- Healthy Boiler workshops are free to all benefits-eligible faculty and staff and dependents covered on a Purdue medical plan.
- Registration for all workshops can be done via the Healthy Boiler portal unless otherwise specified. All registrations are due by the day before the event’s start date unless otherwise specified.
- All Healthy Boiler workshops are virtual and often include a Zoom link.
Upcoming Workshop Information
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Retirement: The Risk of Anxiety and Depression |
*This is part of the Fall 2023 Road to Retirement conference. Sign up via the Road to Retirement website or via the Healthy Boiler Portal prior to the start of the session.
This workshop will educate those headed into retirement on the risk factors of depression and anxiety, the warnings signs of both as well as coping mechanisms and how to be proactive in regard to these mental health concerns.
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Retirement: The Risk of Anxiety and Depression September 28, 1 – 2 p.m. ET |
*This is part of the Fall 2023 Road to Retirement conference. Sign up via the Road to Retirement website or via the Healthy Boiler Portal prior to the start of the session.
This workshop will educate those headed into retirement on the risk factors of depression and anxiety, the warnings signs of both as well as coping mechanisms and how to be proactive in regard to these mental health concerns.
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Staying Connected in Retirement September 28, 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. ET |
*This is part of the Fall 2023 Road to Retirement conference. Sign up via the Road to Retirement website or via the Healthy Boiler Portal prior to the start of the session.
Learn about how maintain social connections and being involved in the community after retirement can improve physical health, mental health, slow cognitive decline and help us age better.
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Healthy Aging September 29, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
September 29, noon – 1 p.m. ET Jessica McKeever, registered dietitian at the Center for Healthy Living, will cover various dimensions of wellness for those entering retirement. Topics include nutrition, strength training, smoking/alcohol use, regular doctor visits, leisure activities and cognitive health.
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121 Strong October 4 – October 25, 3-4 p.m. |
One to One Strong is a 4-week group coaching program designed to teach the fundamentals of resistance training and guide you as you create individualized resistance training program that is realistic, manageable, and will contribute to your overall health and fitness goals. Each class will include both an educational and active component.
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Leveraging Pharmacy Resources October 9, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
Join Trexie Rudd, clinical pharmacist at the Center for Healthy Living (CHL) on Purdue’s West Lafayette campus, from noon to 1 p.m. on October 9 as she discusses how individuals can maximize the benefits available to them via pharmacies.
During the “Leveraging Pharmacy Resources” workshop, Rudd will discuss the following topics:
- Using copay cards to help with prescription costs
- Immunizations
- Getting blood pressure checks at pharmacies
- Asking pharmacists about over-the-counter (OTC) medication drug interactions
- CHL- and PUP-specific details
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Self-Compassion October 12, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
We all are compassionate people, yet we tend to exclude ourselves from our own circle of care. And that has consequences as far as our happiness and how we affect those around us. Research shows that cultivating self-compassion can help with stress and burnout and enhance well-being. And it’s not that hard to do. Jon Walker is a retired physician that found these practices extremely helpful and now devotes himself to offering trainings on the subject. In this session we’ll explore what self-compassion is and why it is so hard to be kind to ourselves. We’ll then do some foundational practices designed to cultivate self-compassion even in the midst of difficulties.
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Know Your Numbers October 27, noon – 1 p.m. E |
You can’t manage what you don’t measure, which is why knowing your risk is critical to preventing disease. And knowing your risk starts with knowing your numbers. This presentation will help you understand the numbers associated with Blood Pressure, Cholesterol, Blood Sugar and Body Mass. Health coaches will show participants how to interpret their Healthy Boiler physical results and how you can positively affect your numbers.
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121 Stretch November 1 – November 29, 3 – 4 p.m. ET |
121 Stretch is a 4-week group coaching program designed to teach the fundamentals of flexibility training. You will gain the knowledge and tools to create an individualized flexibility training program that will be realistic, manageable and will contribute to your overall health and fitness goals. This program will be both educational and active.
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Staying Active Indoors November 16, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
As we enter the cold, dark months here in the mid-west, it is easy for our physical activity habits to fall by the wayside. Learn strategies and ideas to keep you motivated and active this winter!
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The Art of Kindness October 12, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
Kindness has been shown to increase self-esteem, empathy, compassion and improve mood. Learn strategies to be more intentional about practicing kindness in your life and turning it into a habit.
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Tobacco Cessation Program Nov. 30, Dec. 7,14, Jan. 4, 11, 18, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
Are you ready to quit smoking? Quitting greatly reduces the risk of developing smoking-related diseases. Smokers can and do quit smoking for good. Learn about strategies to help you quit and stay quit, and resources to help you avoid or waive the tobacco user premium as part of your Purdue health plan.
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Grief and Stress During the Holidays December 14, noon – 1 p.m. ET |
Learn how to process your grief and manage your stress during the holidays as we explore appropriate .
