We are pleased to announce the Mobile Health Program Webinar Series – Summer 2020:

July 1, 2020 at 2:00pm – Self-Compassion 

July 8, 2020 at 2:00pm – Nutrition & Picky Eating (for parents of young children)

July 15, 2020 at 2:00pm – Stress, Recovery & Mindfulness

July 22, 2020 at 2:00pm – Nutrition & Diabetes

July 29, 2020 at 2:00pm – Domestic Violence -Recognizing and Referrals

August 5, 2020 at 2:00pm – Nutrition & Aging

This 6-week webinar series was hosted by the Mobile Health Program, a partnership between Highmark Blue Cross Blue Shield Delaware, Trinity Health – Saint Francis Healthcare, Lt. Governor’s Challenge, and the University of Delaware Partnership for Healthy Communities.

 


Missed a Webinar?

AUG 5: Nutrition & Aging

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This webinar discusses how we can remain healthful, vibrant and active as we age, and will provide older adults with lifelong tips to staying healthy through movement, eating healthy foods and portion control.

Presented by:

  • Anja Leefeldt, MS, RDN, LDN, FANDAssociate Instructor/Dietetic Internship Director @Department of Behavioral Health and Nutrition, University of Delaware
  • Ashley Lackey and Ashley Westerman, DTR, Dietetic Interns @Department of Behavioral Health and Nutrition, University of Delaware

 

JULY 29:  DOMESTIC VIOLENCE – RECOGNIZING & REFERRALS

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This webinar defines domestic violence and sexual violence, discusses the connection between violence and health, describes how to respond to someone who may be experiencing domestic or sexual violence, and identifies resources in the community that can help you or those you care about who are affected by domestic or sexual violence.

Presented by:

  • Courtney Winkler, DVS, Training & Outreach Coordinator, Delaware Coalition Against Domestic Violence
  • Megan Bittinger, DVS, Medical Community Engagement Liaison and Medical Legal Partnership Coordinator, YWCA Delaware’s Sexual Assault Response Center; Recent graduate from University of Delaware’s Domestic Violence Prevention and Services Concentration

JULY 22:  NUTRITION & DIABETES

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This webinar discusses how to change your diet to improve your health while living with Type 1 or Type 2 Diabetes. Discussion includes source of carbohydrates, carbohydrate counting, and tips for healthy food choices.

Presented by:

  • Anja Leefeldt, MS, RDN, LDN, FANDAssociate Instructor/Dietetic Internship Director @Department of Behavioral Health and Nutrition, University of Delaware
  • Ashley Lackey and Ashley Westerman, DTR, Dietetic Interns @Department of Behavioral Health and Nutrition, University of Delaware

JULY 15: STRESS, RECOVERY & MINDFULNESS

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This webinar is a  hands-on introduction to the effects of stress on our health and behavior, the importance of stress recovery and the central role of mindfulness in reducing and managing stress.

Presented by:

  • Michael Mackenzie, PhD,Associate Professor, Director, Mind Body Behavior Lab, Academic Director, Clinical Health Coaching, Department of Behavioral Health and Nutrition, College of Health Sciences, University of Delaware;
  • Alyssa Saienni, MS, Health Coach and Mindfulness Educator, Department of Behavioral Health and Nutrition, College of Health Sciences, University of Delaware (Health Promotion, MS, 2020); Clinical Health Coach; Registered Yoga Teacher, RYT-200; Certified Health Education Specialist, CHES

 

JULY 8: NUTRITION & PICKY EATING (for parents of young children)

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This webinar provided an interactive session on how parents can help their child create a positive relationship with food. Terms are defined related to “picky eating” child development, and discussion includes parent modeling, age appropriate kitchen activities and outdoor activities.

Presented by:

  • Anja Leefeldt, MS, RDN, LDN, FANDAssociate Instructor/Dietetic Internship Director @Department of Behavioral Health and Nutrition, University of Delaware
  • Ashley Lackey and Ashley Westerman, DTR, Dietetic Interns @Department of Behavioral Health and Nutrition, University of Delaware

 

JULY 1: SELF-COMPASSION

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This webinar discusses the three main components and offered insight and strategies to help participants begin to practice self-compassion. Self-compassion is demonstrating the same compassion you have for others to yourself. It involves acknowledging pain and suffering and responding with kindness. It is not self-pity or self-indulgence. Self-compassion meditation can help healing and improve self-confidence.

Presented by:

  • Tara Leonard, MS, NBC-HWC (Clinical Instructor/Clinical Health Coach; Clinical Health Coaching Research and Training Center, Clinic Director @Department of Behavioral Health & Nutrition College of Health Sciences, University of Delaware)
  • Dr. Kelsey Chambers, PsyD (Clinical Psychologist @Center for Counseling and Student Development, University of Delaware)
  • Diane Beneck, BSN, NBC-HWC (Clinical Instructor/Clinical Health Coach @Clinical Health Coaching Research & Training Center, University of Delaware)