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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. Those...
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 healthy...
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...
11 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. Those...
Are You Up to Date on Your Immunizations?
August is National Immunization Awareness Month, a time to highlight the importance of vaccination for people of all ages. Vaccination protects against severe illnesses and complications of vaccine-preventable diseases, including measles, polio, hepatitis,...
The Health Benefits of Camping
Millions of Americans enjoy camping each year, especially as temperatures rise and days get longer in the summer. Moreover, interest among noncampers has been growing steadily for years. According to a 2024 report by camping platform Dyrt, more than 20 million...
Nutrition Strategies for Hot Weather
"It’s the perfect time of year for a steaming plate of spaghetti," said no one ever in August. Hot food in hot weather is not always desirable, especially if you have to babysit a pot on the stove. With the rising temps, along with the increased costs of food and...
Food Around the Globe Challenge starts August 12
Get ready for your next team challenge! The Aetna Get Active – Food Around the Globe Challenge starts August 12. You’re about to begin a global journey in search of the perfect (and healthy) dish. As you add up steps, try recipes that’ll give you the stamina to finish...
Aloha! The Arc WC is hosting an employee wellness fair on June 21
Please join us for our annual Arc Employee Wellness Fair on Friday, June 21. Visit with local vendors, find out information about your health, check out the demonstrations, and enter prize drawings for gift cards, fitness classes, swimming and golf passes, nutrition...