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
Food and Drink
Stress Management
- Stress Cycle
- How do you deal with stress?
- Relax and Recharge
In-Person UC Moves Event
June 6 | 12:10-1pm | Campanile
Join us on Thursday, June 6 for our annual UC Moves event!
All participants will have a chance to:
- Win raffle prizes and enjoy fun giveaways (while supplies last)
- Enjoy light refreshments, and a special ice cream treat in honor of Staff Appreciation Week
- Meet with Health Plan Representatives
- Have a great time with colleagues and friends!
More information to come!
2024 UC Moves Systemwide Challenge: Spring Into Motion
Registration Opens: April 22
Info Sessions: April 23 and 24
Challenge Runs: May 6-31
Represent UC Berkeley in the 2024 UC systemwide, 4-week movement and activity challenge! Registration opens on April 22 and the challenge runs from May 6-31. This challenge is a great way to get yourself and your colleagues moving more! Participate throughout the month of May and be entered to win raffles as well as team and individual prizes along the way!
See the challenge flyer for more information!
Flyer Versions:
About the Food Pantry
The Food Pantry is an emergency food relief supply for all UC Berkeley students (undergraduate and graduate), staff, visiting scholars, researchers, postdocs, and faculty. Go to the Check-in desk at the b-North entrance, in the MLK Student Union 1st floor, near the stairs to upper Sproul Plaza. Visitors are welcome to come once per week and take as much as needed while being mindful that it is a shared community resource for emergencies. The Pantry operates on a self-assessed need basis. There are no eligibility requirements and all you need is your Cal ID.
How to Access the Food Pantry
The Food Pantry is now using QLess! Join the line by clicking this link: Basic Needs Center QLESS
- What is QLess? QLess is a web-based system where you can wait in a virtual line rather than an in-person line. We are only taking those who join the QLess line, but you can join with or without a phone!
- How does QLess work? Once you join our virtual QLess line, you will receive a text message when it's time for you to come to the Food Pantry! Once you arrive, you scan your Cal ID card and continue through the Pantry.
- How do I join the QLess line? You can join in 3 ways: signing up on the iPad at the Food Pantry, scanning the QR code near the Food Pantry, or using this link: Basic Needs Center QLESS.
- You can only join the QLess Line once the Food Pantry opens.
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.