UB has implemented several guidelines and protocols to ensure that our campuses are safe for our faculty, staff and student employees.
Need help with UB's COVID-19 protocols for employees? Please contact:
Monitoring our individual health and managing physical and emotional wellness are vital to maintaining a healthy campus community.
UB community members may be experiencing high amounts of anxiety and stress related to the COVID-19 pandemic and the changes it has forced on our lives. UB is committed to helping all members of the campus community cope with mental and emotional challenges.
Taking care of your emotional health during this uncertain time will help you think clearly, prioritize your concerns and react appropriately to protect yourself and your family.
UB Employee Assistance Program (EAP) staff can offer guidance to help you reset your thoughts and emotions, and regain your balance. EAP provides information, assessment, problem-solving and referral services for all university faculty, staff, their families and retirees on any work or life concern. EAP services are free, voluntary and confidential.
If you’re not sure if you need help, take these two quick, anonymous tests. They can help you think about how well you're coping. Then contact EAP for help or if you just need someone to talk to about your thoughts.
Learn more about coping with COVID-19 from the CDC.
Self-care refers to activities and practices that we can engage in on a regular basis to reduce stress and enhance our health and well-being. Practicing self-care will help you:
These free tools designed from UB faculty experts are available to all employees.
Self-Care Starter Kit from UB School of Social Work
Mindful Self-Care Scale from Catherine Cook-Cottone, UB Graduate School of Education, Department of Counseling, School and Educational Psychology.
UB offers training in a variety of wellness skills and techniques. Check out the HR Training Catalog for more information.
Exercise plays an important role in well-being and mental health. UB Recreation Services offers several mostly free resources and classes that can be done inside with limited space and equipment. We may be practicing social distancing, but we can still work out and stay fit both physically and mentally.
Source: Human Resources
New information about COVID-19 symptoms is being confirmed often. As of this writing, common COVID-19 symptoms include the following. Symptoms may appear two to 14 days after exposure to the virus. Please be sure to check the CDC website for the latest known COVID-19 Symptoms.
People with these symptoms may have COVID-19:
