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The Be Well at Work - Wellness team would like to thank you with deep gratitude and appreciation for your ongoing support of our programs. We strive to offer programs, initiatives and events that will motivate and inspire you to lead a healthier lifestyle and will help to sustain your well-being while at work and when you return home.
It was a wonderful year and we would like to highlight a few achievements, beginning with UC Moves. In partnership with People & Culture and Staff Appreciation Week, UC Moves made an exciting come back with nearly 400 participants enjoying swag, games, popsicles, prizes and more. This was a significant increase in participation since June 2019. Our Cook Well Berkeley and Active at Work workshops provided over 200 participants with cooking tips, new recipes and easy to follow exercises to help improve their physical well-being. Next, the Creativity and Your Well-Being series continued to grow in popularity, offering succulent planting and canvas painting as a way to lower your blood pressure, decrease stress, and support your immune system. This workshop had an average of 30 participants for each session.
In the Spring semester, we invite you to visit our workshops and programs webpage to learn more about upcoming programs and events and register for other Be Well at Work Faculty/Staff Health workshops and newsletters at uhs.berkeley.edu/bewellatwork.
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Finally, UC Berkeley is proud to have met the 2023 American Heart Association criteria for Gold recognition in the Association’s Workforce Well-being Scorecard. See www.heart.org/workforce for more information. In partnership with People & Culture, Environmental Health and Safety, Wellness Ambassadors, Ergonomic Navigators and numerous other campus partners - Be Well at Work Faculty/Staff Health programs will remain dedicated to creating and sustaining a culture of health and well-being.
Wishing you all a wonderful holiday season and a very Happy New Year!
Your Wellness Team
Carla, Cori, Kim and Tomas
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Kaiser Permanente Webinar:
Hot Flashes Ahead! Menopause and Self-Care
Thu, Nov 30 | 11am-12pm | Virtual
Your body changes over your lifespan. For a woman, knowing what to expect about the perimenopausal, menopausal, and postmenopausal stages can help you as your body is changing. Many changes can be eased by embracing a healthy lifestyle. But it is also important to know when to get support. This webinar invites you into a conversation about menopause with a Kaiser Permanente physician and a health education facilitator. You will be invited to create a realistic action plan that will help you take positive steps toward taking control of your health and well-being.
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Diabetes Prevention Program Information Session
Dec. 7 | 12:15pm | Register here!
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The UC Diabetes Prevention Program is a virtual campus-based small-group, one year healthy lifestyle program that uses a scientifically based approach developed by the CDC to help you make important lifestyle changes. If you think you could be at risk of prediabetes or developing type 2 diabetes, register to attend an information session to learn more about the upcoming cohort starting January 2024.
Visit uhs.berkeley.edu/dpp or contact Cori Evans at corievans@berkeley.edu for more information.
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Yoga for Tension & Stress Relief
Fri, December 8 | 12:10-1pm | Virtual
Instructor: Laurie Ferris
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Virtual Programs
Did you miss a class or want to try one on your own schedule? Recordings of past cooking, dance, yoga workshops and webinars are available for you to revisit on our virtual programs page.
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Recipe of the Month:
Chocolate Salami
Named for its resemblance to salami rather than any similar ingredients, this unique but easy-to-make fudgy treat offers a lot of bang for your buck! Once you have the ingredients, you can easily make several, especially because it can be made ahead (will keep in the fridge for a week or two). Give it away as a homemade gift or bring it to share at a holiday celebration.
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Group Cook-Alongs
Looking for a fun way to cook and connect with your colleagues? A homemade holiday treat cook-along could be your team's virtual holiday celebration! Learn more and register.
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Have a general question about food or nutrition?
Submit your question through our Ask the Dietitian service.
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Holiday Treats
Wed, Dec 6 | 12:10-1pm
Hybrid: Zoom/Tang Center, Section Club
Stand out from the crowd with unique holiday treats this year and save money by making your own gifts and desserts. Demonstration, recipes, and samples provided.
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Eat Well Berkeley Caterer:
Greenleaf Platters
This certified green and locally-owned business specializes in a delicate fusion of French, Italian, and Spanish cuisines, with influences from around the world. They offer drop-off service as well as full-service event planning. You can easily browse their catering menu with photos of most dishes. They offer a wide variety of vegetables, whole grains, lean proteins, and even mini desserts.
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Computer Health Matters:
Campus and Remote Work
Thu, Dec 7 | 10am-11am
In-Person (Class of '42)
Qualify for the Matching Funds Program and learn how to set up your workstation.
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Maintaining your Mental Health
During the Holidays
Wed, Nov 29 | 12pm-1pm
Virtual
Join this workshop to learn different strategies to manage stress and challenges associated with the holiday season. Topics such as familial disagreements, boundaries, prioritization of responsibilities, and health and COVID related concerns will be explored.
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Staff Garden Volunteer Day
Nov 30 and Dec 14 | 12-1pm | Staff Garden
UC Berkeley staff, faculty, retirees, and students are welcome to help us maintain the garden. We gather once a month, generally the 4th Thursday unless otherwise specified.
Visit uhs.berkeley.edu/staff-community-garden for the more information.
Note: Volunteers days may potentially be rescheduled due to unfavorable weather or scheduling conflicts.
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Haas Tree Planting Initiative
Sun, Dec 3 | 10am-2pm | Keller Canyon Landfill
Join Haas on December 3rd to plant trees as part of their mission to take responsibility for their paper printing. Their goal for this event is to plant trees where landfill, recycling and compost is hauled. Communities that deal with these materials tend to be under-resourced and have higher rates of health issues due to poor water and air quality. Help plant trees to pull pollutants from the air and rebuild the soil. Read more about the Haas Tree Planting Initiative here.
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Faculty/Staff Flyer and Information
Fall Workshops and Programs
Click the image to open the flyer and learn about this semester's exciting offerings.
You can find more information on our workshops page.
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