Diabetes Education Month
November is Diabetes Education Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about diabetes and empowering individuals to take control of their health. With nearly 136 million Americans living with diabetes or prediabetes, this month serves as a vital opportunity to promote early detection, healthy lifestyle changes, and community engagement. Events, screenings, and social media campaigns throughout November aim to inspire action and foster hope for a future free from the burdens of diabetes.
The Well-Being team will be hosting diabetes resource tables at each of the following Texas Children’s locations to highlight resources available to employees.
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Campus |
Dates |
Time |
Location |
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Medical Center |
November 10 |
11:00 AM-1:00 PM |
Auxiliary Bridge |
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West Loop South |
November 12 |
11:00 AM-1:00 PM |
Wellness on Wheels |
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West Campus |
November 17 |
11:00 AM-1:00 PM |
Dots Cafe |
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Woodlands |
November 19 |
11:00 AM-1:00 PM |
Donor Wall |
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Austin |
November 19 |
11:00 AM-1:00 PM |
2nd Floor Atrium |
Diabetes Education Program
The program’s goal is to improve knowledge regarding diabetes education and provide support for Texas Children’s employees. This program is intended for employees who have been diagnosed with prediabetes, Type 1, Type 2 or gestation diabetes.
Topics covered will include an overview of what is diabetes, exercise, nutrition, medical management, stress management and what to do during emergencies.
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Location |
Dates |
Time |
Registration |
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Teams |
Tuesday – November 4, 11, 18, 25, & December 2, 9 |
12:00 PM- 1 PM (Lunch) and 11:00 PM-12:00 A.M (Night) |
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the Well-Being Team at wellbeing@texaschildrens.org.
Eat Well: Nutrition Program
This six-week program is designed to educate and help employees make realistic long term nutritional improvements that will positively impact the health of the participant and their family.
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Location |
Dates |
Time |
Registration |
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Teams |
Wednesdays –Nov 12, 19, 26, Dec 3, 10, 17 |
Noon – 1 pm |
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact the Well-Being Team at wellbeing@texaschildrens.org.
Food Bank Volunteering
Support the food-insecure communities surrounding Houston by volunteering at the Houston Food Bank.
On December 6th and 13th, 30 spots will be reserved for Texas Children’s employees to volunteer.
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Location |
Dates |
Time |
Registration |
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Houston Food Bank |
Saturday, December 6th | 8 AM – 12 PM |
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Houston Food Bank |
Saturday, December 13th | 8 AM – 12 PM |
Physical Therapy Services
Available exclusively to TCH employees:
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Requires referral from MD, DO, APP, Podiatrist, or Chiropractor.
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No Copay if utilizing TCH Cigna insurance
Conditions Treated:
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Orthopedic/Musculoskeletal injuries or conditions
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Post-operative care
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Sprains & Strains
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Sports Injuries
MC Locations:
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Employee Health- 5th floor Abercrombie
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Sports PT Gym- 11th floor, Mark Wallace Tower
To schedule an appointment call: 832-822-1173. Employees must have Cigna insurance to be eligible for this program.
Note: We do not see employees that have had work related injuries and are utilizing worker’s compensation.
EAP Classes and Webinars
Mental Health First Aid
Provides the skills to offer initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem and help connect them with appropriate care. Participants in this class will receive a certification from Mental Health First Aid.
November 14, 2025
8:00 am – 2:30 PM
Via Teams
Please sign up in Voyager using this link: Mental Health First Aid Training
Embracing Change Webinar: Refill Your Caregiver’s Cup – Navigating Compassion Fatigue
Compassion fatigue is very common among helping professionals. Join us as we discuss tools to combat compassion fatigue and skills to help us navigate when we feel overwhelmed from helping others.
November 19, 2025
12:00 PM – 12:30 PM
Via Teams
Please sign up using this link: Embracing Change Webinar Series
November Well-Being Events
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Dimension |
Title |
Date |
Time |
Registeration/Location |
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Physical |
Diabetes Tabling: Medical Center |
November 10 |
11:00 AM-1:00 PM |
Auxiliary Bridge |
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Physical |
Diabetes Tabling: West Loop South |
November 12 |
11:00 AM-1:00 PM |
Wellness on Wheels |
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Mental |
Mental Health First Aid |
November 14 |
8:00 AM-2:30 PM |
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Social |
Central Texas Food Bank Volunteering |
November 15 |
6:00 PM-8:00 PM |
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Physical |
Diabetes Tabling: West Campus |
November 17 |
11:00 AM-1:00 PM |
Dots Cafe |
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Physical |
Diabetes Tabling: Woodlands |
November 19 |
11:00 AM-1:00 PM |
Donor Wall |
|
Physical |
Diabetes Tabling: Austin |
November 19 |
11:00 AM-1:00 PM |
2nd Floor Atrium |
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Mental |
Embracing Change Webinar: Refill Your Caregiver’s Cup – Navigating Compassion Fatigue
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November 19 |
Noon-12:30 PM |
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Social |
Central Texas Food Bank Volunteering |
November 20 |
6:00 PM-8:00 PM |