{"id":9826,"date":"2024-03-12T08:00:22","date_gmt":"2024-03-12T08:00:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/elcicgsi.ca\/?p=9826"},"modified":"2024-10-17T18:01:07","modified_gmt":"2024-10-17T18:01:07","slug":"march-benefits-newsletter-7","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/?p=9826","title":{"rendered":"March 2024 Benefits"},"content":{"rendered":"[vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; top_padding=&#8221;0&#8243; bottom_padding=&#8221;0&#8243; top_margin=&#8221;0&#8243; bottom_margin=&#8221;0&#8243; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; class=&#8221;enews&#8221; advanced_gradient_angle=&#8221;0&#8243; 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border_left_tablet=&#8221;3&#8243; border_left_phone=&#8221;3&#8243; column_border_color=&#8221;#87b943&#8243; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; column_padding_type=&#8221;advanced&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text]<span style=\"color: #000000;\"><em>\u201cI am grateful for the Short-Term Disability (STD) benefit through my ELCIC Group Benefits Plan for assisting me through a difficult period and not adding extra stress or responsibilities during my period of illness.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><em>I was pleasantly surprised when the application process for STD was fast and efficient. Neither my employer nor I struggled financially during my leave.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><em>Thank you, GSI, for this benefit!\u201d<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\"><span style=\"color: #000000;\"><em>\u2013Rostered Plan Member\u2021<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;byline&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1708877562223{margin-top: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}&#8221;]by Lisa Thiessen<br \/>\nExecutive Director, GSI[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1709591280000{margin-bottom: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 10px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221; el_class=&#8221;enews&#8221;]When the GSI Office received this appreciative note from a Plan Member who used the Short-Term Disability (STD) benefit of the ELCIC Group Benefits Plan, we were reminded that it&#8217;s been a while since we last wrote about this benefit in the GSI newsletter. A 2023 Benefits Canada Health Survey found that only <strong>43% of workplaces in Canada report having this benefit<\/strong>. We in the ELCIC are fortunate to have it! Employers who don\u2019t have STD expect their employees to apply for the disability benefit under the government Employment Insurance or to use their sick (or vacation) days.<\/p>\n<p>STD is not something that people use often, so if you&#8217;re not sure what steps would be required should you need a medical absence from your employment, you&#8217;re not alone. The GSI Office is <strong>always happy to help you<\/strong> figure out what your benefits are and how to access them. It\u2019s also a good idea to<strong> review the Plan information on the GSI website<\/strong> now and then to make the best use of your available benefits.<\/p>\n<p><strong>When a medical event occurs, <\/strong>you may experience additional anxiety and not know what to do. Here is some information that may help you understand when and how to use this particular benefit. We hope that knowing the steps will help provide <strong>peace of mind<\/strong> so that if you find yourself needing to take a medical absence, <strong>you will be able to focus on getting well<\/strong> rather than worrying about paperwork and income.<\/p>\n<h3>What is the purpose of STD?<\/h3>\n<p>Your Plan provides <strong>financial support if you are unable to work due to illness or injury<\/strong>. We attend to this program in a<strong> caring and compassionate manner<\/strong> and <strong>strive to minimize the stress<\/strong> to you in navigating the application process. It is important to use your Plan to <strong>support your wellness<\/strong> and enable you to be productive at work.[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;enews&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1709092301294{padding-bottom: 10px !important;}&#8221;]\n<h3>About the Benefit<\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/short-term-disability.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-9870 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/short-term-disability-300x300.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"300\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/short-term-disability-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/short-term-disability-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/short-term-disability-140x140.jpg 140w, https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/short-term-disability-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/short-term-disability-350x350.jpg 350w, https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/short-term-disability.jpg 500w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<p>On approval, the <strong>Plan will reimburse your Employer for 70%<\/strong> of your pre-leave Salary. Your Employer will continue to administer your pay at the new rate and make all the normal statutory deductions.<\/p>\n<p>Your ELCIC Pension Plan contributions will continue based on the new pay, and your ELCIC Group Benefits Plan will also continue.<\/p>\n<p>The Plan kicks in <strong>after a two-week medical absence<\/strong>. During that time, please look to the Sick Time Policy in the National Compensation Guidelines.<\/p>\n<p>This Benefit is available for<strong> a maximum of 15 week<\/strong>s after the initial two-weeks. If you are not able to return to work after the 15 weeks, GSI will reach out with information on the <strong>process to apply for Long-Term Disability<\/strong> about six weeks before the transition.