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Healthy Trojans - Wellness at USC

Support Groups

CET Mentoring Programs at USC

CET's prime directive is to advance learning at all levels by providing and coordinating activities and programs that promote and support effective teaching and mentoring. Explore CET Mentoring programs to learn more.

Contact: (213) 740-9040
Email: usccet@usc.edu

Parent Education Group

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Sponsored by the Center for Work and Family Life, this monthly group is open to all faculty and staff to discuss a variety of parenting topics.

Contact: 213 821-0800

Los Angeles Caregiver Resource Center (LACRC)

LACRC offers resources, information, support groups, family consultations, respite, workshops and legal and financial consultations to people providing care at home for an adult with an acquired brain injury, such as Alzheimer’s disease, stroke, Parkinson’s and TBI. Services help with treating a range of issues related to the diagnosis and treatment of individual and family problems related to care-giving.

Contact: 800-540-4442
Email: lacrc@usc.edu

Weight Watchers at Work

The Center for Work and Family Life has brought Weight Watchers here to USC, so it’s easy for you to attend weekly meetings during your lunch hour.

With coaching and the insights and support of others, you can reach your weight-loss goals. Enjoy the support of other USC employees while you learn how to make wise food choices and still enjoy what you eat.

When: Thursdays, Ongoing
Time: 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Where: School of Law, Room 2
Dept: Center for Work and Family Life
Contact: Andrea Cruickshank 213 821-2837

Office of Religious Life

An addiction recovery support group sponsored by the Office of Religious Life  is open to all students and staff.

When:  Tuesdays, Ongoing
Time:   6:00 pm
Where: University Religious Center (URC), Room 108
Dept:    Office of Religious Life
Emailorl@usc.edu

Center for Women and Men

The Center for Women and Men offers support groups for survivors of gender-related harm, and their significant others. Confidential support groups accept new members during the first month of each semester. The size of each support group varies from semester to semester.

Contact: 213-740-4900

Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual Persons Caregiver Support Group

Gay, Lesbian, and Bisexual Persons Caregiver Support Group

Contact: 213-740-3493

Spouse and Adult Children Caregiver Support Group

The Spouse and Adult Children Caregiver Support Group is "for spouses, adult-children, or other caregivers who are caring for older adults with Alzheimer's Disease or similar conditions."

Contact: 213-740-3493

Working Mothers Support Group

The Working Mothers Support Group provides support for USC mothers, especially with young children, who are trying to balance work and family life.

Contact: 213-740-6045

Residential Education

student.jpgResidential education offers Residential Advisors (RAs) as a resource, to solve problems and plan activities. The Residential Student Government acts as a voice for residents and community.

Learning Enrichment Workshops

 The Academic Support Center offers free learning enrichment workshops on topics relevant to academic success and college-life transition.

Contact: 213 740-0776
Email: study@usc.edu

Freshman 15: Unlock Your Success at USC

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The Freshman 15 (F15) program seeks to create a welcoming, supportive environment for first year students; freshmen and transfer.

Contact: 213 740-5693
Email: stuacts@usc.edu 

Center for Academic Support

 The Center for Academic Support groups offer a small group format in which peers facing similar issues meet.

Contact: 213-740-0776

Lifestyle Redesign® for the College Student

Lifestyle Redesign® for the College Student provides individualized support and coaching throughout the year to help manage the demands of college. The occupational therapist assists the student with time management, lifestyle balance, health and wellness, transitioning to college, problem solving, planning, and overall support. Lifestyle Redesign® for the college student works in conjunction with Disability Services and Programs (DSP).

Fees apply. 20 visits per academic year, covered by USC Student Health Insurance. Co-pay $15.00.

Contact: (323) 442-3340
Email: otfp@usc.edu

Lifestyle Redesign® for Veterans

Lifestyle Redesign® for Veterans is focused on empowering veterans who have returned to college to succesfully transition to college life. This program also helps connect veterans with other veterans at USC, by joining their facebook group (search "USC Veterans").

Fees apply. May be covered by insurance.

Contact: (323) 442-3340
Email: otfp@usc.edu

Project Lifestyle

Project Lifestyle is a student-run club centered around designing and living a fun, meaningful & healthy lifestyle. Project Lifestyle is also on Facebook. Search for Project Lifestyle: Trojans for Healthy Living.

Contact: Karen McNulty kmcnulty@usc.edu

Trojan P.O.W.E.R. Programs

A lecture series composed of 4 events that all student-athletes must attend, the Trojan P.O.W.E.R. program topics include: Academic Achievement, Emotional Health, Substance Abuse, Diversity, Decision Making, and Leadership.

Contact: (213) 740-3801

Alcohol.Edu

Alcohol.edu is an online science-based alcohol prevention program that provides a tailored educational experience focusing on the impact of alcohol on mind and body. (Every incoming undergrad is required to pass this course prior to arriving on campus).

Contact: (213) 740-4777

Upcoming Events

Lifestyle Redesign Weight Management Program

Weekly: Tue 09/01/2009 - 12/15/2009; 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Weight Watchers at Work

Weekly: Thu 09/03/2009 - 01/07/2010; 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Turkey Trot 5K Fun Run

Tuesday 11/24/2009: 12:00 PM

Swim Stroke Clinics

Dates: 10/01/2009, 10/27/2009, 11/17/2009, 12/01/2009: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Stress Management Fair

Wednesday 12/02/2009: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Wellness in the Libraries

Search for Wellness info with the USC Libraries with this invaluable guide. (PDF)

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