Have you noticed that spring is in the air? I’ve noticed spring flowers and new leaves budding on branches everywhere I look. If you deal with allergies, take care of yourself.
Have you heard the saying April showers bring May flowers? We are approaching one of the most beautiful times of the year with wild and planted flowers. I hope you get outside and enjoy nature. Consider taking a mindful walk to relax and observe nature. In fact, I always appreciate how beautiful the UK campus is year-round. Our Facilities groundskeepers do a great job keeping everything looking great.
Why is workplace communication important? And how to improve it
The ability to exchange information and ideas at work is an essential skill in many roles. Learn more about what makes workplace communication so important and how to improve your communication skills. Read more
Upcoming events
Thursday, April 4, Noon - 1p.m. Work-Life workshop on how to manage burnout and find satisfaction at work. Presenter: Rhonda Henry, LCSW, UK HR Mental Health Therapist
Register here: https://hr.uky.edu/work-life-and-well-being/work-life-workshop-how-to-manage-burnout-and-find-satisfaction-work
Wednesday, April 10, Noon - 1 p.m. Working parents workshop on strategies for supporting a child with autism. Presenter: Dr. Megan Carter, APRN, DNP, UK HealthCare Adolescent & Behavioral Medicine and
Register here: https://hr.uky.edu/work-life-and-well-being/working-parents-presentation-strategies-for-supporting-child-with-autism
Wednesday, April 17, 8:30-9 a.m. Working Parents Virtual "Real Talk” Chat. Facilitator: Azetta Beatty, M.S., CFLE, Work-Life Benefits Manager
Register here: https://hr.uky.edu/work-life-and-well-being/working-parents-%E2%80%9Creal-talk%E2%80%9D-chat-4
Wednesday April 17, Noon - 1 p.m. Elder Care Caregivers Support Group. Presenters: Terri Weber, CSW, UK HR Elder Care, and Ann Bassoni, LSCW, UK HR Mental Health Therapist
Register here: https://hr.uky.edu/work-life-and-well-being/elder-care/elder-caregivers-support-group-3
Tuesday, April 23, Noon - 1p.m. Elder Care workshop on fall prevention for older adults. Presenter: Baillie McCane, MSN, APRN, PMHNP-BC, UK Injury Prevention Outreach Coordinator
Register here: https://hr.uky.edu/work-life-and-well-being/elder-care/eldercare-workshop-fall-prevention-for-older-adults
FYI reminders and helpful links
Calendar of all upcoming workshops and events: https://hr.uky.edu/calendar/all
Work-Life and Well-being website: https://hr.uky.edu/work-life-and-well-being
UK Employees Discounts: website listing https://hr.uky.edu/benefits/more-great-benefits/employee-discount-program
Working Parents website resources: https://hr.uky.edu/work-life-and-well-being/working-parents
Elder Care resources: https://hr.uky.edu/work-life-and-well-being/elder-care
Join the UK Working Parents Network: https://hr.uky.edu/work-life-and-well-being/working-parents/working-parents-network