Work/Life Programs
The following upcoming programs provide tools and strategies related to life transitions, parenting skills, work/life navigation, and effective relationships and are offered to the Cornell community (faculty, staff, students, and retirees) at no charge. Programs are facilitated by the Office of Workforce Diversity and Inclusion (WDI) unless otherwise noted.
Online
registration form
Questions? Contact WDI at wellbeing@cornell.edu
or (607) 255-5298.
Adopting a New Pet: Strategies for Ensuring a Good Fit - Register Here
- November 17, 12-1 p.m., Hagan Room, Shurman Hall
This workshop will discuss why you should consider adopting a shelter or rescue animal and how to make the best fit for your family.
Presenter: Kelley Bollen, MS, CABC. Kelley is the Director of Behavior Programs for Maddie's Shelter Medicine Program at Cornell University's College of Veterinary Medicine. In this role she teaches veterinary residents and veterinary students about behavior and consults with area animal shelters about the importance of behavioral health for their animals.
Discussing Diversity as a Family - Register Here
- January 28, 2010, 12-1 p.m., 340 Duffield Hall
Presented by Travis Winter, Counselor, Counseling for School Success Franziska Racker Centers, LCSW-R.
Flexible Work Arrangements: Tools for Supervisors - WEBINAR - Register Here
- February 16, 10-10:40 a.m.
Flexible Work Arrangements are an excellent way to fulfill business needs while supporting the work/life navigation of employees. Occasional use, alternative start/stop times, compressed work weeks, telecommuting, and job shares are all formats of flexibility, but how does a supervisor effectively manage these arrangements and meet the goals of the department? How do you communicate arrangements to your staff? How do you document/track these arrangements? And what do you do when challenges arise? Attend this live webinar to hear answers to these questions and more. After registering, you will receive the log-in information via email.
Presenter: Michelle Artibee, Associate Director, Work/Life Programs, Office of Human Resources
Addressing the Needs of Individuals with Disabilities in the Workforce: Resources, Accommodations, and Work/Life/Family Concerns - WEBINAR - Register Here
- February 18, 2010, 10-10:40 a.m.
Do you know what to do when an applicant requests a disability accommodation in order to attend an interview? Or what to do when a medical condition requires some type of workplace accommodation? What about accessibility in event or meeting planning? Transportation? To help continue to make Cornell an Employer of Choice, come learn about the resources available at Cornell University, including the Disability Accommodation Process policy.
Presenters: Wendy Strobel, Program Associate for the Northeast ADA Center & Patti Bennett Riddle, Manager, Medical Leaves Administration
Flexible Work Arrangements: Tools for Staff - WEBINAR - Register Here
- February 24, 12-12:40 p.m.
Flexible Work Arrangements are an excellent way to fulfill business needs while also navigating your own (and supporting your colleagues) work/life responsibilities. Alternative Start/Stop Times, Compressed Work Weeks, Telecommuting, and Job Shares are all formats of flexibility, but what are the pros/cons to these various arrangements? How should you communicate your interest in these arrangements to your supervisor? How can you support your colleagues in their desire to have a flexible work arrangement? What are some tips on productivity with these arrangements? Attend this free live webinar to hear answers to these questions and more. After registering, you will receive the log-in information via email.
Presenter: Michelle Artibee, Associate Director, Work/Life Programs, Office of Human Resources
Cyber Safety & Bullying: What Parents Should Know - Register Here
- February 25, 2010, 12-1 p.m., 340 Duffield Hall
The Internet is filled with an enormous array of new and interesting services that offer convenience, social networking opportunities and broad access to information. Unfortunately, some of these services can also lead to on-line stalking, abuse, threats to privacy, identity theft and access to things not appropriate for some age groups. All too often, our children understand more about these services and make broader use of them without the benefit of adult supervision and guidance. This discussion will introduce parents to some of the threats facing children while on-line and offer some practical steps parents can consider to help keep their children safe. Presented by Steve Schuster, Director of IT Security, Cornell Information Technologies.
Breastfeeding Series (3-part series) - Register Here
- Thursdays, March 4, 11, and 18th, 2010, 12-1 p.m., 340 Duffield Hall
Part 1: Breastfeeding Basics: Learn evidence-based information on ways to get the first days of breastfeeding off to the best possible start.
