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November Wellness Initiative: Men's Health Matters

Small Changes. Stronger Health. Better Connections.

November is Men's Health Awareness Month, providing an opportunity to focus on the physical, mental, social, and emotional wellbeing of men while promoting health and wellness for all employees.

Many health challenges can be improved through small, sustainable changes. Whether it's making time for movement, connecting with others, prioritizing sleep, attending regular health appointments, or reaching out for support, every positive step contributes to overall wellbeing

Ways Men Can Support Their Health

Consider making one small change this month:

  • Schedule a routine health check-up or preventative screening.
  • Add more movement to your day with a walk, workout, or recreational activity.
  • Prioritize sleep and recovery.
  • Take time to manage stress through mindfulness, hobbies, or time outdoors.
  • Reach out to a friend, colleague, or family member and stay connected.
  • Talk openly about mental health and seek support when needed.

How We Can All Support the Men in Our Lives

Creating a supportive community benefits everyone. Consider:

  • Checking in with a colleague, friend, or family member.
  • Encouraging healthy habits and work-life balance.
  • Listening without judgment when someone needs to talk.
  • Inviting someone to join you for a walk, coffee, lunch, or activity.
  • Helping reduce stigma around seeking support for physical or mental health concerns.

Resources and Supports

Remember, support is available. Employees are encouraged to explore available wellness resources, health benefits, mental health supports, recreational opportunities, and employee wellbeing programs from Homewood Health, Manulife and Teledoc Health.

Call to Action

Reaching out for help is a sign of strength, and early support can make a meaningful difference.

If you haven’t yet, join our Fall Movement Challenge!

Resources and education materials

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HEALING: Making Space for What You’re Carrying

There isn’t one right way to heal. For some it’s talking things through; for others, reflection, community, spiritual practices, or cultural traditions.

This month’s article explores those different paths — and the importance of moving at a pace that feels right for you.

馃敆 See how support can respect your experience and pace

 

Beyond Diets: Sustainable Weight Management Strategies

Whether it be optimizing nutrition and hydration status, weight management goals, managing a chronic health condition, or another goal that impacts your health, understanding the role of nutrition is essential to ensuring safe and positive outcomes. This webinar will explore some foundations to consider when making lifestyles changes that could impact your health by highlighting some key concepts and clarify some common misconceptions.

You'll learn about:
  1. Evidence informed nutrition concepts to help you achieve your long-term goals
  2. Considerations when it comes to weight management
  3. Risks associated with restrictive and fad diets
  4. Practical and helpful ideas you can start incorporating today
Thursday, November 12, 2026 | 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM (EST)

 

Homewood Health - EFAP Newsletters


Life Lines: November 2026 - Children and Social Media Setting Healthy Boundaries | Resources

Vitality (Manager and Supervisor - supporting employees): 

Quarter 4 | Trauma-Informed Leadership Building Trust, Safety, and Support in the Workplace.

Archived articles: Employee health promotion newsletter

Health & well-being awareness campaigns

January Mental Health July Respect in the workplace & harassment prevention
February Healthy Heart August Trauma informed care
March Women's Health September Work-life balance
April Financial Wellness October Nutrition Awareness
May Cancer Prevention November Men's health
June EDI Awareness December Self-care

 

Please contact health.disability.wellness@ufv.ca if you have any ideas to share or questions.

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