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Currituck County takes getting important information to our employees very seriously. That is why the Employee section of our website was created.
Here you will find important information on your benefits, including your health insurance coverage, how to get assistance with an insurance problem, who is on your county wellness committee, etc.
Employee Information
Schedule an Appointment with Chris Garavito
Schedule a personal consultation with Chris Garavito from Empower, to discuss your retirement-related questions. Empower is the financial service that handles our North Carolina 401(k) Plan and 457B Deferred Comp Plan.
North Carolina Retirement System (NCRS) offers various retirement webinars each month to help members better understand their retirement benefits, planning, and resources. These webinars are a great way to get information directly from the system and ensure you’re on track for a comfortable retirement.
To stay up-to-date on what’s available, it’s a good idea to regularly check the NCRS website for their schedule of upcoming webinars or sign up for any newsletters or notifications they offer.
Seminars & Events
Enrolling in the NC 401(k) and NC 457 Plans
We invite you to take this opportunity to learn about the valuable features of the NC 401(k) and NC 457 Plans and how enrolling in the Plans can make an impact on your retirement readiness. This session will also explore the Plans' digital tools and resources that you can take advantage of throughout your retirement planning journey — and how easy it is to enroll. And more!
NC 401(k) and NC 457 Plans Retirement Readiness
We invite you to learn about what it takes to achieve retirement readiness. In this session, you will learn where your retirement income may come from, and the important roles that Social Security and your pension plan will play. You will also discover how valuable the NC 401(k) and NC 457 Plans can be in your retirement planning journey, and the online planning tools that are at your fingertips to help you along the way. The session will also explore things for you to consider as you create your personalized retirement budget. And more!
Local Government Employees' Retirement Planning Webinar
The Department of State Treasurer Retirement Systems Division will conduct a retirement webinar for members of the Local Governmental Employees Retirement System. This interactive online web conference will provide an orientation for new members, pre-retirement planning information for members closer to retirement, and educational information for personnel officers and others who handle retirement matters.
Public Records Training
Date
Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Time
10:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Location
Public Safety Building
125 College Way
Barco, North Carolona 27917
Registration
Online
Join us on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. at the Public Safety Building EOC, for this training that focuses on all things to do with public records! We will focus on what is a public record and what is not a public record, retaining public records, and some overall practical tips. The information will include everything from personnel records, criminal intelligence records, public enterprise records, artificial intelligence, personal identifying information and so much more! Every department could benefit from attending.
Local Government Employees' Retirement Planning Webinar
The Department of State Treasurer Retirement Systems Division will conduct a retirement webinar for members of the Local Governmental Employees Retirement System. This interactive online web conference will provide an orientation for new members, pre-retirement planning information for members closer to retirement, and educational information for personnel officers and others who handle retirement matters.
Currituck County Annual Blood Drive
Date
Monday, May 11, 2026
Thursday, July 23, 2026
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Tuesday, November 24, 2026
Time
9:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Location
Currituck County Governmental Complex, Courtroom C
Website
RedCrossBlood.org
Dangerously low blood supply, give blood at our Annual Blood Drive. For more information visit rcblood.org/. Schedule an appointment visit RedCrossBlood.org, use Sponsor Code: CCGOVT
April 2026 Health Newsletters
Sentara Health Plans EAP
April 2026
April Feature: “7 Shrewd Spending Habits to Get You Where You Want to Go in Life”
Being a smart spender doesn’t mean being overly frugal or denying yourself things you really want or need. Nor does it necessarily mean spending less. Rather, it’s a matter of prioritizing – choosing to spend your hard-earned
dollars on things that will help you fulfill your life goals and aspirations. Would the money you spend on restaurant meals be better put toward a trip or a graduate degree, for example?
Try applying these seven suggestions to your own situation and you’ll be on your way to a fulfilling and financially stable future.
To READ MORE on Sentara Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources sign into www.SentaraEAP.com with username “currituck”.
North Carolina Health Insurance Pool (NCHIP)
April 2026
Stress Awareness Month
Stress Awareness Month is an annual observance held every April, dedicated to increasing public understanding of stress, its causes, its effects on physical and mental health, and practical ways to manage it.
Stress Awareness Month Focuses On:
- Educating people about what stress is and how it shows up emotionally, physically, and behaviorally
- Reducing the stigma around mental health and stress-related challenges
- Encouraging healthy coping strategies and preventive self-care
- Promoting conversations in workplaces and families about wellbeing
Rather than eliminating stress entirely, the goal is to help people recognize stress early and manage it effectively.
Unmanaged stress is often linked to:
- Anxiety and depression
- Sleep problems
- High blood pressure and heart disease
- Weakened immune function
- Digestive issues and chronic pain
Stress Awareness Month isn’t just about one month—it’s about creating habits and conversations that last all year. Raising awareness highlights the connection between mind and body health, reinforcing that stress management is not optional—it’s essential.
