• Challenge yourself to increase your activity each day throughout the month
• Use the Steps Tracker to log your steps 
• Use the Activity Tracker to log different workouts & everyday movement
• Activities like gardening, swimming & mowing the lawn count too!
• Complete the challenge for a chance to win a gift card!

• Log in or register at azblue.sharecare.com or in the Sharecare app
• Select the Achieve icon > then Select Challenges

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September is Suicide Prevention Month September is National Suicide Prevention Month. It’s a time to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and remind everyone that mental health is just as important as physical health. AZ Blue can help provide support for those struggling with a mental health challenge or thoughts of suicide. Learn more at Behavioral Health | AZ Blue or if you need help now, call or text 9-8-8. AZ Blue members can also do virtual counseling and psychiatry visits through Telehealth by AZ Blue. Access Telehealth directly from your AZ Blue portal azblue.com > Find Care > Telehealth). EAP Webinar: Managing the Mental Load Managing the mental load — the often behind-the-scenes work of everyday life — can feel overwhelming, but small shifts can help. Join this webinar for practical insights and coping strategies. Understand how the mental load shows up and its impact Learn strategies to manage related stress, anxiety and feelings of inadequacy Explore tools to create more balance Date: Tuesday, September 22 Time: 12:00PM - 1:00PM Reserve Your Spot Now: HERE Resources for Living Contact Information Website: ResourcesforLiving.com Username: Tucson Access Code: EAP Phone: 1-888-238-6232 * For those who register individually for the live EAP webinars: As the webinar date approaches, you will receive an email with a link to join and a calendar invitation. In the meantime, feel free to add the event to your personal calendar if you'd like, but rest assured you'll receive everything you need to join before the webinar.

MotivateMe Gift Card Redemption If you earned a MotivateMe gift card for completing wellness activities by June 30, 2026, don’t forget to redeem it! Log in to myCigna.com From the main home page, click “Wellness" Click "Wellness Home" > "View all incentives" If you have rewards available, you will see “You have X Debit Cards dollars to redeem." Click "Redeem awards" All MotivateMe gift cards must be redeemed by September 30, 2026.  2026 Tucson Walk to End Alzheimer's  Join the City of Tucson & AZ Blue for the 2026 Tucson Walk to End Alzheimer’s on Saturday, October 10 at Reid Park! City employees, family, friends & pups are welcome! All walkers must register, including children. Meet us at the AZ Blue tent before the walk! The first 100 City of Tucson employees to arrive will receive a City of Tucson Walk T-shirt, plus Employee Wellness & AZ Blue swag. Registration: 8:00 a.m. Opening Ceremony: 9:00 a.m. Walk Begins: 9:30 a.m. Route: 1-mile or 3-mile walk Register for the Walk: HERE Create Your Own City of Tucson Team  OR  Join the City of Tucson Benefits Team September Lunch & Learn - I'm Enrolled in the HDHP w/HSA Plan, Now What? Whether you've been enrolled in the HDHP w/HSA plan for years or this is your first time, you won't want to miss this!  How the HDHP w/HSA plan design works How to make the most of the City's $1,500 or $3,000 annual HSA contribution The benefits of making your own pre-tax HSA contributions How your HSA can help you prepare for current & future healthcare expenses How to think about your HSA as both a healthcare spending account and a long-term savings tool Tips for getting the most value out of your HDHP w/HSA throughout the year We'll also be joined by a special guest from HealthEquity, our HSA administrator. They will walk you through how your account works, accessing & managing your funds, using your HealthEquity debit card, making personal contributions, reimbursing yourself for eligible expenses, and navigating your portal. Lunch will be catered by Beyond Bread! Date: Wednesday, September 30  Time: 11:30AM - 1:00PM Location: El Rio Neighborhood Center, 1390 W Speedway Registration has reached max capacity and is now closed. We will post the presentation link after!  Save the Date! Employee Wellness Fair Join us for our annual Employee Wellness Fair! This year, we’re expanding our focus beyond traditional health & wellness to include financial and environmental wellness. Employees will have the opportunity to connect with a variety of resources, learn more about City benefits, explore financial & educational opportunities, participate in health screenings, and discover simple ways to support their overall wellbeing & our community. Stay tuned for more details as we get closer to the fair! Date: Tuesday, October 27 Time: 11:00AM - 4:00PM Location: El Rio Neighborhood Center, 1390 W Speedway Blvd Walk to Win - Join the Team! Join our City of Tucson Employee Walk Club for a chance to win prizes! There are TWO ways to participate: Option 1: Join in-person on Wednesdays and sign in. Upcoming Dates: September 23, and 30 Time: NOW 9:45 AM - 10:00 AM / Please arrive a few minutes early to check in. Location: Yellow Brick Coffee in Presidio Plaza - 115 N Church Ave Option 2: Join virtually by taking a picture during your Wednesday Walk We encourage you to walk with your coworkers and form a club at your site! Email to benefitquestions@tucsonaz.gov before the end of each day All qualifying entries earn virtual punches for a chance to win: Walk Club Tumbler, Walk Club Dry Fit Hat, or a Sun Umbrella All new participants must complete our waiver: HERE    Questions?  Benefits Team (520) 791-4597 benefitquestions@tucsonaz.gov