Get fit. Eat more healthfully. Reduce stress. Well·U is here to help!
Get Your Flu Shot in November!
Well-U is offering Flu shots at no cost for employees and their spouses/domestic partners enrolled in the University Health Care Plans.
Employees and/or spouses who are not enrolled in a University Health Care Plan are also eligible to receive the flu shot. The shot costs $30. However, most major insurances can be billed directly by the School of Nursing with no out-of-pocket expense to the employee. An itemized statement will be available for insurance purposes if the flu shot charge cannot be billed directly.
Please be prepared to present your University Identification Badge, as well as your health insurance identification card. Employees who do not have their University Identification Badge will be required to pay $30 in order to receive the flu shot. Click Here for the schedule of dates, times and locations.
Improve Your Health with Simple Steps!
Eligible Faculty/staff who complete the Health Assessment will receive $100!
Don’t delay! It is not too late to complete the on-line confidential Health Assessment and receive $100. Faculty, staff and spouses/domestic partners who are enrolled in the University Health Care Plans are eligible to participate.
The Health Assessment is a helpful tool in understanding and managing your health. It can provide you with a better understanding of your current physical, mental, and social well being.
By completing the confidential Health Assessment, you will have access to online Healthy Living Programs and resources recommended just for you. In addition, you can share the results of your health assessment with your physician and communicate about your personal health goals. Aggregate data also assists the University in developing and expanding health and wellness programs.
Note: The $100 is considered taxable and will be subject to normal wage withholding. Employees are eligible for the incentive only once this year. Spouses/domestic partners are not eligible to receive the $100.
Learn more about the Health Assessment and Online Healthy Living Programs here.
Complete a confidential online Health Assessment
- Faculty and staff will receive $100 for completing the Health Assessment (credited to their paycheck)
- Click Here for instructions on how to access the Health Assessment if you do not use Aetna Navigator
The Health Assessment will be administered by Third Party Vendors. Personal health information that is collected during the Health Assessment is confidential and will not be shared with the University of Rochester.
October 10th is World Mental Health Day
One out of every four individuals will experience a mental illness that should be treated. World Mental Health Day raises the awareness of mental health on a global scale. Mental illness has a profound impact on our community. http://www.wfmh.org/PDF/English%20WMHDay%202008.pdf
October 17th is National Mammography Day
Mammography screening remains the best available method to detect breast cancer early. Mammograms are covered 100% by the University health care plans for those that are at increased risk or at age 40 or above. Please visit: http://www.nbcam.org/disease_mammogram_screening.cfm to learn more..
FREE TWO-DAY Stress Management Workshop
On October 22nd and 29th, Well-U, in partnership with Strong EAP presents “Coping with Work and Family Stress” a FREE stress management 2 day workshop for all University of Rochester employees. Visit: https://secure1.rochester.edu/hr/well-u/enroll/ to enroll online.
Weigh Well
Have you ever felt in need of a personalized weight management program that focuses on your needs in nutrition and exercise? Well-U is currently enrolling employees in a new session of Weigh-Well that starts October 7th. Learn more at: http://www.rochester.edu/working/hr/wellness/weight_management.html.
Well-U calendar
Did you know that you can find a full calendar of wellness events on the Well-U website? Monthly, Well-U updates their activities calendar to keep employees informed of new programs and health recognition days. To access the Well-U calendar, visit http://www.rochester.edu/working/hr/wellness/calendar.pdf.
About Us
Well·U is operated primarily through the Human Resources – Benefits Office, and is supported by a multidisciplinary Design Team that includes representatives from the Employee Assistance Program, University Health Service, Nursing Practice, Facilities, School of Nursing, the Center for Community Health, and the URMC Fitness and Wellness Center. Membership on this Design Team will continue to grow and diversify in the coming months and years.
Mission
Well·U will improve the health and wellness of University employees by promoting a work environment that encourages healthy behaviors and by providing the tools, resources, and education necessary to support healthful living.
