• Covid Booster Clinic
• Overcoming Holiday Stress
• Horizon BCBS Webinar-Managing Diabetes and Pre Diabetes
•  Health Lectures
• Children Clothing Swap
• Employee Wellness Day – Tuesday, November 26, 2024
• Wellness Activities – Heart Health, Meditation, Strength Training, Yoga, – https://www.ramapo.edu/poerd/wellness-activities/
• NJECC – New Jersey Employees Charitable Campaign
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Covid Booster Clinic

November 6, 2024 – 10:00 – 12:00 pm in the POER Conference Room – please register:  https://forms.gle/ANKCzYRnDF2HLEtv7

Overcoming Holiday Stress

November 6th – 7:00 pm

Feeling overwhelmed during the holiday season? Looking to de-stress before the holidays? Please join the Intensive Family Support Services of Bergen County and NAMI Greater Bergen for a webinar on Wednesday, November 6th at 7 pm. Presenter Cristina Blasoni, DSW, LCSW, will be leading a discussion on how family members can cope better with life and familial stressors during the holidays, followed by a guided meditation to help get you through the busy season.

Click on the link below  to participate:

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81040862858?pwd=pHqlrMGizfDqgthhZbo3aRNclriIWI.1#success

Horizon BCBS Webinar-Managing Diabetes and Pre Diabetes

November 13 at Noon –

According to the American Diabetes Association, over 30 million Americans are living with diabetes. With numbers that high, chances are you or someone you love has been directly impacted. Join Horizon BCBS for a  webinar for SHBP members on November 13th at noon. Please register at the link below:

https://horizonsalestraining.webex.com/webappng/sites/horizonsalestraining/meeting/register/d5ff0f16db1e4023939a7c037b0f7fbf?ticket=4832534b0000000756c164f72257a015584ad2cc8eec443ec784b69f99a7f99f62409654e277462b&timestamp=1730148736368&RGID=r35185dc788c9e50fad0e7f9e368cfb4c

 Health Lectures

Men’s Health Lecture – November 18 at 12 pm in AC 012

This learning session is designed to raise awareness about common health issues that affect the male population and promote preventive care and healthy living.  By the end of this session, the participants should be able to:

• Describe the key aspects of men’s health, including common health issues.
• Recognize the importance of preventive care.
• Identify strategies for maintaining physical and mental well-being
• Know the resources and services available for support and information.

The speaker Chris de la Victoria, Assistant Professor Nursing,  is a nurse educator with experience in neuroscience, mental health, emergency/trauma, and nursing education. He is a board-certified emergency and medical-surgical nurse, actively involved in Nursing organizations and community outreach activities. His passion for quality improvement drives his commitment to advancing clinical practice through education and research.  Please register at the following link:  https://forms.gle/tQTaH7qtM9FFA5c27

COPD lecture – November 25 at 12 pm in AC 012

Natasha Carew, DNP, ACNP-BC, PMHNP-BC, Associate Professor  will discuss the signs and symptoms of COPD causes of COPD,  how the lungs work and what goes wrong in COPD, healthy lungs vs. COPD, Chronic Bronchitis,  Emphysema, how is COPD diagnosed, treatment and management of COPD, living with COPD and preventing flare-ups and self-care tips for COPD.  Please register at the following link:  https://forms.gle/tQTaH7qtM9FFA5c27

Children Clothing Swap

November 20, from 11am-2pm  in The Trustees’ Pavilion, Room 3

The Working Parents of Ramapo Affinity Group will be hosting a clothing swap on Wednesday, November 20, from 11am-2pm  in The Trustees’ Pavilion, Room 3.The group is accepting washed clothing in good condition with no stains or holes, toys and gear for newborns to age 12.  All students, faculty and staff are welcome and encouraged to bring what you can  and  take what you need.

Employee Wellness Day – Tuesday, November 26, 2024

*Onsite Vision exams and Glasses for purchase – 10 am-1 pm SC 156-157
One stop shopping for discount glasses. Examinations will be conducted at the College and
processed through insurance. You may purchase contact and glasses at discounted rates.
Advance registration is required
https://optical-academy.com/events/ramapo-college-wellness-fair/
*A minimum of 30 participants are required. Exams will be processed through insurance.
Glasses are on a self-pay basis and are eligible for partial reimbursement for lenses through
the Benefits office if your benefits have not been previously exhausted.  Additional information:  Vision Flier, Optical Academy Lens pricing sheet

Massage or Reflexology
10 am-1 pm Friends Hall
10 minute massages and 10 minute reflexology appointments will be available by appointment
on a first -come-first-serve basis. Employees may register for one or the other to allow for
participation by others. Please register at the following link:  https://veribook.com/ew.jsp?cpUserId=28720&cpAlias=wUHprgqrhx3262&mobileSupport=true

Stress Management Workshop
10 am-SC 158
Please register at the following link:  https://forms.gle/sTik5t9gUHEd1aEQ8

Health Screenings
11am-2 pm
Friends Hall
Free Blood pressure, cholesterol and glucose screenings performed by Hackensack Meridian Health
Registration not required.

Investing for Success – 5 principles of investing for success whether you are saving for retirement or other important goals

11 am-SC 158 TIAA-CREF-Joe DelGrande

We will review the 5 principles of investing for success whether you are saving for retirement or
other important goals.  During the session, we will explore:

 How you can use time as an advantage for retirement
 Review the tax-savings options
 Review different contribution strategies
 Choose an appropriate investment mix aligned to your goals
 Commit to an annual retirement check up
Helps people understand the steps they need to take to maximize their retirement plans so that
they can replace their income in retirement.

Please register at the following link:  https://forms.gle/sTik5t9gUHEd1aEQ8

Yoga
Noon-Dance Studio
Please register at the following link:  https://forms.gle/sTik5t9gUHEd1aEQ8

Saving for Retirement
Empower-Jordan Swartz
1 pm-SC 158
Empower, formerly Prudential, is the sponsor of the Deferred Compensation 457b plan here at
Ramapo. The plan offers New Jersey public employees a valuable way to save for retirement. It
allows you to contribute pre-tax or Roth after-tax dollars, reducing taxable income or growing
savings tax-free. The plan features a variety of investment options and penalty-free withdrawals
after separation of service from Ramapo. You can take advantage of an easy and affordable
way to grow your retirement savings more effectively. Jordan will be presenting on the highlights
and benefits of enrolling in the plan to help secure your retirement future.

Please register at the following link: https://forms.gle/sTik5t9gUHEd1aEQ8

SPIN Class
2 pm-Dance Studio
limited to 15 participants based on bike availability. Please register at the following link:  https://forms.gle/sTik5t9gUHEd1aEQ8

Tai Chi Class

3:00 – York Room

Please register at the following link:  https://forms.gle/sTik5t9gUHEd1aEQ8

Wellness Activities – Heart Health, Meditation, Strength Training, Yoga, – https://www.ramapo.edu/poerd/wellness-activities/

NJECC – New Jersey Employees Charitable Campaign

Please click here for more information: What is NJECC, Help Others

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Public Service Loan Forgiveness: Help Employees Achieve Their Financial Goals

For more information click:  https://www.publicservicepromise.org/

PERC Proposed Readoption, with amendments, N.J.A.C. 19:12A

PERC Readoption of NJAC 19:12A

Proposal