Work-life and well-being | Human Resources

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Connect one-on-one at no cost to you with therapists, specialists and other experts who work at UK too. Appointments are available to you and your family members.

Appointments currently available by phone or Zoom

Mental health therapist

Financial expert

Health and wellness coach

Dietitian

Exercise specialist

Elder care specialist

Tobacco cessation specialist

A connected, caring work community

We’re inspiring more connection with each other and work

Ways to strengthen your work community

University-wide employee engagement

We’re committing to diversity, equity and inclusion

University-wide plan and actions

We’re donating leave time and money to colleagues in need

Shared leave donations and requests

Experiencing challenges? HR is here to help! Please contact us.

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News

January 27, 2016

Preparing for parental leave

So, you are familiar with the leave and benefits we offer to new UK parents, but what does the timeline look like when preparing for leave? 1. Determine the length and timing of your leave 2. Find child care - these programs are often on a 9-10 month waiting list. If you are interested, we encourage you to talk to the directors as early as possible.

December 07, 2015

How Can I Set Myself Up for Fulfilling Holidays?

Cue the music and pour the eggnog, it’s the most wonderful time of the year, right? Sociologist and author Dr. Christine Carter write, “Many adults love the idea of the holidays more than their actual experience of them – mostly because their list of holiday-related tasks and obligations outweighs the joy of it all.”

July 18, 2014

Finding breastfeeding support

Use these available resources to find the support for breastfeeding and lactation you need.

July 18, 2013

Breastfeeding support from UK HealthCare

Mommy and Me Breastfeeding Clinic This clinic is a free service available to all moms who would like to breastfeed and are interested in having a breastfeeding assessment performed by Kentucky Children's Hospital providers. During your visit, the baby will be weighed and examined and a physician and lactation consultant will work with the new mom to develop a plan to meet her breastfeeding needs. For appointments, please call 859-323-6211