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!
Wellbeing@Adelaide - March 2021
The most recent Wellbeing @ Adelaide newsletter features some exciting new initiatives and events to build your wellbeing.
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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 phone consultations soon to offer advice and find a healthcare plan to help suit your needs. Book now!
As a valued partner of BUPA, University of Adelaide employees can access the following options to talk to a BUPA consultant:
Phone consultation - 2 March 2021
Phone consultation - 3 March 2021
Phone consultation - 10 March 2021
Bupa virtual consultation (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 April 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.
- Disability Action Plan (2014 - 2019)
- Disability Action Plan Progress Report as at August 2018
- Disability FAQs
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
Flu Vaccination Program 2020 for staff ended on 31 July 2020.
For more information on seeking reimbursements for vaccinations or obtaining vaccination records, please visit the Flu Vaccination Program 2020 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
It's time to recalibrate
We are pleased to advise UniSuper have teamed up with SuperFriend to present a three part webcast series.
The first session will be held on Wednesday March 10th at 12:00pm(AEDT).
Health tip - heart health
Heart disease is Australia’s leading single cause of death, with 18,590 deaths attributed to heart disease in Australia in 2017.
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Action calendar - friendly February 2021
We need each other more than ever right now!
Read more about Action calendar - friendly February 202119 Jan
Did you know that February is Ovarian Cancer Month?
Held each year in February to educate Australians on ovarian cancer, and raise awareness by sharing the stories of real women affected by the disease. 11 Jan
Action calendar - happier January 2021
How can we start this new year happier? 23 Oct Tips for handling conflict at work. 23 Oct A free webinar on managing fatigue 30 Sep
Action calendar - optimistic October 2020
Life is far from perfect, but there are lots of reasons for optimism. 25 Sep
Managing your financial wellbeing
Building financial wellbeing assists us to control our finances, to feel secure now and to plan for the future. 25 Sep The University Health Practice (Unicare) in collaboration with University of Adelaide have made available Wellbeing Health Checks for all continuing, fixed-term and casual staff members. 21 Sep
Evidence based nutrition in healthcare
Doctors for Nutrition are offering a free webinar series exploring the crucial role of diet in preventing and treating chronic disease. 10 Sep Oh no, you have just woken up with a runny nose, coughing and sneezing. What is it – allergies or COVID-19? What should you do? 08 Sep
New wellbeing framework, newsletter and website launch
The Health, Safety and Wellbeing team are pleased to launch the new wellbeing framework!
Further information
Please contact the Central HSW Workplace Wellbeing Specialist