Wellbeing
Wellbeing is the ability to feel good and function effectively in all aspects of our lives.
We thrive when we consistently feel and function well and are able to effectively manage the stresses and challenges that we encounter. However an individual’s wellbeing, whether physical or psychological, can fluctuate from time to time.
As such wellbeing can be considered along a continuum from poor to good. Even when we would normally rate our wellbeing highly we may find that some days we may feel depleted and tired, leading to frustration and not achieving what we want to do. Yet other days we are energetic, our physical health is good, our mental health is positive. This puts us in a good frame of mind and we able to achieve all that we want.
With this in mind, the Workplace Wellbeing Framework aims to build staff wellbeing so we all have more times feeling well and flourishing. However it is acknowledged that staff will have different health and wellbeing needs which are impacted by age, gender, ability, culture, family, work and illness. The University of Adelaide will provide staff access to information, training and assistance to build wellbeing and includes both mental and physical health.
The Workplace Wellbeing Framework is
- Respectful of staff needs and requirements
- Developed with integrity and collegiality to deliver a framework that meets individual staff needs
- Committed to deliver quality activities and information that will assist in the further development of staff wellbeing
- Consulted with staff to further explore approaches for future wellbeing learning activities
Note that not all activities and information may be suitable or needed by you at this time. However consider that these activities and information are part of your wellbeing pantry, you take out what you need for now. Try out different ideas. Let go of the ones that do not assist you and keep on with the ones that help. It is up to you what you try!
Skin health checks
The University of Adelaide is offering a limited number of skin health checks to continuing, fixed-term and casual staff.
Wellbeing calendar of activities 2021
Human Resources have a number of resources and events available free to all fixed term, casual and continuing staff for the remainder of 2021.
COVID-19 Resources and Vaccinations
COVID-19 vaccinations are now available to all eligible people.
Is it hay fever or COVID-19?
Not sure whether you have hay fever or COVID-19?
Compare the symptoms.
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Health and wellbeing during COVID-19
Our COVID-19 website provides you with a toolkit of tips, activities and opportunities relating to healthy minds, healthy bodies, healthy families and healthy finances.
Wellbeing newsletter
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
The University of Adelaide support staff and their families by providing access to two Employee Assistance Program (EAP) service providers, offering you a choice of providers and locations across Adelaide.
Wellbeing at the University of Adelaide
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BUPA corporate health plan
The University of Adelaide has worked together with Bupa to offer staff health cover with fantastic corporate benefits.
Get in touch
Our friendly Bupa consultants are conducting consultations soon to offer advice and find a healthcare plan to help suit your needs.
Bupa Phone Consultations
Date: 6th, 7th & 8th Oct 2021
Time: 9am to 5pm
Location: Phone/MS TeamsBupa phone consultations (Flyer)
Existing BUPA members
If you would like to discuss or review your existing BUPA cover please contact BUPA on 134 135 or email CoverReview@bupa.com.au and quote the new Group ID no: 2111529.
Corporate benefits
- 6 weeks free offer in addition to your Corporate discount, eligible for new customers only on selected products. Offer is valid till end of 30 October 2021.
- If you need hospitalisation, the excess will be paid by Bupa to the hospital on your behalf on selected Hospital and packaged covers with $250 Excess.*
- Pay nothing for your kids on most dental, physio, chiro, podiatry consultations and selected optical packages at Members First providers (up to yearly limits).**
- If you’re aged 18-29, you are entitled to receive an age-based discount on your domestic hospital cover. The discount is calculated at 2% for each year you’re aged under 30, when you first purchase domestic hospital cover. More information.
- A 6% discount on your health cover +.
Find out why choosing your Bupa corporate health plan really is a simple choice.
Non members
Not a member of the BUPA Corporate Health Plan?
All staff, including casual staff, are eligible to join the BUPA Corporate Health Plan. If you wish to consider the benefits of the plan you can contact BUPA:
Sue Denby
e: susan.denby@bupa.com.au
m: 0403 352 847
p: 134 135
and quote ID 2111529
or you can use the call me back service.Other BUPA information
Bupa Corporate site for Uni Adelaide
Covid19 – Update from BUPA
In what is currently very unusual times we hope that you, your family and your teams are keeping safe and well.
- There is some information here to help guide them during these confusing times, and for those facing financial hardships.
- To deal with anxiety and mental health, we are also offering our members up to 100% back on a range of confidential, self-paced online therapy courses.
- Please check the attached pdf & link – This Way Up
Please be assured BUPA is still available to continue to support your health and wellbeing
University health and wellbeing activities
To see other ways the HSW team supports your health and wellbeing please visit the wellbeing activities page.
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Disability - information for staff
A range of resources have been developed by the University of Adelaide to support staff with a disability.
Further information for staff supporting students with a disability
Please refer to Student Life Disability Support webpage.
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Mental health toolkit for supervisors
The mental health toolkit for supervisors can be found on the Supervisor Toolkit webpage.
The aim of this toolkit is to provide supervisors with some practical guidance on how to support a staff member who may need assistance with coping at work.
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Quit smoking support
Support for staff
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Flu Vaccination Program
The 2021 flu vaccination program for continuing, fixed-term and casual staff is now open.
For more information on booking appointments and seeking reimbursements for vaccinations or obtaining vaccination records, please visit the Flu Vaccination Program 2021 webpage.
Wellbeing events, activities and resources
The University of Adelaide provides a variety of innovative wellbeing initiatives and activities. A catalogue of health tips can be accessed to provide information on optimising your wellbeing.
Wellbeing news
Skin health checks
The University of Adelaide is offering a limited number of skin health checks to continuing, fixed-term and casual staff.
Read more about Skin health checks
18 Oct
National Safe Work Month Safety Chat
Have a safety chat over a cuppa 11 Oct Think Safe, Work Safe and Be Safe on Sunday 10 October - World Mental Health Day 07 Oct
Retirement considerations webinar
Like any chapter in your life, preparation can go a long way to ensure you're emotionally and financially ready for the road ahead. But where do you start when it comes to retiring? 07 Oct Fatigue Management Seminar North Terrace Campus 25 October 12.30-13.30 G10 Benham Lecture Theatre 05 Oct What Is Sober October? 30 Sep This month's theme: Optimistic October
Further information
Please contact the Central HSW Workplace Wellbeing Specialist