[UCRDBR] Faculty and Staff Well-Being Bites

Wed Mar 12 09:02:39 PDT 2025

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March 12, 2025

To:
Department Benefits Representatives (DBRs)
From:
Central HR Benefits Office on behalf of Faculty Staff Wellness
Re:
Faculty and Staff Well-Being Bites

DBRs, please share this information via your internal listserv.  Do not reply to this mail.  Please send a separate email with questions to benefits at ucr.edu<mailto:benefits at ucr.edu>.

Please take advantage of the following well-being options available to all Faculty and Staff.
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Staff Pantry - Volunteers Needed!
Volunteers needed to set-up and staff the pantry!
Dates and Times:
March 20th 2:00pm - 3:30pm
March 21st 10:30am - 12:15pm
March 21st 12:15pm - 2:45pm
Location: Pentland Hills / RSO Roundabout
Sign-Up<https://ucr.us16.list-manage.com/track/click?u=16b960a15758a2e9f6cc8140d&id=f971128088&e=f49f8704e5>
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Healthy Meals for Busy Lives
Learn quick, healthy cooking and meal prep for busy lives. Get tips and recipes for easy, nutritious meals, regardless of your cooking skill.
Date: Wednesday, March 19th
Time: 12:00pm
Registration: Webinar Registration - Zoom<https://ucr.us16.list-manage.com/track/click?u=16b960a15758a2e9f6cc8140d&id=75938e4152&e=f49f8704e5>
Flyer<https://ucr.us16.list-manage.com/track/click?u=16b960a15758a2e9f6cc8140d&id=af82df9d17&e=f49f8704e5>

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The Great Return: Navigating the Office vs. Remote
This session explores the post-COVID office return, covering, the shift from remote work, legal updates on remote work mandates, best practices for hybrid team leadership, and employer strategies for accommodation.
Date: March 17th
Time: 10:00am
Registration: Webinar Registration - Zoom<https://ucr.us16.list-manage.com/track/click?u=16b960a15758a2e9f6cc8140d&id=407795be02&e=f49f8704e5>
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Bringing Out the Best in Others - ComPsych
This workshop teaches you how to inspire and motivate others, fostering a positive environment where people thrive. Learn to bring out the best in those around you, personally and professionally.
Date: March 11th
Time: 11:00am
Registration: Meeting Registration - Zoom<https://ucr.us16.list-manage.com/track/click?u=16b960a15758a2e9f6cc8140d&id=29861c5da4&e=f49f8704e5>

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March Well-being Resources - ComPsych
This month, Our FSAP, ComPsych has resources on International Women's Day, Affirmations, and more!
Flyer<https://ucr.us16.list-manage.com/track/click?u=16b960a15758a2e9f6cc8140d&id=ba8886f1e1&e=f49f8704e5>
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Recursos de Bienestar de Marzo - ComPsych
Este mes, nuestro PAEF, ComPsych, ofrece recursos sobre el Día Internacional de la Mujer, afirmaciones, ¡y más!"
Flyer<https://ucr.us16.list-manage.com/track/click?u=16b960a15758a2e9f6cc8140d&id=57d53e27c6&e=f49f8704e5>

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Live Mindfulness Meditation
Focus on your health and well-being and strengthen your inner resources with science-based mindfulness meditation.
Dates: March 17th and 24th
Time: 4:30pm - 5pm
Registration<https://ucr.us16.list-manage.com/track/click?u=16b960a15758a2e9f6cc8140d&id=a3bcf59ebb&e=f49f8704e5>
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Live Mindful Pause
Focus on your health and well-being and strengthen your inner resources with science-based mindful pause.
Dates: Thursdays, March 20th and 27th
Time: 12:45 pm - 1:00pm
Registration<https://ucr.us16.list-manage.com/track/click?u=16b960a15758a2e9f6cc8140d&id=a508529aa7&e=f49f8704e5>

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4 Protein Mistakes to Avoid
Getting enough protein is important for balanced nutrition. But what are some handy, go-to sources? Do you need to rely on bars, powders or store-bought drinks? Check out these 4 common mistakes when it comes to protein.
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Plant Based Protein Options
It's easy to find plant-based sources of protein at the grocery store. Just look at all these options! These foods also tend to be high in fiber, vitamins, minerals and other important nutrients.
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