Feeling good physically can have a significant impact on your mental/emotional health. To support overall employee wellness, UCSF participates in a free UC systemwide program called WorkStrong for those who may have been injured on the job. This program is designed to promote recovery and prevent future workplace injuries. 

WorkStrong participants at UCSF are eligible for a 6-month gym membership, exercise guidance, and nutrition counseling, among other services.  

Who qualifies for WorkStrong  

Employees with at least two work-related injuries in the past 24 months, provided that: 

• Their clinician feels they’re a good candidate and are medically ready for exercise.
• The employee is in “good standing” with the University.
• The employee wants to participate. 

Employees with one injury can be recommended by their clinician on a case-by-case basis. 

Benefits of WorkStrong 

WorkStrong participants have shared many positive results from the program including a greater understanding about nutrition, building their physical strength and endurance, a more positive outlook, more confidence in themselves, and building resilience.   

“I benefited from learning ways to keep healthy and strong,” said a recent WorkStrong participant. “After my injury I was deeply concerned about being debilitated, not being able to work, not being able to feel good in my body. WorkStrong gave me tools to utilize beyond the end of the program. Perhaps more importantly, it gave me renewed hope that my body is still capable of health and vigor, with continued attention and effort.” 

Reach out to UCSF’s WorkStrong Coordinator, Sonia Miller to discuss your potential eligibility and get started. Learn more about how WorkStrong benefits UC employees on UCnet.