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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
Currituck County Annual Blood Drive
Dates
Thursday, July 24, 2025
Tuesday, September 23, 2025
Time
9:30 a.m. - 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
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.
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.
July 2025 Health Newsletters
Sentara Health Plans EAP
July 2025
July Feature: “Tips for Managing Social Media Use”
If you find yourself often scrolling through social media or subconsciously checking your phone numerous times throughout the day, you are not alone. In 2016, Apple reported the average iPhone user unlocks their phone 80 times per day. That number has gone up to 150 times per day in 2021 (Internet Trends). Tech use in general, and especially social media use, has increased considerably in the past few years—one major reason being the COVID-19 pandemic.
Now more than ever, many people rely on social media platforms to stay in touch with friends and family. However, this convenient way of staying connected can come at a price. According to a 2020 systematic review, social media use can increase levels of anxiety, depression, and stress in some users (Karim et al.). It may be a good idea to implement the following strategies to help maintain balance in your life and limit screen time.
To READ MORE on Sentara Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources sign into www.sentaraEAP.com with username “currituck”.
North Carolina Health Insurance Pool (NCHIP)
July 2025
UV Safety Month
July is UV Safety Awareness Month, a time you are encouraged to take steps to protect yourself from the dangers of ultraviolet (UV) radiation. Sun safety is important all year, but this month is a great opportunity to educate yourselves and take extra precautions when it comes to UV safety. Summertime is all about enjoying the sunny weather, but it’s crucial to minimize your ultraviolet radiation exposure while you’re at it.
Tips To Protect Yourself From Skin Cancer
According to the American Cancer Society, there are many things you can do to protect yourself from skin cancer.
- Utilize shade to avoid direct sunlight
- Wear clothes that cover most of your skin
- Wear a wide brim hat
- Wear sunglasses that block UVA and UVB rays
- Use broad-spectrum sunscreen
Self Skin Exam:
Many doctors recommend checking your own skin regularly. Not all skin cancers look the same; they can show up in many shapes and sizes. However, it can be common for skin cancer to show up on parts of the body that tend to get more sun, such as the face, head, neck, and arms.
ABCDE’s:
Look for ASYMMETRY and irregular BORDERS. Change in COLOR or DIAMETER of mole. Notice how skin EVOLVES over time.
Ugly Duckling Sign: Look for something that is different. It might be one mole that is larger or darker than the others.
