About the Wellness Force
The UES Wellness Force is a committee dedicated to encouraging Western Engineering students to practice
well-being through social media, events, and by sharing key resources. We want to be able to help you
cultivate your personal wellness.
It is important to recognize that there are many areas that contribute to your wellness, including emotional, occupational, physical, social, intellectual, and spiritual dimensions. Each individual needs to support their wellness dimensions differently.
Always speak up if you, or someone you may know, needs help. It can feel overwhelming to ask for help for yourself or someone else, but you are supported by the community and you are doing the right thing.
Resources
In Crisis:
If you need help now, call Reach Out at 1 (866) 933-2023. Reach Out is a 24/7 crisis response service. Additional resources and options can be found here.
Refer Yourself:
Western offers a variety of mental health services, including counselling and support groups for grief, eating disorders, and much more. If you are struggling or feel overwhelmed, check out this link.
Refer Others:
If someone you know is displaying direct or indirect references to suicide, threats, disruptive behaviours, disordered eating, or drug and alcohol misuse, refer them to get help through the following steps.
Additional Mental Health Resources:
If this is not a crisis, check out this link to see all of the options made available to you.
Intramurals:
Western offers a variety of intramurals, including innertube water polo, hockey, dodgeball, and more. Register and view your options here.
Rec Centre Classes:
Western offers a variety of exercise classes you can sign up for, including fitness classes, dance classes, aquatic classes, and so much more. Check out your options here.
Rec Center Information:
As a Western student, you can workout in the rec center at no additional cost. Find out more information about the rec center here.
Academic and General Support:
Academic and General Support: If you require academic or any additional support, do not hesitate to contact Undergraduate Services. You can book an appointment and they will be able to help you. You can find them here.
The UES Wellness Force has additional resources and we can point you in the right direction if you are unsure where to start. Feel free to get into contact with us if you have any questions.
