Contact the Wellness Team
Location:
Suite 3100 Tang Center
Contact Info:
Carla Jackson, Worksite Wellness Specialist
ckjackson@berkeley.edu
General: Wellnessfacstaff@berkeley.edu
Breastfeeding Support: breastfeeding@lists.berkeley.edu
(510) 643-4646
Mailing Address:
University Health Services, Tang Center
2222 Bancroft Way, Suite 3100
Berkeley, CA 94720-4300
Fax: (510) 642-7411
RSSP/Facilities Services
The resources here are designed for staff members working in RSSP and Facilities Services. They can be easily navigated and accessed from a computer kiosk or smartphone and provide the most current information for wellness programs and services specifically designed with RSSP and FS staff in mind.
What is Stretch & Flex?
This program provides staff with a structured way to warm up and stretch at the beginning of the work shift. Exercising before starting work prepares the body for the physical demands of daily tasks.
Videos of Exercises
- Warm-up for Work video - Warm-up exercises move all of the major joints in the body to activate muscles and prepare for activity. Do them slowly and with control.
- Stretch for Work video - These stretches target all the major muscle groups in the body. When you stretch, be gentle so that you feel a sensation that is easy to tolerate and not pain. Hold each stretch for 20-30 seconds, without bouncing, to reduce muscle tension.
Posters of Exercises
- Work Warm-up Poster - Warm-up exercises move all of the major joints in the body to activate muscles and prepare for activity. Do them slowly and with control.
- Work Stretching Poster - These stretches target all the major muscle groups in the body. When you stretch, be gentle so that you feel a sensation that is easy to tolerate and not pain. Hold each stretch for 20-30 seconds, without bouncing, to reduce muscle tension.
Progressive Relaxation
Tennis Ball Roll-Out
- Tennis Ball Roll-Out: Upper Body
- Tennis Ball Roll-Out: Lower Body
Ready Set Pause Breathe
Every Move Counts
Parking and Transportation Resources
Summer Resources for Staff
Berkeley Food Network
If you work or live in Berkeley you can access Berkeley Food Network’s food pantries! Find Hours and Locations by visiting the Berkeley Food Network website.
Am I Eligible?
The Diabetes Prevention Program is a year-long program for employees who are pre-diabetic or at risk for Type 2 diabetes. Programs are starting soon for employees in RSSP and Facilities Services who have a BMI of 25 or over (23 or greater for those of Asian descent) and have one of the following:
1. Past diagnosis of gestational diabetes
2. A blood test with a prediabetes diagnosis in the last year
- Fasting glucose of 100 to 125 mg/dl
- Plasma glucose of 140 to 199 mg/dl
- A1c of 5.7 to 6.4
3. A score of 5 or greater according to the Risk Test
Diabetes Risk Test
Join a virtual group!
Interested in joining a virtual group? Visit our Diabetes Prevention Program webpage for more information. For questions, please contact Carla Jackson at ckjackson@berkeley.edu.
Food and Drink
Stress Management
- Stress Cycle
- How do you deal with stress?
- Relax and Recharge