Wellness during times of global crisis

With Russia’s military action in Ukraine and other unsettling events occurring across the globe, the world is witnessing a frightening threat to global democracy that could have far reaching impacts of significant magnitude. Some within Michigan Medicine may be experiencing deep angst and concern for the people of Ukraine, and could benefit from additional support.
Both Michigan Medicine and the university offer resources focused on wellbeing in order to address anxiety, stress, anger and frustration:
- Michigan Medicine’s Office of Counseling and Workplace Resilience
- Michigan Medicine Wellness Office
- University of Michigan Wellness Resources for Faculty and Staff
- U-M Medical School Well-being Help Center
If you would like to help those in the affected region, here are some external resources:
- How to Help People in Ukraine Right Now | Time
- Conflict in Ukraine poses immediate threat to children | UNICEF
- Ukraine | Read about the ICRC’s actions in the country
- Ukraine | How to Help & FAQs | Doctors Without Borders
- Crisis in Ukraine: How To Help | Project HOPE
As a collective community, Michigan Medicine continues to push forward and stay true to its mission of advancing health for Michigan and the world.
Staying true to core values — integrity, caring, innovation, inclusion and teamwork — will accompany and guide the commitment to democracy, nonviolence and diplomacy.
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