Work/Life- Finding Options in a Complex World
What is a Work-Life Program?
We often find ourselves having difficulty trying to balance the demands of everyday responsibilities of our personal lives and those of our careers. Everyday, employees are faced with the ever increasing challenge to maintain the delicate balance between their work and home lives. The Work-Life program is designed to support faculty and staff in managing their work, family, and personal responsibilities.
How Does the Work-Life Program Work?
On-line Resources - Offer University employees access to information on child care, elder care, family issues, emotional health, healthy lifestyles and workplace issues. The resources include on-line assessments, educational information and articles, UNL connections and resources and links to quality information/resources.
Workshops - Monthly educational workshops are hosted on specific topics related to work-life areas. Check the UNL Work-Life webpage for the topic of the month and the experiential activities offered related to that topic.
Problem Solving Services - Call to speak directly with a professional counselor for advice or to receive local referral resources specifically related to your unique situation.
EAP Counseling - The UNL Employee Assistance Program offers free, confidential assessment, referral and short-term counseling for employee and their family members.
What areas does the Work-Life program cover?
Family Issues
Parenting
Relationship/Marital
Eldercare
Child Care
Adoption
Money Matters
Emotional Health
Personal Development
Mental Health
Grief
Addictions
Stress Management
Physical Health
Healthy Life Style
Medical Resources
Workplace Focus
Workplace Communication
Dealing with Conflicts
Leadership
Career Development
Our website is a comprehensive Work-Life resource where you can find information on everything from what to look for in a Child Care provider to how manage your stress or money. There are a wide variety of articles, resource links and community resources available at your fingertips. You are also a quick phone call away from visiting with an EAP consultant who can provide you with personalized information and resources. Please contact the EAP at (402) 472-3107 or 800-755-2655.
The information contained herein is provided as a service to employees with the understanding that the University of Nebraska-Lincoln makes no warranties, either expressed or implied, concerning the accuracy, completeness, reliability or suitability of the information. Nor does the University of Nebraska-Lincoln warrant that the use of this information is free of any claims of copyright infringement.
Work-Life Featured Topic of the Month
Depression
There are times when all of us feel sad, blue or ‘down' and can't seem to get any enjoyment out of life. For most people, these feelings are short-lived and we are able to again enjoy our daily activities. For others however, the emotional pain becomes too uncomfortable and prolonged and becomes an interference in our lives. Depressive illnesses affect about 19 million people each year-affecting the way they feel, the way they think and how they react to their environment.
October is Depression Awareness Month and a great time to provide awareness of the impact of depression on individuals, families and relationships and on the workplace.
Special Events
"IT TAKES COURAGE TO ASK FOR HELP. THESE MEN DID." Real Men. Real Depression.
The National Institute of Mental Health created this campaign to raise public awareness of men's experiences with depression and to encourage "traditional" men to seek help.
- Did you know that men on the UNL campus are much less likely to report feeling depressed than women, even though men may experience similar or higher rates of psychological distress?
- Did you know that men are much less likely to seek professional help, despite being 4 times more likely to complete suicide than women? Only one-third of those who seek help on the UNL
Dr. Aaron Rochen, a researcher and counseling psychology faculty member at the University of Texas-Austin, and expert on both the RMRD campaign and men's experiences of depression will be presenting two very important campus events.
Event Schedule
- Wed., October 4th, 3:00 p.m. ,City Campus Union (room to be posted). Training session on how to work more effectively with men (esp. depressed men) in a variety of settings. (This event is reserved primarily for professors, clinicians, and graduate students).
- Wed., October 4th, 7:00 p.m., City Campus Union Talks by Dr. Aaron Rochlen, a prominent mental health professor and researcher with experience regarding the Real Men. Real Depression. Campaign. (Everyone on campus is welcome and encouraged to attend this event. Community members are also welcome.
Depression Screenings-Meet with a professional counselor to complete a brief depression screening and receive feedback and recommendations. Screening will be offered at the City Union on _______________.
Family Issues
Parenting
Articles/Information
Grandparents Guide for Family Nurturing and Safety
The Single Parent Challenge
Communicating with Your Teen
UNL Connections/Resources
EAP - The Employee Assistance Program works with both parents and children to deal with a variety of issues. The EAP provides educational materials, problem solving and professional counseling services.
Single Parent Support Group - This group is facilitated by the EAP and held monthly on UNL city Campus
UNL for Families - Building Strong Families Research at UNL has focused on families who believe they are doing well. This website provides resources to help strengthen families.
Answers4Families provides thousands of pages of information for families including state and national resources, support group schedules and e-mail support groups.
NebGuide provides educational articles written by UNL Extension Educators that address a variety of family issues.
