There are many reasons physical activity is good for you – a healthy heart and supple joints are just two. Physical activity is also good for your mental health. To learn more about the connection between exercise and mental health, log on to the Aurora EAP website at http://www.aurora.org/eap and check out the January 2014 Focus of the Month.

To see the information, select “Employee” in the box on the left side of the Aurora page and enter the user name northshorebank. Then click on “Current issue” under “Focus of the Month.” You can also call your Aurora Employee Assistance Program at 800-236-3231 to speak directly with an EAP professional.