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| Agencies promote telework as a powerful tool, not a panacea Popularity of working remotely can overshadow the benefits of other alternative work schedules, observers say.  •QUIZ: ARE YOU TAILOR-MADE FOR TELEWORK? •RESOURCES
Uncle Sam tends to federal families' well-being The federal government is promoting a family-friendly workplace through popular day care facilities and a growing number of counseling programs.  •ANNUAL COST OF CHILD CARE AT GSA FACILITIES •TRIANGLE TOT DAY CARE CENTER AT A GLANCE •RESOURCES |  | PAST STORIES Classes, service projects offer personal growth opportunities Though these programs aren't officially part of the governmentwide push for work-life balance, they are flourishing at a number of agencies. •Q&A with cooking instructor Lisa Davis •Resources Agencies challenge employees to lead a healthier lifestyle The Obama administration is experimenting with innovative ways to get 75 percent of the federal workforce involved in health and wellness programs by next year. •Survey: How healthy is your workplace? •Photo Gallery: Work and Play •Resources | ||||||||
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