Nationwide 2K Event Will Support Homeless Veterans and

Nationwide 2K Event Will Support Homeless Veterans and

Promote Employee Wellness



WASHINGTON (April 22, 2011) - The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is
hosting a nationwide 2K Walk and Roll event at more than 130 VA
facilities on June 2 in support of employee wellness month. The event
will also encourage employee and local community support of homeless
Veterans.



"Worksite wellness activities enhance employee engagement and contribute
to a more productive and healthy workforce," said Secretary of Veterans
Affairs Eric K. Shinseki. "These 2K Walk and Roll events are an
excellent way to involve the entire VA community, highlight the
importance of physical activity in maintaining a healthy lifestyle, and
help homeless Veterans get the assistance they need."



VA facilities across the Nation will be holding individual 2K events on
June 2 in each of their respective locations. While there is no
registration fee, employees and volunteers participating in the event
are asked to donate to support homeless Veterans. Participation is open
to the community; donations are optional.



VA's employee wellness program is known as WIN (Wellness Is Now). WIN
empowers employees with the knowledge, skills and tools they need to
create a culture of health and wellness. Further, the group encourages
employees to use their appreciation of wellness to inspire Veterans to
live healthier lifestyles.



WIN integrates traditional occupational safety and health programs with
health promotion activities, addressing both workplace and worker
health. Through this program staff find opportunities to embrace healthy
and positive lifestyle choices that sustain and improve their own
health, reduce preventable injuries and illnesses, reduce absenteeism
and enable them to do their important work of serving the Nation's
Veterans.



Email AskVHAEmployeewellness@va.gov to find out if your VA facility is
hosting a 2K event. VA facilities can be located by visiting
www.va.gov/directory.