Social Wellness
With more than 50,000 employees combined, the UF and UF Health community is practically a city unto itself! Find support, networking and like-minded people by perusing the resources found here. Take a look through our resources below to enhance your dimension of social wellness.
Featured Resource
Compass 4 Connectivity
Set sail with “Compass 4 Connectivity” on a journey to navigate the complexities of social wellness. This personalized tracker serves as your guide, identifying areas for enhancement and providing a structured path towards social enrichment. Delve into a deep understanding of your social dynamics, supported by a curated collection of resources, reflective practices, and community insights. Transform your social journey into an adventure of growth and connection.
Workshops & Presentations
GatorCare has several workshops related to social wellness: Digital Detox, Shaping Your Next Normal, Boost and more. Sign up your office for a live workshop, or watch one of our recorded wellness presentations on your own time.
Wellness Challenges
Participate in one of our guided wellness challenges to create positive habits in a fun way. Improve your social wellness by organizing a challenge for your department to compete against each other or for your entire department to compete as a team against other departments.
Upcoming Events
Browse through these upcoming local events (both in-person and online options) and reach out to a friend, colleague, or family member to go together!
Random Acts of Kindness (RAK)
This is a great way to build camaraderie and cultivate a positive work environment. It serves as a reference guide so that when you want to do something nice for someone, you know what to do without asking!
Groups on The Bridge
Did you know the UF Health Bridge has hundreds of networking and support groups? Groups include, but are not limited to, Get up and go! Walk@Work, Breastfeeding/Pumping, LGBT Community and more!
Volunteer Gainesville
Volunteering can reduce your stress levels, improve your mood, and enhance your sense of purpose. Take a look at this list of community organizations that are in need of volunteers.
Gratitude Spreads
UF HR Wellness has created Gratitude Spreads materials for faculty/staff to share. Along with an encouraging design, there is space to write a dedication and personal messages on both printed cards and digital email templates.
Connect Outside
One of the best things about being in Gainesville is our access to the outdoors! Invite a friend to explore a new park, walk a trail, swim at the springs, or canoe down the river.