The Community First Fox Cities Marathon presented by Miron Construction is just over a month away, and one of the ThedaCare half-marathon runners is a man who’s been working to get back on his feet and work towards a childhood dream. Joe Martin’s passion for […] Read more
Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Fall Plumbing Seminars Pg. 14 – Miron Construction: Leading on the Issues of Mental Health Awareness and Suicide Prevention
The Community First Fox Cities Marathon will hold in-person and virtual events for the 2021 race. The 30th annual marathon is scheduled for the weekend of Sept. 17-19. “We have been really watching what’s happening around the country in racing and people are pulling off […] Read more
Meredith Baciak, wellness coordinator for Miron Construction Co., Inc., has been named to the Wellness Council of Wisconsin’s (WCWI) 2020 Leaderboard: Champions of Employee Wellbeing. In her role, Meredith actively works with Miron employees to provide comprehensive and progressive health and wellness programs and services. […] Read more
Students at Appleton East High School have a new space dedicated to practicing mindfulness and improving mental health called the “Zen Den.” The room was constructed this year in response to recent research from the Fox Cities Life Study that found 12 percent of high schoolers in […] Read more
Twelve percent of high school students in the Fox Cities Region attempted suicide in the past year, and at Appleton East High School, with student enrollment at approximately 1,500, more than 1,049 counselor office visits were documented and the school experienced a fifteen percent increase […] Read more
In the Fox Cities Region, 12% of high school students attempted suicide in the past year. After learning from a local district that there was an urgent need to create a safe physical space inside Appleton East High School, where students could take time for […] Read more
According to the National Wellness Institute, wellness is defined as, “An active process through which people become aware of, and make choices toward, a more successful existence.” As human resource professionals, we’re always looking for new ways to enhance the company we work for. If you […] Read more
With the crazy holiday season upon us, it’s important to get adequate sleep. Being well-rested can positively impact your life in several ways: Restores alertness, memory, concentration, and the ability to learn Improves immunity Boosts ability to repair and build muscle May lessen depression and […] Read more
When it comes to coaching sessions, focus and safe spaces that allow open-minded thinking are critical. Successful sessions will tap into employees’ potential and self-awareness, resulting in a more motivated and inspired workforce. But, why walking sessions? We know that getting up and moving in […] Read more