<\/p>\n<h3>Early Notification Is Key<\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s vital to talk to your physician and<strong> start the process as soon as you can<\/strong> to promote your health and <strong>avoid any delay in your pay<\/strong> while waiting for approval. That means if you have a surgery scheduled that is likely to require time off work, you can contact GSI when you know the date. Likewise, if you develop a serious illness that seems like it may not be resolved in two weeks, please let us know! We won&#8217;t feel like our time was wasted preparing for a medical absence that ended up not being necessary. It&#8217;s <strong>better to prepare<\/strong> just in case.<\/p>\n<h3>The Steps<\/h3>\n[\/vc_column_text][toggles style=&#8221;default&#8221; border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221;][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;Steps to Apply&#8221;][vc_column_text]Here are the steps to follow when, for medical reasons and <strong>on the advice of your physician<\/strong>, you are not able to work.<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>First, <strong>report your absence to your Employer<\/strong>,* saying that you are unable to work for medical reasons on the advice of your physician. You should also advise them of your expected length of absence and possible return to work date, if known.<\/li>\n<li>Your <strong>Employer will then contact GSI<\/strong>, and we will start your claim. GSI will send information to you and your employer about the Plan and the process. If you would also like to discuss your absence with GSI and have questions, please call or email us. We are here to assist you.<\/li>\n<li>Next, <strong>you will be contacted by Windley Ely<\/strong>, an independent company specializing in medical absences. All your communications with Windley Ely are <strong>confidential<\/strong>. They will talk to you about your absence and provide <strong>forms<\/strong> for you and your physician that will need to be completed.<\/li>\n<li>After <strong>reviewing the medical support<\/strong> provided by your physician, Windley Ely will advise your Employer and GSI of their recommendation for approval. If more information is needed to approve the claim, they will let you know what is missing.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><em>*Your &#8220;Employer&#8221; may be your Council Chair or designate.\u00a0<\/em>[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;Steps Once Approved&#8221;][vc_column_text]\n<ol>\n<li>You are expected to <strong>actively follow any treatment recommendations<\/strong> while receiving the Benefit from the Plan. We encourage you to participate in seeking rehabilitation supports to bring you back to good health.<\/li>\n<li>After an approval is granted, <strong>updated medical information<\/strong> is typically required after a set time period, unless you are to return to work at that time.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/toggle][toggle color=&#8221;Default&#8221; heading_tag=&#8221;default&#8221; heading_tag_functionality=&#8221;default&#8221; title=&#8221;Getting Back to Work&#8221;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;enews&#8221;]The goal of the Plan is to support your successful<strong>\u00a0return to work when you are medically able to do so<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>In some cases, an\u00a0<strong>accommodation<\/strong>, determined by your physician, may be needed. Windley Ely will review this and communicate it to your Employer to determine its feasibility.<\/li>\n<li>Some medical situations require a\u00a0<strong>gradual return to work<\/strong>. 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column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/3&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;byline&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1708551618904{margin-top: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">submitted by<br \/>\nDeacon Gretchen Peterson<br \/>\nAssistant to the Bishop,<br \/>\nYouth &amp; Leadership[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_position=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; pointer_events=&#8221;all&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1702226700129{padding-right: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner top_padding_desktop=&#8221;0&#8243; bottom_padding_desktop=&#8221;0&#8243; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; 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Everything is on the table, and many options are being investigated.<\/p>\n<p>With Continuing Education Plan (CEP) money, I was able to get <strong>support and direction from a clergy coach<\/strong>: five one-hour-long sessions that included specific identified areas to reflect on and followed by homework.<\/p>\n<p>The clergy coach helped me <strong>articulate where I am as a pastor<\/strong> in conversations of redevelopment and <strong>supported me through leading church council<\/strong> as they lead the congregation.<\/p>\n<p>Clergy coaching helped:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>lower my anxiety<\/strong>,<\/li>\n<li>process <strong>each step<\/strong> of a plan,<\/li>\n<li><strong>articulate needs<\/strong> and wants, and<\/li>\n<li>support me in the work being done.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This link explains what clergy coaching is and outlines the Eastern Synod&#8217;s encouragement for clergy to access it: <a href=\"https:\/\/easternsynod.org\/clergycoaching\/\">https:\/\/easternsynod.org\/clergycoaching\/<\/a>[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;Small Line&#8221; 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css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1708555547747{margin-top: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}&#8221;]My <a href=\"https:\/\/bemindfullywell.com\/\">Be Mindfully Well<\/a> coaching sessions are <strong>Enneagram-based<\/strong>, with a key focus on being in touch with what is happening in my<strong> head, heart and gu<\/strong>t.<\/p>\n<p>I have used the one-on-one time to:<\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_9854\" style=\"width: 310px\" class=\"wp-caption alignright\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/nine-personality-types-on-blackboard.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-9854\" class=\"wp-image-9854 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/nine-personality-types-on-blackboard-300x224.