DHS Employee Resources - What's New This Week (February 26, 2021)

A weekly digest of news, information, and resources from the Employee and Family Readiness Blog.

A weekly digest of news, information, and resources from the Employee and Family Readiness Blog.  CHCO's Blog Angela Bailey Chief Human Capital Officer Families and the Circle of Life February 24, 2021 Families create the circle of life. And it is also true we are not only a product of those who gave birth to and nurtured us, but also all of those whom we regard as family…including our colleagues. Sometimes within our families there are issues, problems, and challenges, but most often there is joy and celebration. When we welcome all these experiences as a part of life's rich tapestry, we begin to realize that we do not need to endure alone—we can share in the happiness and be there for one another in times of heartbreak. In some ways, we're a group of souls who have come together to learn and grow from one another. There is almost no human experience that cannot be found within our circle and honoring a path that embraces walking it together is what will help us elevate each other in ways that we could not do alone.  Read more Cholesterol Management February 25, 2021 According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), about 38 percent of American adults have high cholesterol. Too much cholesterol contributes to a higher risk for cardiovascular diseases (CVD), such as heart disease and stroke, two leading causes of death in the United States. Your body naturally makes all the cholesterol it needs and uses it to keep you healthy. In addition to what your body makes, the foods you eat also impact your cholesterol levels. Eating lots of foods high in saturated fat and trans-fat contribute to high cholesterol; however, you can improve your cholesterol and maintain a healthy weight by eating heart-healthy foods. Below are a few dietary steps you can take to manage and improve your cholesterol.  Read more Consumer Alert: COVID-19 Financial Relief and Protections Extended February 23, 2021 According to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), the Federal Government is extending relief and protections for many student loan borrowers, renters, and homeowners who experiencing financial difficulty during the pandemic.  See below for more specifics. Student Loans. Protection for Renters. Mortgage relief options and protections. The CFPB helps consumer finance markets work by making rules more effective and by consistently and fairly enforcing those rules. They also empower consumers to take more control over their economic lives. The CFPB continues to post new information about consumer protections during the COVID-19 pandemic.  To keep up to date with important updates about COVID-19 financial relief programs, check the CFPB coronavirus website. Read more To learn more, visit the Employee Resources website or contact worklife@hq.dhs.gov.

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