of Kale When...

Grilled Veggies and Feta

Grilled Veggies and Feta Mix and match with your favorites from the farmers market to use a variety of summer vegetables along with feta cheese and herbs. 1 eggplant1 zucchini1 yellow summer squash1/2 bunch asparagus1 cup cherry tomatoes1 ounce feta cheese (1 ounce)2...

Time Machine – Registration Open July 28

Get ready for your next team challenge! The Aetna Get Active – Time Machine Challenge starts August 11. Ever wonder how we got here? How the human race came to be,that is. How we went from hunters and gatherers in Africa to billions of people living on every...

Summer Ratatouille is a Perfect Taste of Summer

Summer Ratatouille is a Perfect Taste of Summer This is a summer edition of ratatouille using summer squash, cherry tomatoes, onions, and seasonings. 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil1/2 onion (sliced)2 cloves garlic (peeled, minced)1 bell pepper (cored and cubed)2...

Celebrate Maryland at The Arc WC Employee Wellness Fair on June 20th

Please join us for our annual Arc Employee Wellness Fair on Friday, June 20. Visit with local vendors, find out information about your health, check out the demonstrations, enjoy a free chair massage, and enter prize drawings for gift cards, fitness classes, swimming...