DHS Employee Resources - What's New This Week (June 24, 2021)

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

A weekly digest of news, information, and resources from the DHS Employee and Family Readiness Blog.  Secretary Mayorkas' Remarks on World Refugee Day June 21, 2021 World Refugee Day was Sunday, June 20th. Watch Secretary Mayorkas deliver remarks honoring refugees across the globe. Message from Secretary Alejandro N. Mayorkas on the Observance of Juneteenth June 17, 2021 Today, President Biden will sign the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act commemorating Juneteenth as a federal holiday. As June 19 falls on a Saturday this year, federal employees will observe this holiday tomorrow, June 18, 2021. Juneteenth, also known as "Freedom Day" and "Emancipation Day," is a significant day in our history. On June 19, 1865, two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was signed, federal troops rode into Galveston, Texas to inform enslaved people that they were indeed free. Juneteenth is a time to celebrate the end of slavery, to reflect on the shameful and enduring legacy of racism in our country, and to commit to doing better. We must remain relentless in our pursuit of both equality and equity. Slavery was a stain on this Nation that left a legacy of systemic racism, oppression, and the marginalization of the African American community. Read more Reminder: Donate to Feds Feed Families For Americans dealing with food insecurity, particularly children who are out of school, summer can be the most difficult time of the year. Food pantries and food banks often experience a decline in donations during the summer months, which impacts those already struggling. Through the Feds Feed Families campaign, you have a unique opportunity to help those in need. Please consider making a donation between now and the end of the campaign on August 31. Read more Technology Support for Seniors June 24, 2021 In today's connected world, it's important for seniors to have the ability to use technology safely to build and maintain a social network. The benefits of technology for older adults can be numerous and are worth exploring. However, the Pew Research Center found that one-third of Americans 65 or older don't use the internet, and among those who do, roughly one-third are not confident when performing tasks. If you want to help your aging relative become more confident and comfortable with technology, and want to ensure their online safety, many tools are available to help. Read more Brain Health as You Age June 22, 2021 Memory loss can be unsettling, especially if you start forgetting the names of loved ones or getting lost in familiar areas. While there are no clinically proven ways to reverse the course of brain diseases like Alzheimer's or dementia, leading a healthy, social, and intellectually stimulating lifestyle can help combat normal, age-related mental decline. Here are some tips and recommendations from experts at the Department of Health and Human Services for maintaining good brain health as you and your loved ones age: Get regular exercise. Read daily. Eat right. Sleep well. Learn something new.  Reach out if you feel depressed or anxious. Stay connected with your community.  Drink moderately, if at all. Read more To learn more, visit the DHS Employee Resources website or contact worklife@hq.dhs.gov. Having trouble viewing this message? *View it as a webpage. You are subscribed to updates from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security *Manage Subscriptions  |  Privacy Policy  |  Help Connect with DHS: Facebook  |  Twitter  |  Instagram  |  LinkedIn  |  Flickr  |  YouTube U.S. Department of Homeland Security www.dhs.gov U.S. Department of Homeland Security · www.dhs.gov · 202-282-8000 This email was sent to Webmaster220 Bible Study Blog  *the blog owner has deleted the hyperlink intentionally