Publications
February 2025 Wellness Updates
Check out the upcoming well-being programs and resources available at UI to assist you on your journey.
Are you looking for past liveWELL newsletter issues? Check out all of our previous quarterly issues and wellness updates in our Newsletter and Wellness Updates Archives.
2024 Annual Report
This report highlights programs, services, and outcomes, and also shares focus areas for the future as we continue to deliver on our mission to “inspire a culture of well-being and campus excellence providing employees with the opportunity to thrive.”
See our annual report archives for more.
Well-Being Checklist
Guide to best practices for workplace culture, well-being resources, and wellness steps your department can take today. (Email livewell@uiowa.edu to request print copies.)
Featured News
Completing the PHA leads UI Health Care employee to health coach, new healthy habits
Thursday, January 2, 2025
The PHA is a short, confidential survey faculty and staff are asked to complete annually in an effort to encourage reflection on their personal and professional well-being. Insights from the PHA drive strategic decisions and ensure resources are allocated to meaningful programs and services.
New mobile app connects UI employees with elder caregiving resources, support
Monday, December 9, 2024
LivWell Seniors has launched a new mobile app, LivWell Connects, to simplify caregiving and quickly connect families with critical resources and support directly from a smartphone.
Office Olympics boost morale, encourage healthy habits for UI Health Care colleagues
Tuesday, November 19, 2024
The goal of the Office Olympics is to keep the activities simple and accessible, ensuring everyone can participate without needing a gym membership or special equipment.
Health fair brings campus together to encourage holistic well-being
Tuesday, October 29, 2024
Held in the historic UI Field House, employees visited throughout the day to get their flu shot, have their blood pressure checked, indulge in a chair massage, participate in the Mindfulness Labyrinth, and learn about various on- and off-campus services.
Pilot program provides new parents access to free swaddle, sleep sack
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
University Human Resources' new parent letter now includes a coupon to the University of Iowa Health Care Safety Store, which can be used to receive a free Halo swaddle or sleep sack.
Employee Well-Being Events
Diabetes Prevention Program
Thursday, February 27, 2025 12:00pm to Friday, January 9, 2026 12:00pm
This Diabetes Prevention Program is designed for individuals interested in strategies to eat healthier, become more active and reduce the risk of type 2 diabetes. Employees must meet with a liveWELL health coach to receive a referral.