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"224\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/nine-personality-types-on-blackboard-300x224.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/nine-personality-types-on-blackboard-768x573.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/nine-personality-types-on-blackboard.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-9854\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">enneagram<\/p><\/div>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>prepare<\/strong> for tense meetings,<\/li>\n<li><strong>navigate<\/strong> difficult interpersonal relationships,<\/li>\n<li><strong>get unstuck<\/strong> from complex projects,<\/li>\n<li><strong>deal with uncomfortable moments<\/strong>, and<\/li>\n<li>do <strong>vocational discernment<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>I find that coaching helps me to see the <strong>options I have for addressing challenges<\/strong>. It also lets me <strong>appreciate the great cloud of witnesses\/colleague<\/strong>s who are making the ministry journey with me. Coaching has enabled me to <strong>move from judgement to curiosity<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<p>By helping me to <strong>feel more grounded<\/strong>, coaching prepares me to be more present in the moment and to <strong>react in healthier ways<\/strong> to stressful, frustrating, or surprising situations.[\/vc_column_text][divider line_type=&#8221;Small Line&#8221; line_alignment=&#8221;center&#8221; line_thickness=&#8221;2&#8243; divider_color=&#8221;extra-color-1&#8243; custom_height=&#8221;3&#8243;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_custom_heading text=&#8221;To be eligible for CEP funding, the Life Coach must be certified. The coaching also has to be related to the Plan Member&#8217;s employment. 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desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color=&#8221;#ffffff&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; column_padding_type=&#8221;advanced&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;byline&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1708564024620{margin-top: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 10px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p style=\"text-align: right;\">by Lisa Thiessen<br \/>\nExecutive Director, GSI[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;enews&#8221;]Recently, I listened to an interview on a news show where they <strong>recommended reviewing your will every three to five years<\/strong>. It got me thinking about what else should be checked in connection with this idea. What immediately came to mind is the beneficiaries on the group life insurance.<\/p>\n<p>Back in January, GSI sent out the ELCIC Pension Plan statements, which list the <a href=\"https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/?page_id=9963\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">beneficiaries<\/a> for your pension account; in the cover note, members were asked to review those. It&#8217;s important to be aware that those names <strong>do not need to be the same<\/strong> as those whom you selected to have as beneficiary\/ies on your life insurance. You may not have reviewed your choice since you first enrolled in the Plan.<\/p>\n<p>Especially if you have <strong>experienced a life event<\/strong> \u2014 such getting married or divorced, children becoming adults, or the death of a spouse \u2014 you might want to take a moment to check who you have named and whether that still makes sense.<\/p>\n<p>Please contact the GSI Office if you would like a memory refresh on who your life insurance beneficiary is, and we will let you know. If you would like to make a change, you can complete <a href=\"https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Life-Beneficiary-Designation-form.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this form<\/a> from our website, or we can send it to you.<\/p>\n<p>A couple of points that may be of interest:<br \/>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Family.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-9855 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Family-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Family-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Family-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Family-900x600.jpg 900w, https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Family.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>the entitlement of any<strong> beneficiary who predeceases you<\/strong> will revert to your surviving beneficiaries in equal shares \u2014 not the heirs of the deceased beneficiary<\/li>\n<li>you may designate a <strong>contingent beneficiary\/ies<\/strong> to receive any proceeds if all the primary beneficiary\/ies named should die before you. Contingent beneficiaries do not receive any entitlement if there is a surviving primary beneficiary.<\/li>\n<li>if there is no surviving beneficiary and if you have not named a contingent beneficiary or the contingent beneficiary is also deceased, then <strong>your estate becomes the contingent beneficiary<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>If you are wondering who you should name, consider<strong> who would suffer the most financially if you were not here<\/strong>. If no one is financially connected to you, then you could name someone (<strong>or a registered charity<\/strong>) who is important to you.