Families: Nebraska's Future provides information and resources on topics that affect families and their communities.
UNL Policy/Procedures
Time Off/Leave
Maternity Leave
FMLA
Sick Leave
Crisis Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Helpful Resources/Links
Practical research based information about family life. Resources include; developmental guides for children and parenting tips.
The American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry has information for family on topics such as brain-related illness, children and psychiatric medications and a glossary of symptoms of mental disorders in teens.
The American Academy of Pediatrics provides cutting-edge information on child health and parenting.
Stepfamilies of America - Helping with blended families
Relationships
Articles/Information
10 Little Things that can make a Big Difference in Your Marriage Before You Say "I Do"
UNL Connections/Resources
EAP - The Employee Assistance Program works with couples and families to deal with a variety of relationship issues. The EAP provides educational materials, problem solving and professional counseling.
Building Strong Families Research at UNL has focused on families who believe they are doing well. This website provides resources to help strengthen families.
Answers4Families provides thousands of pages of information for families including state and national resources, support group schedules and e-mail support group.
Families: Nebraska's Future Families: Nebraska's Future Provides information and resources on topics that affect families and their communities.
NebGuide provides educational articles written by UNL Extension Educators that address a variety of relationship issues.
UNL Policy/Procedures
Time Off/Leave
Maternity Leave
FMLA
Sick Leave
Crisis Leave
Tuition Reimbursement
Helpful Resources/Links
The National Council on Family Relations provides research=based tips from professional counselors on important family life issues.
Eldercare
Articles/Information
10 Tips for Caregivers
A Guide for People who Care: Improving the Quality of Life
UNL Connections/Resources
EAP - The Employee Assistance Program provides support and resources to help families dealing with Eldercare issues.
Adult Children of Aging Parents Support Group - This group is facilitated by the EAP and held monthly on UNL City Campus. The group includes sharing of resources and issues as well as guest presentations.
Answers4Families provides thousands of pages of information for families including state and national resources, support group schedules and e-mail support groups.
The Nebraska Resource and Referral System is a statewide database that provides information regarding various resources for eldercare providers throughout the state of Nebraska. Program administered by Center for Children Family and the Law.
NebGuide provides educational articles written by UNL Extension Educators that address a variety of relationship issues.
Ask Rx is a service of the Nebraska Pharmacists Association. You may ask specific questions about drugs or drug interactions and receive a person e-mail reply.
UNL Policy/Procedures
Time Off/Leave
FMLA
Crisis Leave
Retirement
Helpful Resources/Links
LIFE provides information, resources regarding alternatives and arranging services for individuals age 60 and over.
www.caregiver.org provides detailed fact sheets on diseases, disorders, care issues and information on caregiver resources.
AOA is the Administration On Aging provides good information on a variety of topics regarding a range of issues
Medline Plus provides extensive information on health related topics
Child Care
Articles/Information
Is My Child Care Okay?
Feeling Good About Child Care-Guidelines for Choosing What's Best
UNL Connections/Resources
EAP - The Employee Assistance Program can help parents problem solve issues related to child care and also provide options in community resources.
UNL Child Care available at http://www.unl.edu/neunion/childcareindex.shtml
Answers4Families provides thousands of pages of information for families including state and national resources, support group schedules and e-mail support groups.
The Nebraska Resource and Referral System is a statewide database that provides information regarding licensed childcare providers through out the state of Nebraska. Program administered by Center for Children Family and the Law.
NebGuide provide educational articles written by UNL Extension Educators that address a variety of family issues.
Ruth Staples Lab provides developmental programs for young children which involve students in the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences.
UNL Policy/Procedures
Time Off/Leave
FMLA
Sick Leave
Crisis Leave
Benefits-
Reimbursement Accounts
Helpful Resources/Links
National Resources Center for Health and Safety in Child Care provides information on licensing and regulations
National Child Care Information Center connects parent to information about new research on brain development and child care policy development.
Adoption
Articles/Information
Adoption for Working Parents
Access to Family Information by Adopted Persons
UNL Connections/Resources
EAP - The Employee Assistance Program provides educational information, problem solving and resources to help individuals with questions about adoption.
Answers4Families provides thousands of pages of information for families including state and national resources, support group schedules and e-mail support groups.
NebGuide provide educational articles written by UNL Extension Educators that address a variety of family issues.
UNL Policy/Procedures
Time Off/Leave
FMLA
Sick Leave
Benefits
Helpful Resources/Links
www.Adoption.com - Provides information on international, domestic and special needs adoptions. Includes information on state statues and adoptions regulations for all states, as well as, a directory of adoption professionals
www.childwelfare.gov/adoption/index.cfm - Comprehensive resource on all aspects of adoption, including special needs, infant and inter-country adoption.
http://www.marlourussellphd.com/homepage.html provides information about adoption issues.
