Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) are at risk of experiencing trauma due to mental and emotional injury from a variety of causes. If you have experienced such trauma, you may find that your relationships are impacted. Consider these strategies to protect and manage your closest relationships and all that are important to you….
The Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) provides care and services for military families with special needs – whether that is an adult or child. The program has served over 55,000 Army EFMP family members across a total of 32 locations within and outside of the continental U.S. In this Q&A with Magellan Federal senior program…
Within the fascinating experience that is life, change is a continual occurrence, and an example of ongoing change is that which is experienced through loss. Humans experience loss in many ways, commonly through the death of a loved one or the end of a relationship. A key component of loss is grief. Grief is a…
Tonie Powell doesn’t think of herself as the average operations office manager, but rather thinks of her position as the heartbeat of the company. Powell is based at the headquarters of Magellan’s federal office in Arlington, Virginia, where she manages all office operations. From supporting the leadership team, assisting with facility renovations, sending cards for…
Transitioning from military to civilian life can be challenging, but with the right mindset and preparation, it can also be a fulfilling experience. With May being Military Appreciation Month, we spoke to three veterans, Amber Rodgers (Maj.), Angela Burd (MSG), and Jerome Simmons (SGM), about their experiences transitioning to civilian life and how their military…
Military Caregiver Month is a time to recognize and honor more than 5.5 million spouses, parents, children, relatives, friends, coworkers, and neighbors who provide care and assistance while warriors heal from their injuries. The caregiver’s dedication can lead to swifter recovery times for their loved one, a better quality of life, and saves the United…
On May 17th, we celebrate National Employee Health and Fitness Day! By sharing tips on how to stay active even during busy workdays, National Employee Health and Fitness Day is a day to raise awareness of the health benefits of physical activity and remind employees about the necessity and advantages of regular physical activity. Physical…
For National Nurses Week, we are honoring the contributions and sacrifices made by all nurses in the medical community who are instrumental in enhancing the health of their patients. Nurses are the healthcare professionals who perform some of the most challenging and essential healthcare tasks and serve as the first and last point of contact…