[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row type=&#8221;in_container&#8221; full_screen_row_position=&#8221;middle&#8221; column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_color=&#8221;rgba(0,0,0,0.05)&#8221; scene_position=&#8221;center&#8221; bottom_padding=&#8221;0&#8243; text_color=&#8221;dark&#8221; text_align=&#8221;left&#8221; row_border_radius=&#8221;20px&#8221; row_border_radius_applies=&#8221;bg&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; id=&#8221;webinar&#8221; advanced_gradient_angle=&#8221;0&#8243; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; shape_divider_position=&#8221;bottom&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221; 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background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221; column_padding_type=&#8221;advanced&#8221; gradient_type=&#8221;default&#8221;][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;enews&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1709673730870{margin-top: 0px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;border-bottom-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 10px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 10px !important;}&#8221;]\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW112058220 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-CA\" xml:lang=\"EN-CA\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW112058220 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"No Spacing\">Sleep plays a pivotal role in maintaining cognitive function, emotional well-being, and overall physical health. A lack of sufficient, restorative sleep can lead to a multitude of challenges, including heightened stress levels, increased anxiety, and depression, significantly affecting your day-to-day life. Learn more about sleep in the full <a href=\"https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/Your-March-Wellness-Newsletter-__-Votre-bulletin-dinformation-sur-le-bien-etre-de-mars.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">March HumanaCare newsletter<\/a>.\u00a0<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"TextRun SCXW112058220 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-CA\" xml:lang=\"EN-CA\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW112058220 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"No Spacing\">Join <\/span><span class=\"SpellingError SCXW112058220 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"No Spacing\">clinical psychologist <span class=\"TextRun SCXW121993054 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-CA\" xml:lang=\"EN-CA\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW121993054 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"No Spacing\">Kayleigh-Ann Clegg<\/span><\/span><\/span><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW112058220 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"No Spacing\"> for this month&#8217;s <strong>expert webinar<\/strong>. In it, we will explore how to navigate the intricacies of sleep issues and offer practical solutions to improve your sleep quality and enhance your overall health.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/insomnia.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-9852 size-medium alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/insomnia-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/insomnia-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/dev.elcicgsi.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/insomnia.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>The question addressed in the webinar is:<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: center;\"><strong><span class=\"TextRun SCXW90128879 BCX8\" lang=\"EN-CA\" xml:lang=\"EN-CA\" data-contrast=\"auto\"><span class=\"NormalTextRun SCXW90128879 BCX8\" data-ccp-parastyle=\"No Spacing\">\u201cRecently, I&#8217;ve noticed a significant increase in difficulty falling asleep and staying asleep. It&#8217;s starting to impact my daily life and overall well-being. What can I do?\u201d<\/span><\/span> <\/strong><\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">Date: Wednesday, March 20<br \/>\nTime: 12:00 &#8211; 12:30 pm ET<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: left;\">As always, the webinar will be recorded. You&#8217;ll be able to access the recording through the registration button below.<\/p>\n[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_row_inner column_margin=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_tablet=&#8221;default&#8221; column_direction_phone=&#8221;default&#8221; text_align=&#8221;center&#8221; row_position=&#8221;default&#8221; row_position_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; row_position_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; pointer_events=&#8221;all&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1702227951122{margin-top: 0px !important;border-top-width: 0px !important;padding-top: 0px !important;}&#8221;][vc_column_inner column_padding=&#8221;no-extra-padding&#8221; column_padding_tablet=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_phone=&#8221;inherit&#8221; column_padding_position=&#8221;all&#8221; column_element_direction_desktop=&#8221;default&#8221; column_element_spacing=&#8221;default&#8221; desktop_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; tablet_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; phone_text_alignment=&#8221;default&#8221; background_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; background_hover_color_opacity=&#8221;1&#8243; column_backdrop_filter=&#8221;none&#8221; column_shadow=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_radius=&#8221;none&#8221; column_link_target=&#8221;_self&#8221; overflow=&#8221;visible&#8221; gradient_direction=&#8221;left_to_right&#8221; overlay_strength=&#8221;0.3&#8243; width=&#8221;1\/1&#8243; tablet_width_inherit=&#8221;default&#8221; animation_type=&#8221;default&#8221; bg_image_animation=&#8221;none&#8221; border_type=&#8221;simple&#8221; column_border_width=&#8221;none&#8221; column_border_style=&#8221;solid&#8221;][nectar_btn size=&#8221;small&#8221; open_new_tab=&#8221;true&#8221; button_style=&#8221;regular-tilt&#8221; button_color=&#8221;Accent-Color&#8221; icon_family=&#8221;fontawesome&#8221; el_class=&#8221;enews-button&#8221; text=&#8221;Register for Webinar&#8221; url=&#8221;https:\/\/attendee.gotowebinar.com\/register\/4616867352876559190&#8243; icon_fontawesome=&#8221;fa fa-pencil-square-o&#8221;][\/vc_column_inner][\/vc_row_inner][vc_column_text el_class=&#8221;enews&#8221; css=&#8221;.vc_custom_1710208451629{padding-right: 20px !important;padding-left: 20px !important;}&#8221;]<em>Interested in the entire March HumanaCare newsletter, which has additional information about sleep? 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The HeartMath Institute has done research to show how heart rate variability (HRV) is tied to your health, your biological age, and your stress levels. 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