Social Well-Being
Emergency Resources
- 24/7 Mental Health Line: call (800) 252-8039 (TTY: 711)
- 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: call or text 988 (TTY: 711, then 988) or online chat at 988lifeline.org
Social well-being refers to the quality of relationships and interactions a person has with others and their sense of belonging within a community.
Core Elements of Social Well-being include:
- Connection: Feeling close to and valued by others
- Support: Having reliable people to turn to
- Engagement: Participating in meaningful social activities, groups, or communities
- Communication: Being able to express oneself and listen effectively
- Belonging: Feeling accepted and included in social circles or environments
Below is a list of resources that can help fulfill the core elements of a social wel-lbeing:
Engagement
Engagement with other staff and faculty can contribute positively to your social well-being. See our Human Resources Calendar of Events for such opportunities!
Group Fitness
Explore the Wellness and Success Center's group fitness schedule, healthy workshops, and other amenities as a way to engage with other UHD community members.
Texas Work Well Virtual Wellness Calendar
UHD Staff Council is dedicated to increasing communication, providing staff-requested organizational assistance, and ensuring staff issues, concerns, and interests are relayed to senior University leaders.