[Ucrea] Visit Our Community Fair and Wellness Workshops

Tue Aug 25 15:13:04 PDT 2026

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August 25, 2026

To:

UCR Emeriti & Retirees

From:

UCR Retirement Center on Behalf of UCR Workplace Health and Wellness

Re:

*UCR Well-being Bites*

Be part of our wellness-focused community event.
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*August 25, 2026*
Faculty and Staff Well-being Bites

*Save the Date: Benefits and Wellness Fair!* *Join us as we kickoff Open
Enrollment with the *

*UC Riverside Annual In-Person Benefits, Health & Wellness Fair Date:*
November 12, 2026

*Time:* 10:00am - 2:00pm

*Location:* HUB 302

Get ready to review your options for the UC Annual Benefits Open
Enrollment! Join us at the HUB and grab free swag, talk face-to-face with
our benefits providers, register for the raffle to win a fitness tracker
and other great gifts, and get a Free Massage!

Save the date and stay tuned for upcoming Open Enrollment benefit plan
details, updated plan rates, provider webinars, and information regarding
pre-registering for this event!

Should you have any questions, please email the Benefits Office at
benefits at ucr.edu.

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ComPsych Faculty and Staff Assistance Program Webinar

*Date: *August 26, 2026

*Times:* 10:00am

*Virtual*
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Meeting ID: 968 3957 2869
Passcode: 280100

Please join us online tomorrow for an overview of the UC Riverside Faculty
and Staff Assistance Program (FSAP) managed by ComPsych.

ComPsych, offers a wealth of GuidanceResources® services to UCR faculty,
staff, and employee’s live-in family members including confidential
support, counseling, and additional resources and information for
maintaining personal and work-life health and assistance with managing the
issues of life.
Please join us on for this informational presentation of the various
services offered through ComPsych.

*Hobbies for Mental and Physical Health*

*Date: *September 11, 2026

*Time:* 11:00am

*Registration*
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Discover how intentional leisure can transform your overall well-being.
This interactive ComPsych workshop explores the science behind hobbies,
demonstrating how regular engagement in enjoyable activities reduces
stress, sharpens cognitive function, and improves physical health.
Participants will learn how to identify personal interests, overcome common
barriers like time constraints, and integrate meaningful, health-boosting
activities into their daily routines for a more balanced life.

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*The Everyday Kitchen: Cook Well, Live Well*

*Date: *September 16, 2026

*Time: *12:00pm

*Registration
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Discover how simple, home-cooked meals can boost your energy, reduce
stress, and support long-term well-being. This practical and inspiring
webinar will help you reset your kitchen habits with easy tips for
nourishing meals, smarter planning, and a more joyful approach to
cooking—no perfection required.
Addressing Employee Performance Issues in a Supportive Way
*Date: *September 17, 2026

*Time:* 11:00am

*Registration*
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Learn how to address performance challenges effectively while maintaining
trust and fostering growth. Designed for managers and leaders, this
practical ComPsych workshop provides actionable strategies to identify root
causes, deliver constructive feedback, and conduct supportive performance
conversations. Participants will learn how to set clear expectations,
co-create practical improvement plans, and support struggling team members
while keeping them motivated, engaged, and accountable.

The Joy of Movement
*Date: *September 23, 2026

*Time:* 9:00am

*Registration*
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Reframe exercise as an uplifting form of self-care rather than a daily
chore. This engaging ComPsych workshop explores how regular physical
activity boosts mood, increases energy levels, and builds physical
resilience. Participants will discover how to identify enjoyable ways to
move, overcome common motivation hurdles, and build sustainable movement
habits that enhance both physical health and mental well-being.
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*Persist Women's Political Engagement Conference*

*Date: *October 26, 2026

*Time: *9:00am - 5:00pm

*Location*: HUB 302

*Registration
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Get inspired to persist with your goals of getting involved in the
political realm. Whether you're interested in running for office, working
for an elected official or non-profit, becoming a lobbyist, media
professional, consultant or activist — this conference filled with powerful
messages from politically-active women is designed to enlighten and empower
you to get engaged in the political arena. Get the tools you need to create
the change you want.
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*Community Partner Fair - R'Healthy Campus and Faculty and Staff Wellness*

*Date*: August 27, 2026

*Time:* 10:00am - 2:00pm

*Location: *HUB 302

Join us at the upcoming Staff Assembly Community Partner Fair to prioritize
your well-being. Stop by the R'Healthy Campus and Faculty and Staff
Wellness table to connect with our team, discover campus wellness
resources, and learn about upcoming events and activities designed to
support your physical and mental health. Drop by to ask questions, check
out what's coming up, and pick up tools to help you thrive both at work and
at home
*In Good Health,*

Hung Wu, MHA
Faculty and Staff Wellness Coordinator
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