Money Matters
Articles/Information
Kids and Money-Top Things to Know
How to Budget
Financial Planning-Why you need it
UNL Connections/Resources
EAP - The Employee Assistance Program provides educational information, problem solving to assist employees in dealing with financial concerns.
Emergency Loan Fund - The Emergency Loan Fund is a resource that is available to full time employees who need financial assistance to deal with emergency situations.
University of Nebraska Federal Credit Union provides a number of financial services to employees of UNL. They also provide Accel financial management program free of charge to members
UNL Policy/Procedures
Crisis Leave
Employee Relations
Helpful Resources/Links
Consumer Credit Counseling Services provides educational information, budget development and bill paying support services.
www.kidsmoney.org provides resources to help children learn about good money management skills.
Emotional Health
Personal Development
Articles/Information
Bouncing Back: The Art of Resilency
Controlling Anger-Before it Controls You
UNL Connections/Resources
EAP - The Employee Assistance Program provides educational information, problem solving and resources to help individuals with their personal development.
Answers4Families provides thousands of pages of information for families including state and national resources, support group schedules and e-mail support groups
NebGuide provide educational articles written by UNL Extension Educators that address a variety of relationship issues.
UNL Policy/Procedures
Time Off/Leave
FMLA
Sick Leave
Crisis Leave
Helpful Resources/Links
Mental Health
Articles/Information
Borderline Personality Disorder
What is Eating Disorder Prevention
UNL Connections/Resources
EAP - The Employee Assistance Program provides professional assessment, counseling and referrals for Mental Health Issues.
Answers4Families provides thousands of pages of information for families including state and national resources, support group schedules and e-mail support groups.
On-Line Self Assessments - Anxiety/Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Screening Depression/Manic Depression Screening Eating Disorder Screening
NebGuide provide educational articles written by UNL Extension Educators that address a variety of relationship issues.
UNL Policy/Procedures
Time Off/Leave
FMLA
Sick Leave
Helpful Resources/Links
National Institute of Mental Health provides extensive information on mental illnesses including signs and symptoms, diagnosis and treatment options.
National Mental Health Information Center - This locator provides mental health services and resources in all 50 states.
Greif and Loss
Articles/Information
How to Deal with Grief
Coping with Loss and Disappointment
Simply Listen: Helping Others Cope with Grief
UNL Connections/Resources
EAP - The Employee Assistance Program provides assistance for grief and loss issues.
NebGuide provide educational articles written by UNL Extension Educators that address a variety of relationship issues.
UNL Policy/Procedures
Time Off/Leave
Bereavement Leave
FMLA
Sick Leave
Helpful Resources/Links
www.grief-recovery.com provides information, resources and news to help individuals deal with grief.
www.griefshare.com features resources to assist people in grieving the death of a friend or family member. Provides a database of GriefShare support groups.
http://www.sidscenter.org provides educational information and resources for families who have lost a child to SIDS.
Mourning Hope-Grief Support Group for children, teens and young adults who have experienced the death of someone significant in their life. 488-8989
Charlie Brown's Kids-Grief Support Group for children and teens ages 3-18 years, who have experienced the death of a parent. Surviving parents meet concurrently. 483-1845
HOPE-Support Group for parents who have lost a baby due to miscarriage, stillbirth or death of a newborn. 473-2822 Meets 1st Wednesday of every month at BryanLGH.
Community Friends Support group for those who have lost a child. 477-0857. Meets the 3rd Thursday of every month.
Addictions
Articles/Information
Profile of a Problem Gambler
How Can I Manage Compulsive Shopping and Spending?
Alcohol and Drug Dependency
UNL Connections/Resources
EAP - The Employee Assistance Program provides provides professional assessment, counseling and referrals for Chemical Dependency and Addiction Issues.
Answers4Families provides thousands of pages of information for families including state and national resources, support group schedules and e-mail support groups.
On-Line Self Assessments - Alcohol Screening
NebGuide provide educational articles written by UNL Extension Educators that address a variety of relationship issues.
UNL Policy/Procedures
Time Off/Leave
FMLA
Alcohol/Drug Policy
DOT policy
Helpful Resources/Links
Addictions.org provides information educational materials on addictive behaviors and drug addiction.
National Center on Addiction and Substance Abuse (CASA) features resources for dealing with substance abuse.
Gamblers Anonymous offers information and assistance for those struggling with a compulsive gambling problem.
Alcohol and Drug Abuse provide information and useful resources related to alcohol and drug abuse, drug addition and codependency.
DARE (Drug Abuse Resistance Education) program gives children the skills they need to avoid involvement in alcohol and drugs.
Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) provides information about 12 Step program and information regarding alcoholism. Lincoln Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) provides information on meetings in Lincoln and surrounds communities.
Al-Anon and Alateen offers supportive services for family and friends of alcoholics. Site includes a meeting locator.
Narcotics Anonymous provides information on community based support meetings for recovering drug addicts.
Stress Management
Articles/Information
A Word to the Wise: Stress Control
Children & Stress: Are You Pushing Your Child to Hard?
When Your Workday is Night
UNL Connections/Resources
EAP - The Employee Assistance Program provides educational information, problem solving and professional counseling services to deal with personal and workplace stress.
NebGuide provide educational articles written by UNL Extension Educators that address a variety of relationship issues.
UNL Policy/Procedures
Time Off/Leave
Helpful Resources/Links
Coping.org provides learning materials designed to help you manage life's challenges.
American Institute of Stress features a monthly newsletter and information on stress and related health topics.
Physical Health
Health Life Style
Articles/Information
Mind and Body Health: Did You Know?
Talking to Your Kids about Nutrition
Healthy Lifestyle-Elements of Living Well
UNL Connections/Resources
EAP - The Employee Assistance Program provides educational information, problem solving and professional counseling services.
Chirs-Consumer health Information Resource Service - This service provided by the University of Nebraska Medical Center offers a tailored package of information collected by a UNMC Health Sciences Librarian and is free to residents of Nebraska.
Answers4Families provides thousands of pages of information for families including state and national resources, support group schedules and e-mail support groups.
NebGuide provide educational articles written by UNL Extension Educators.
UNL Policy/Procedures
Benefit
Helpful Resources/Links
Medline Plus provides extensive information on health related topics
Healthfinder offers reliable health information sponsored by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
American Council on Exercise provides health and fitness tips, healthy recipes and exercise library.
American Heart Association-Healthy Lifestyle offer information on healthy eating, exercise and heart health issues.
Medical Resources
Articles/Information
Good News for People with Diabetes
Ten Ways to Recognize Hearing Loss
UNL Connections/Resources
EAP - The Employee Assistance Program provides provides educational information, problem solving and professional counseling services.
Chirs-Consumer Health Information Resource Service - This service provided by the University of Nebraska Medical Center offers a tailored package of information collected by a UNMC Health Sciences Librarian and is free to residents of Nebraska.
Answers4Families provides thousands of pages of information for families including state and national resources, support group schedules and e-mail support groups.
Ask Rx is a service of the Nebraska Pharmacists Association. You may ask specific questions about drugs or drug interactions and receive a person e-mail reply.
NebGuide provide educational articles written by UNL Extension Educators that address a variety of relationship issues.
UNL Policy/Procedures
Time Off/Leave
FMLA/Sick Leave
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
EyeCare Insurance
Helpful Resources/Links
Medline Plus provides extensive information on health related topics
Healthfinder offers reliable health information sponsored by the Office of Disease Prevention and Health Promotion
Brown University's Health Education provides a wide range of health topics
Workplace Focus
Workplace Communications
Articles/Information
Borderline Personality Disorder
What is Eating Disorder Prevention
UNL Connections/Resources
EAP - The Employee Assistance Program -Provides consultations to employees regarding workplace communication issues.
NebGuide provide educational articles written by UNL Extension Educators that address a variety of relationship issues.
UNL Business Seminars Program - Earn a certificate in one of three areas: Management Development, Advanced Management, or Executive Development.
UNL Policy/Procedures
Employee Relations
Helpful Resources/Links
Dealing with Conflicts
Articles/Information
Managing Conflict Creatively
UNL Connections/Resources
EAP - The Employee Assistance Program provides consultation training and mediation services to assist employees and departments in addressing conflict issues.
NebGuide provide educational articles written by UNL Extension Educators.
UNL Business Seminars Program - Earn a certificate in one of three areas: Management Development, Advanced Management, or Executive Development. p
UNL Policy/Procedures
Employee Relations
Helpful Resources/Links
The Association for Conflict Resolution provides information related to conflict resolution.
Conflict Resolution Network offers skills and strategies to build strong organizations and more productive relationship.
Supervisory Skills Development
Articles/Information
60 Second Guide to Training Your First (or 50th) Employee
What Motivates Your Employees
Supervisory Intervention-Do's & Don'ts
UNL Connections/Resources
EAP - The Employee Assistance Program -Provides consultation to supervisors regarding leadership development and dealing with employee performance concerns.
NebGuide provide educational articles written by UNL Extension Educators.
UNL Business Seminars Program - Earn a certificate in one of three areas: Management Development, Advanced Management, or Executive Development. p
UNL Policy/Procedures
Employee Relations
Helpful Resources/Links
