Learn About the Lab’s Efforts to Map the Universe – May 28
Learn about 12 billion years of cosmic history, and the 5,000 fibers that will be used to map the universe over the next five years in a science@home presentation from DESI Lab researchers Claire Poppett and David Schlegel. The project’s goal: to construct a 3D map of the universe. Date: Thursday, May 28 Time: 1 […]
Be Well at Work: Caregiver Challenges – An Emotional Olympics – June 9, 2020
Date: Tuesday, June 9th Time: 12:10 – 1:30 pm Register for live webinar via Zoom Add it to your calendar Speaker: Dr. Michelle Peticolas Accompanying someone through the final phase of life can be a powerful and healing experience. It can also be demanding and exhausting depending on caregiving demands and family relationships. One may […]
Be Well at Work: New Group for Caregivers: Caregivers Connect
We recognize that as caregivers you are dealing with unique challenges at this time. Elders living alone, physical distancing, travel restrictions, and program and services closures, are only a few of the stressors caregivers face while caring for an elder during COVID 19. Beginning in June, join the Elder Care Program for Caregivers Connect. The […]
Mental Health Awareness Month: Resources for your mind & body
May is Mental Health Awareness Month Established in 1949, Mental Health Month seeks to put a spotlight on the importance of mental health and wellness and now more than ever, mental health is an important part of our lives and the lives of those we love and care for. To help, we’ve gathered a list […]
Webinar on Total Health Nutrition – May 22, 2020
Kaiser is hosting a nutrition webinar on Friday, May 22, from noon to 1 p.m. The principles of good nutrition, how food can affect our health, highly nutritious foods, and eating behaviors are among the topics that will be discussed. The event is open to all, but space is limited, so sign up soon. REGISTRATION
Wellness in the New Normal Program – Every 2 weeks on Tuesday
Are you looking for ways to improve handling the stress of shelter in place? Have you found approaches that enhance your resilience around the challenges of working from home that you can share? Connect with fellow Berkeley Lab colleagues and join in on short facilitated discussions once every two weeks to share tips on being […]
Mental Health Awareness Month: Employee Assistance Program Presentations
Since the beginning of the shelter-in-place response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Berkeley Lab has hosted a series of talks by Craig Mielcarski, Director of UC Berkeley’s Employee Assistance Program and other staff members. May is Mental Health Awareness Month and to make these talks easier to find, we’ve listed them all here. Navigating the Emotional […]
Mental Health Awareness Month: Balance Body & Mind – Join UCB’s WorkFit Classes!
WorkFIT, sponsored by UC Berkeley’s Department of Recreational Sports, is staffed by a team of certified personal trainers who deliver strength training, flexibility and general fitness classes throughout the week. During the Shelter-in-Place the classes have not only moved online, but are now free and open to public. What’s New? Monday Night Dance Jam is […]
Mental Health Awareness Month: Talking to kids about mental health, relaxation tips, simple yoga poses
May is Mental Health Awareness Month Established in 1949, Mental Health Month seeks to put a spotlight on the importance of mental health and wellness. Here are a few tips from Kaiser Permanente: Find your words: How to talk about mental health with a child Right now is a crucial time to check in on […]
Mental Health Awareness Month: The science-backed answer to how to be happy in quarantine
UC Riverside researchers who have studied people under quarantine in China say the best protection against COVID-19 stress is to participate in all-consuming activities. In fact, finding the right activity could mean you experience the same well-being during the long quarantine as you would when not in quarantine, UC Riverside psychology researcher Kate Sweeny asserts. […]
