Spiritual Wellness Resources

Although we often wish to avoid the subject of dying, understanding the choices we have for end-of-life care can offer comfort in knowing that our experiences during this period will align with our values and wishes. Learn how to have the conversation about end-of-life with your loved ones as well as how to honor the wishes of others in this stage of life.

GatorCare has several workshops related to spiritual wellness: Mastering Meditation, Happier You, and the Purpose of Purpose. Sign up your office for a live workshop, or watch one of our recorded wellness presentations on your own time.

Explore meditation and relaxation resources, including live-streamed classes, pre-recorded sessions, and a self-guided meditation challenge. Sign up for a weekly mindfulness email and receive presentations by field experts.

UF Health Shands Arts in Medicine offers employee wellness programming such as dance, art, and writing workshops; book club; music performances; weekly wellness classes; and more. View their upcoming calendar of events or subscribe to their email list and stay connected!

Monday through Friday, find rest and contemplation by the shores of Lake Alice at the Baughman Center, a stunning space bringing the beauty of the outdoors inside.

Located on the second floor of the UF Health Heart & Vascular Hospital, the Sanctuary of Wisdom meditation room is designed for prayer and contemplation, inclusive of all religions and belief systems. It can be used by patients, visitors, faculty and staff. It is oval-shaped in keeping with the Eastern philosophy of meditation

Explore the Wilmot Botanical Gardens located on the UF Health Shands campus. These gardens are free and open to the public year-round, offering a camellia collection, bromeliad garden, and more. Sign up for a guided tour, or enjoy at your leisure.