Discover support for your well-being this semester 

The fall semester has officially arrived and brought with it a flurry of activity and exciting opportunities. But before we dive into a new semester, let’s remember to set time aside to prioritize our health and well-being.

Not sure where to start? We’re here to help! Read on to explore some of the UF-sponsored programs designed to support your well-being throughout this semester and beyond. 

Sign up for UF’s CSA discount program

The UF Community Supported Agriculture, or CSA, program is offering discounted CSA memberships starting this fall semester for Frog Song Organics and Siembra Farm. Faculty and staff can visit the Worklife at UF website to sign up today.

By joining a CSA, you support a local farm and receive a family or individual box of high-quality produce. Pickup and delivery options are available in multiple Florida counties.

Sign Up

Participate in the Aging Well webinar series

Your journey to a healthy, secure and vibrant future starts now! Join UF/IFAS Family and Consumer Sciences Faculty Agent Nelly Nelson for a three-part webinar series designed to empower older adults and caregivers with the knowledge and tools to thrive as they age.

Don’t miss out on this insightful series; register today!

Sign up for a wellness app

Subscriptions to the WeightWatchers and Calm Health apps are still available. Faculty and staff are invited to sign up for the app that best meets their needs. 

WeightWatchers: A personalized weight-loss app tailored to your lifestyle. In-app features include meal planning tools, a healthy recipe directory, tracking features, on-demand workouts, an exclusive member-only digital community, behavior-change audio lessons and more.

Calm Health: In addition to pre-recorded audio content designed to help manage stress, anxiety, and insomnia, Calm Health offers evidence-based programs and resources developed by psychologists to strengthen the connection between mental and physical health.

Sign Up

Find support for life’s challenges

The UF Employee Assistance Program offers free therapy sessions along with a collection of on-demand resources to help you navigate life’s challenges. UF employees and their spouse or domestic partner who live in the State of Florida can benefit from six free sessions per year per issue.

Schedule an appointment with one of three dedicated therapists, available for both in-person and virtual sessions.

Participate in a fitness class 

Add some movement to your day — participate in a free fitness class for faculty and staff! Classes are held in-person and are open to all fitness levels throughout the semester. 

Check out the lineup of classes:

  • Cycling: Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. in the Student Recreation and Fitness Center, beginning Sept. 4
  • Yoga:
    • Tuesdays from 12:15 to 1:00 p.m. in the Ustler Hall Atrium, beginning Sept. 2.
    • Wednesdays from 12:15 to 1 p.m. in Smathers Library room 100, beginning Sept. 10.
  • Zumba: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. in the UF Health Professional Park building. 

Visit the Worklife at UF website to learn more and subscribe to our fitness class listserv for updates. If you can’t make it to an in-person class, there are a variety of live-streamed and on-demand classes you can participate in virtually—from stretching and yoga to cardio, dance and more.

Save the date for this year’s Benefits and Wellness Fair

Join us Oct. 14 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Evans Champions Club in the Ben Hill Griffin Stadium to learn about health and wellness resources available to UF faculty and staff. Get your benefits questions answered and enter for a chance to win a giveaway from one of our sponsors!

Benefits open enrollment begins Oct. 13 and runs through Oct. 31. Open enrollment is your opportunity to add, change or remove benefit selections for the next plan year. Make sure your email and mailing addresses are up-to-date in ONE.UF to avoid missing important communications.

Upcoming Events

Building Healthy Mood Habits | Aug. 28 at 11 a.m. | Virtual—Register
Learn how to use movement, nutrition and mindfulness to regulate emotions and track mood trends over time. Plus, explore practical tools to help overcome setbacks and stay consistent with your health goals.

Eating Well Away From Home | Sept. 1–26 | Virtual—Register
Hosted by GatorCare, this on-demand program will feature weekly episodes and tip sheets designed to guide your food selections and provide inspiration for easy-to-pack options.

Journey of Japan Walking Challenge | Sept. 1–31 | Virtual—Register
Wander through historic landscapes, admire the iconic architecture and immerse yourself in the rich traditions of one of the world’s most captivating cultures.

Flip the Switch: Burning Bright, Not Out | Sept. 10 at noon | Virtual—Register
Learn how to assess your current burnout levels, spot early warning signs and explore actionable strategies to prevent and manage burnout—both for yourself and your team.

Book a wellness workshop

UF departments can select from a variety of wellness workshops, presented by Well at UF, the Employee Assistance Program and GatorCare.

Well at UF
Well at UF presentations provide an overview of wellness programs available to UF faculty and staff, including on-demand resources and an overview of the Employee Assistance Program. Presentations are approximately 45 minutes long and can be conducted either in person or virtually. Click here to request a presentation for your department.

Introduction to Mindfulness for Departments
Bring mindfulness to your department! Learn about the myths and realities of mindfulness and how to incorporate it into your daily routine. This is a one-hour presentation and departments can add up to four supplementary 45-minute sessions. Complete this form to request a presentation for your department.

Employee Assistance Program
The Employee Assistance Program, or EAP, offers presentations on the following topics:

  • Managing Grief in the Workplace
  • Conflict in the Workplace
  • Identifying and Supporting a Colleague in Crisis
  • Combating Burnout
  • Supporting Physicians’ Wellness
  • Stress Management Strategies

Presentations can be customized depending on department needs, can be held in person or virtually, are up to an hour and include a Q&A portion. Complete this form to schedule an EAP presentation.

GatorCare
GatorCare workshops can be conducted online or in person and include topics like meal prepping, stress management, meditation and mindful eating. Presentations range from 15 to 90 minutes, depending on department needs. Visit the GatorCare website to explore available presentations.

On-demand resources

Employee Wellness Series
From Mediterranean meal planning to DIY hydroponics, explore the Employee Wellness Series to discover a variety of upcoming and on-demand webinars hosted by UF departments and campus partners.

Financial Literacy Workshop Series
From credit card and medical debt to asset allocation and portfolio management, explore the Financial Literacy Workshop Series to discover a variety of upcoming and on-demand webinars hosted by UF departments and campus partners.

Disaster Preparedness Workshops
Stay informed and prepared for hurricane season with our disaster preparedness workshops. Visit the Get Prepared section of the Worklife at UF website for more hurricane resources.

Body Strong
Build strength and confidence with this 8-week on-demand strength training series, designed by GatorCare for beginners who work out at home without equipment. Visit the GatorCare website to get started.

Explore the Worklife at UF website for more wellness resources, available to UF faculty and staff!

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