Optometry and Vision Sciences Staff Resources: Wellness Resources

(800) 309-2131

No cost confidential counseling and referral for UC Berkeley faculty and staff.

UCOP has contracted with two external suppliers who will provide an employee emergency loan program.

(800) 273-TALK (8255)

Campus programs (e.g., Disability Management, Employee Assistance, Elder Care, Ergonomics, Occupational Health, Wellness, Work/Life) to improve employee health and well-being.

Feeling a little down in the winter, try light therapy.

Get a 15-minute message during your breaks.

Check this webpage for scheduled visits during the semester outside Moffitt Library or in Sproul Plaza.

Has information for UCB students, staff and faculty on the Food Pantry, CalFresh, Emergency Housing, and more.

UCB's Gender Equity Resource Center will help with coming out, gender transition, and more.

Contains podcasts (e.g., The Science of Happiness), quizzes (e.g., Mindfulness Quiz), videos (e.g., The Positivity Ratio), and more.

Quick links to urgent need resources e.g., food, sexual violence/harassment), skills & development (e.g., staff development, financial skills), community (e.g., staff organizations), and more.

Places on campus including the Environmental Design Library in Wurster Hall where you can go to take a quick nap.

The Staff Ombuds Office provides a safe place for employees to discuss and clarify concerns, identify options, and discover problem-solving strategies to constructively navigate and overcome workplace disputes and problems.