Embrace Your Healthy Living Journey with Donna Rey, EdD
01/03/24 • 20 min
In today’s episode, the Benefit Funds’ Executive Director and CEO of Funds Administrative Operations, Dr. Donna Rey, explains the inspiration behind our Healthy Living initiative to support 1199SEIU members. Dr. Rey also outlines the many programs and services designed to meet members wherever they are on their personal health journeys. She even shares the “WHY” behind her own health journey – and asks members to connect with her about theirs.
The Takeaway
- Visit the Health Living Resource Center for wellness tips, information and resources; 1199SEIUBenefits.org/healthyliving
- Join WeightWatchers at a discounted rate of just $5 a month; $0 if you are living with diabetes or prediabetes: 1199SEIUBenefits.org/ww
- Stop by our Benefits Channel to view videos on managing stress, building healthy meals and more: 1199SEIUBenefits.org/videos
- Get inspired by fellow members through our new Members' Voices series: 1199SEIUBenefits.org/healthyliving/membervoices.
- If you are living with type 2 diabetes, find out more about our partner Virta’s diabetes reversal program: 1199SEIUBenefits.org/news/virta
- Want to share your story? Just visit 1199SEIUBenefits.org/tell-us-why.
- Sample our wellness classes to exercise body and mind: 1199SEIUBenefits.org/wellness-events
- Access free or reduced-cost community resources for assistance with issues like food insecurity, housing, child care and others through our partners at findhelp: findhelp.1199SEIUBenefits.org
- For added support, call our Wellness Member Assistance Program at (646) 473-6900.
- Dr. Rey wants to hear from you! Email her at [email protected].
Guest Bio
Donna Rey, EdD, is the Executive Director of the 1199SEIU Benefit and Pension Funds and CEO of Funds Administrative Operations. As Executive Director, Dr. Rey brings extensive leadership experience, including more than 30 years of implementing organizational change and more than 15 years as an executive at the Funds. In 2022, she launched the Healthy Living initiative to support 1199SEIU members in achieving better health outcomes through innovative partnerships and lifestyle programs that empower members.
Prior to her role as Executive Director and CEO, Dr. Rey was Associate Executive Director of the Funds, responsible for the operations of the Benefit and Pension Funds, as well as joint administrative services for the Training and Employment and Child Care Funds.
Before joining the Funds in 2006, Dr. Rey served in the non-profit sector, implementing change in such organizations as Columbia University, the New York City Department of Education and the New York City Department of Finance.
Dr. Rey received a Bachelor of Science from the State University of New York at Stony Brook, a Master of Science from the W. Averell Harriman School for Management and Public Policy and a Doctorate in Education from Columbia University.
In today’s episode, the Benefit Funds’ Executive Director and CEO of Funds Administrative Operations, Dr. Donna Rey, explains the inspiration behind our Healthy Living initiative to support 1199SEIU members. Dr. Rey also outlines the many programs and services designed to meet members wherever they are on their personal health journeys. She even shares the “WHY” behind her own health journey – and asks members to connect with her about theirs.
The Takeaway
- Visit the Health Living Resource Center for wellness tips, information and resources; 1199SEIUBenefits.org/healthyliving
- Join WeightWatchers at a discounted rate of just $5 a month; $0 if you are living with diabetes or prediabetes: 1199SEIUBenefits.org/ww
- Stop by our Benefits Channel to view videos on managing stress, building healthy meals and more: 1199SEIUBenefits.org/videos
- Get inspired by fellow members through our new Members' Voices series: 1199SEIUBenefits.org/healthyliving/membervoices.
- If you are living with type 2 diabetes, find out more about our partner Virta’s diabetes reversal program: 1199SEIUBenefits.org/news/virta
- Want to share your story? Just visit 1199SEIUBenefits.org/tell-us-why.
- Sample our wellness classes to exercise body and mind: 1199SEIUBenefits.org/wellness-events
- Access free or reduced-cost community resources for assistance with issues like food insecurity, housing, child care and others through our partners at findhelp: findhelp.1199SEIUBenefits.org
- For added support, call our Wellness Member Assistance Program at (646) 473-6900.
- Dr. Rey wants to hear from you! Email her at [email protected].
Guest Bio
Donna Rey, EdD, is the Executive Director of the 1199SEIU Benefit and Pension Funds and CEO of Funds Administrative Operations. As Executive Director, Dr. Rey brings extensive leadership experience, including more than 30 years of implementing organizational change and more than 15 years as an executive at the Funds. In 2022, she launched the Healthy Living initiative to support 1199SEIU members in achieving better health outcomes through innovative partnerships and lifestyle programs that empower members.
Prior to her role as Executive Director and CEO, Dr. Rey was Associate Executive Director of the Funds, responsible for the operations of the Benefit and Pension Funds, as well as joint administrative services for the Training and Employment and Child Care Funds.
Before joining the Funds in 2006, Dr. Rey served in the non-profit sector, implementing change in such organizations as Columbia University, the New York City Department of Education and the New York City Department of Finance.
Dr. Rey received a Bachelor of Science from the State University of New York at Stony Brook, a Master of Science from the W. Averell Harriman School for Management and Public Policy and a Doctorate in Education from Columbia University.
Previous Episode
Welcome to Health Is the Key
In our introductory episode, host Elizabeth Moore offers a preview of how Health Is the Key will help support 1199SEIU members on their health journey. Calling on health experts, Benefit Fund leaders and our own healthcare heroes, Health Is the Key is designed to meet members wherever they are on their own health journey.
Next Episode
An Insider’s Look at WeightWatchers®
Podcast Notes
In this episode, Angelica McQuade, a WeightWatchers coach dedicated to 1199SEIU members, talks about what sets WeightWatchers apart from typical diets. From community support through in-person and online workshops to the fact that no foods are forbidden, Angelica discusses how the program is successful at helping those who join achieve significant, lasting results. She also shares how she got started on her personal wellness journey and why she continues to live the WeightWatchers lifestyle every day.
The Takeaway
- Go to the WeightWatchers page, where you and your eligible dependents can join at a deeply discounted price—or 0$ for those who qualify: www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/ww
- Already a WW member? Join the 1199ers group on the WW app.
- If you have questions, call WW at (866) 204-2885.
- For the schedule of workshops (in-person or online), visit www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/ww-events.
- Visit the Healthy Living Resource Center for wellness tips and resources: www.1199Benefits.org/HealthyLiving.
- For more support, call our Wellness Member Assistance Program at (646) 473-6900.
- Try one – or more! – of our online exercise classes at www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/wellness-events.
- Take advantage of a discounted gym membership through the Benefit Fund: www.1199SEIUBenefits.org/gym-discounts
Guest Bio
Angelica McQuade is a National Virtual Coach at Weight Watchers International, as well as a fitness trainer certified through several organizations, including Les Mills International and AFFA-Athletics and Fitness Association of AmericaTM. Angelica’s Instagram presence (angelica_real.life.wellness) captures her philosophy with respect to weight health: Actions that lead to feelings of deprivation, guilt or worthlessness have no place in a sustainable healthy lifestyle.
Angelica earned a Bachelor’s degree in Computer information Systems/Psychology from Manhattan College and a Master’s degree in Telecommunications Management from Polytechnic University. In addition to spending time with her husband and two adult children, Angelica enjoys listening to podcasts, dancing, cruising and hosting large family gatherings.
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