Wellness Zoom Calendar
All Zooms for October 2026 :
CHANGE MONTH | 2026 : September | October | November | December
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Mindful Yoga
RUNS from September 30, 2026 thru November 4, 2026
Join Trish Hart, Yoga and mindfulness instructor for a 45 minute session of gentle yoga, meditation and breathwork to help you destress, relax, and restore at the end of your day. Please have a mat, blanket, and pillow to make your practice comfortable.
Download flyerProvider: Trish Hart, MBSR,Certified Yoga Teacher
Date and time detail:
Wednesday, October 7, 2026 @ 5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday, October 14, 2026 @ 5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday, October 21, 2026 @ 5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday, October 28, 2026 @ 5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday, November 4, 2026 @ 5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
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Ready, Set, Hike
RUNS from October 6, 2026 thru October 27, 2026
Ready, Set, Hike is your chance to ease into a more active lifestyle! Ready, Set, Hike is MIIA’s hiking prep program that introduces basic fundamentals for a successful hike and/or trail walk.The program is fun, informative and gives a training plan with flexible workouts that can be adjusted to your schedule. All levels of experience are welcome.
Download flyerProvider: Kerry McGinn, PT,Certified Yoga Teacher
Date and time detail:
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 @ 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday, October 13, 2026 @ 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 @ 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 @ 5:00 PM to 5:30 PM
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Dementia 101: Understanding Dementia & Communicating with Confidence
on October 7, 2026
Join Dr. Katie Wadland, PT, DPT, Board-Certified Geriatric Clinical Specialist and owner of Healthy Aging Physical Therapy, for an informative presentation designed to help you better understand dementia and support those living with it. This session will provide an overview of the most common types of dementia, how they differ, and the changes in thinking, memory, behavior, and communication that can occur over time. You'll also learn practical, evidence-based communication strategies to help you interact more effectively and compassionately with people living with dementia—whether they're a family member, friend, coworker, client, or someone you encounter in your community. Leave with a greater understanding of dementia, increased confidence in your interactions, and practical tools that can make everyday conversations less stressful and more meaningful for everyone involved. Instead of simply reviewing fall safety tips, you'll learn how your balance system actually works—including the important roles of your vision, inner ear (vestibular system), muscles, joints, and brain—and why changes in any of these systems can affect your stabilityThrough practical education and easy-to-apply strategies, you'll gain a better understanding of your own balance, recognize common reasons people lose stability as they age, and leave with actionable techniques to improve confidence, reduce fall risk, and stay active safely. Whether you've experienced a fall, feel unsteady, or simply want to be proactive about your health, this session will provide valuable insights to help you move with greater confidence.
Download flyerProvider: Katie Wadland
Time: 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
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Managing Menopause and Midlife Health
on October 13, 2026
Join us for a live event led by a Maven provider to learn essential insights about managing menopause and your health during midlife. Our Maven expert will share details on common symptoms and experiences during perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause and guidance for managing symptoms and overall health. This webinar is open to all employees. Maven is only open to MIIA/Blue Cross subscribers on an active plan.
Provider: Maven
Time: 12:00 PM to 1:00 PM
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RISE: Tools for Stress Resilience
RUNS from October 20, 2026 thru November 24, 2026
RISE is the signature stress management program at the renowned Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health. Combining Kripalu's 50 years of wellness leadership with a decade of scientific research, RISE uses evidence-based mind-body tools to help professionals in demanding environments build resilience. Through accessible exercises and authentic conversation, together we'll learn to navigate stress more skillfully through small choices, strategically placed throughout the day in ways that make a significant and sustainable difference on stress.
Download flyerProvider: Sam Chase, Certified Yoga Teacher
Date and time detail:
Tuesday, October 20, 2026 @ 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday, October 27, 2026 @ 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 3, 2026 @ 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 10, 2026 @ 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 17, 2026 @ 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday, November 24, 2026 @ 5:00 PM to 6:00 PM
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MIIA Book Club: Better Small Talk
on October 21, 2026
Are you interested in learning actionable verbal maneuvers for any phase of a conversation? If the answer is yes, join the October ‘26 MIIA book club, reading Better Small Talk. This book explores how to avoid awkwardness, put people at ease and how to build real rapport with relationships both new and old. You’ll learn dialogues, responses, questions and phrases that can help support you. The book is full of practical tips, tricks, and exercises to help you become more comfortable during conversations.
Download flyerProvider: Lori Lambert-Osburn
Provider: Emily Coderre, GFI,Certified Pilates Instructor
Time: 5:15 PM to 6:00 PM
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Gut Health 101: Building a Healthier Microbiome
on October 22, 2026
Learn how gut health can affect digestion, overall wellness, and daily health, with practical guidance for supporting a healthier microbiome. (This webinar is open to all employees. 2nd.MD is only open to MIIA/Blue Cross subscribers on an active plan.)
Provider: 2nd MD
Time: 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