Part 2: Pumping Power: What pump should I buy or rent? When should I start pumping? When should I introduce a bottle? Learn how to make the most of those early weeks at home with your baby.
Part 3: The Working Mama: Discuss strategies for planning your return to work, for pumping while on the job, and what to expect from the baby when you get home at the end of the day.
Presented by Jeanette McCullouch, Founder, Birthways.
Kids Tips: Practical and Proven Tips on Raising Your Child - Register Here
- March 23, 12-1 p.m., Room 221 Weill Hall
Using the book Kid Tips: Proven Child Care Tips from Experienced Parents Across the Country, by bestselling author Tom McMahon, as a guide, we will share and discuss child rearing tips that have been used and proven to be successful (or not!). Come discover new tested and proven child rearing techniques and hear what works for your own colleagues. Come ready to share your own tips on mealtime, discipline, bedtime, health and safety and more.
Ask a Veterinarian: Understanding Challenging Behaviors of Pets - Register Here
- April 6, 2010, 12-1 p.m., location TBD
Presented by Dr. Julia Albright, College of Veterinary Medicine.
Work/Life On the Go! Teleconference - Register Here
- April 7th, 2010, 12:00-12:30 p.m.
This program is a 30-minute teleconference opportunity to learn about Cornell’s work/life services and programs including flexible scheduling tools, elder and child care concerns, Cornell’s Child Care Center and grants, lactation support program, adoption assistance grants, Wellness/EAP/LBGT programs, workshops, network/support groups, and e-lists.
Fantastic Fathers: Practical Tools for Building Strong Relationships - Register Here
- April 15, 2010, 2:30-4:30 p.m., location TBD
The day to day situations presented in the life of a father can be overwhelming, baffling, and frustrating. If you are interested in learning strategies to improve your general parenting skills in hopes of continuing to develop positive relationships with your children, come and learn about the role of fatherhood, how it has changed and what those changes mean for today’s parenting. Dads of all family makeups are welcome! Presented by Travis Winter, Counselor, Counseling for School Success Franziska Racker Centers, LCSW-R.
Networks
Parents of Children with Special Needs Network - Register Here
- November 10, 12-1 p.m., B12 Day Hall. Topic: The Family Resource Network is a non-profit agency that serves individuals with special needs and their families. Come to learn more about their services.
- Future dates (all from 12-1p.m. in B12 Day Hall): December 8, February 9, March 9, April 13, May 11
This network is geared for those that are raising children, grandchildren, or other loved ones with special needs. Participants are welcome to share their experiences, successes, and challenges, and provide input on the frequency and structure of future meetings. All types of special needs concerns are welcome (ie physical, behavioral, emotional, mental, etc.).
Caregiver Support & Education Network - Register Here
Are you providing care for an adult family member, spouse, or friend? If so, you are invited to attend meetings of the Caregiver Support & Education Network. Participants are welcome to attend when their schedule allows. The facilitators will share strategies, tools, and resources for coping with stress, caregiver guilt, and burnout as well as information on local/national resources that may assist you.
- November 19, 12-1 p.m., 354 Duffield Hall. Topic: Financial and Legal Concerns for Elders. This topic, presented by Joy Blumkin, attorney with Blumkin, Finlay & Bixler LLP, will address common legal and financial concerns of the elderly and their caregivers such as planning for the expense of long-term care and planning for incapacity (advance directives, guardianship, trusts).
- December 17, 12-1 p.m., 354 Duffield Hall. Topic: General discussion
- January 21, 12-1 p.m., 354 Duffield Hall. Topic: Senior Housing
- February 18, 12-1 p.m., 354 Duffield Hall. Topic: General discussion
- March 18, 12-1 p.m., 354 Duffield Hall. Topic: Geriatric Massage. This presentation will focus on the benefits of massage; touch combined with compassion. You will be offered tools to add to your tool kit as you care for your elders, and will also cover the benefits of massage for you as the caregiver.
- April 15, 12-1 p.m., 354 Duffield Hall. Topic: General discussion
- May 20, 12-1 p.m., 354 Duffield Hall. Topic: Life Stories
Facilitator: Eileen Whang, Dependent Care Consultant for the Office of Workforce Diversity and Inclusion