healthy & well
AT LBNL
Welcome
Healthy & Well at LBNL is a centralized location for Berkeley Lab staff to find support and resources to help build their health, wellness and well-being. The website is intended to get you thinking about the things you can do to foster health and wellness in your life - both at work and at home. In each section you’ll find a collection of resources from the Lab, UC Berkeley and the community that touch on different aspects of health and wellness.
Why does it matter?
You know the safety advice when flying “Secure your own oxygen mask before helping others”? The same goes for health and wellness – caring for ourselves is an integral part in caring for our families, friends and loved ones. Caring for ourselves gives us the capacity to better handle stressful or demanding situations both at home and work.
The site is a collaborative effort between Health Services and Human Resources to support the health and wellness of Berkeley Lab employees and their families. Questions? Please email us at wellness-coordinators@lbl.gov
December resources
Health Services:
Sometimes the demands of the holiday season can run rampant over the celebration itself. A survey by the American Psychological Association found nearly nine out of 10 Americans anticipate excessive stress during the holidays. Check out these two resources for tips to bring a little balance to your holidays:
Healthy Holiday Tips from Health Services
How to keep the ‘happy’ in the holidays from UCOP
December & January Flu/Covid clinic: Dec 11, Jan 8, 14, 15
8:30 - 11:30 am and 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Health Services, Building 26
FREE to all onsite LBNL Employees
Log into clinic.lbl.gov
1) Self-schedule an appointment under My Appointments
2) Complete a consent form under Flu Consent Form
Wellness Topics of the Month: Loneliness and the Holidays
Holiday loneliness can be deeply challenging, as societal expectations of joy and togetherness often amplify feelings of disconnection for those who are physically distant, estranged, or grieving. Yet even those surrounded by others can experience emotional loneliness and the gap between idealized holiday images and personal realities can lead to stress, self-doubt, and even depression.
Explore resources and ideas for making the most of the holidays:
Benefits:
Employee Discounts - Columbia Employee Store Invitation: December 6th to 15th
LBNL employees can visit the Columbia Employee Stores in Richmond and Union City. Brands include Columbia, Mountain Hardwear, SOREL and prAna and items are marked at employee store pricing.
Upcoming Events (for all events, check out the calendar):
Be Well at Work Winter Workshops:
December 3: Cook Well Berkeley Holiday Treats
Tues, Dec 3, 12:10 - 1 pm
Stand out from the crowd with unique holiday treats this year and save money by making your own gifts and desserts.December 10: An Update on Alzheimers: Assessment, Treatment and Prevention
Tue 12/10; Noon – 1:30 pm
You will learn about the pathophysiology of Alzheimer’s disease, the typical and atypical clinical manifestations of this disease, and recent advances in diagnosis and treatment.
December 11: Reclaiming Rest
Wed 12/11; Noon – 1 pm
Participants will learn about 7 different types of rest, and strategies for identifying what rest they need, and how to achieve more restfulness and resilience.December 19: Navigating the Holidays with Self-Compassion
Tue 12/19, Noon - 1 pm
This workshop will identify common holiday stressors, explore practical strategies to maintain well-being, and cultivate kindness towards ourselves during the heightened demands of the holiday season.
Event highlights
Be Well at Work Fall Workshops
Be Well at Work's Employee Assistance Program provides no-cost confidential counseling and referral for Berkeley Lab staff as well as workshops on eldercare, parenting, and stress management. All Lab employees are welcome to register and attend.
December 3: Cook Well Berkeley Holiday Treats
Tues, Dec 3, 12:10 - 1 pm
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.December 10: An Update on Alzheimers: Assessment, Treatment and Prevention
Tue 12/10; Noon – 1:30 pm
You will learn about the pathophysiology of Alzheimer’s disease, the typical and atypical clinical manifestations of this disease, and recent advances in diagnosis and treatment.
December 11: Reclaiming Rest
Wed 12/11; Noon – 1 pm
Rest is something that our bodies naturally know to do, and that is required to maintain our physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Yet many of us can relate to the experience of being unable to fully rest; we may experience guilt or anxiety when we try to take a break. This workshop utilizes a systems framework to contextualize why resting is harder than it seems, and why it is vital to reclaim this process. Participants will learn about 7 different types of rest, and strategies for identifying what rest they need, and how to achieve more restfulness and resilience.December 19: Navigating the Holidays with Self-Compassion
Tue 12/19, Noon - 1 pm
The holiday season, while often joyful, can also bring a range of challenges and stressors which impact our emotional and physical well-being. In this interactive workshop, we will broaden our understanding of self-compassion, identify common holiday stressors, explore practical strategies to maintain well-being, and cultivate kindness towards ourselves during the heightened demands of the holiday season.