Health and Wellness Survey for UFV Employees

The purpose of the following survey is to gather information on the current health and wellness of UFV employees. This survey is anonymous and will be used for information purposes within the institution for implementing and prioritizing employee health and wellness. In addition, a portion of this information will be used to support a faculty sabbatical project. A general summary of current employee health and health behaviours will be shared within UFV. This is a partnered project with Human Resources. If there are any questions, please contact survey administrator Amber Johnston at amber.johnston@ufv.ca
Thank you in advance for taking the time to participate in this survey which will take approximately 15 minutes to complete.
Please respond accordingly to the following statements and questions.
1.What is your employee category?
2.What is your current gender?
3.What is your age?
4.In general,how would you rate your current overall health?
5.My health and wellness is a priority and considered what?
6.I am familiar with and understand the 6 dimensions of health and wellness (emotional, occupational, physical, social, intellectual and spiritual).
7.I consider myself to be:
8.I snack on unhealthy snacks during work hours.
9.I snack on unhealthy snacks in the evening.
10.Within the last 6 months I have tried or am currently on a diet.
11.I food prep ahead of time for my week (prepping meals, worktime snacks, etc.)
12.I follow a healthy diet based on the Canada Food Guide.
13.I sit for 4 hours or more during the day (with minimal or no break).
14.I currently follow a weekly exercise or training routine.
15.I participate in 30 minutes or more of moderate physical activity on most days of the week (activity that raises heart rate; examples can include brisk walking, raking the yard, mopping floors, or playing tennis with a partner).
16.I find that I don't have time for my interests/hobbies outside of work.
17.I participate in online webinars or information sessions provided through UFV Human Resources.
18.I am a current/active member of the Manulife Vitality program through Human Resources.
19.I would be interested in knowing more about the Manulife Vitality program in the future.
20.I would follow a UFV HR social media account (i.e. Instagram, Twitter) for information about Manulife Vitality program, motivation quotes, health and wellness tips and tricks, recipes and more.
21.I monitor my blood pressure.
22.I know and understand what my blood pressure measurement means.
23.I monitor my cholesterol levels.
24.I know and understand what my cholesterol values mean.
25.In the last year I have had a routine physical completed with a physician, including pre-screening for my age group (i.e. breast screening, colorectal screening).
26.I have been diagnosed with a chronic disease/condition.
27.I would be interested in attending a chronic disease management program/workshop series to better support and manage my condition.
28.I am interested in knowing my cardiovascular health risk.
29.I participate or engage in activities to support my spriitual health (i.e. meditation, yoga, mindfulness, etc.)
30.I currently get the recommended 7-9 hours of sleep each night.
31.I have difficulty falling asleep.
32.I wake up in the morning feeling refreshed.
33.I wake up often during the night.
34.I have a hard time feeling relaxed.
35.I feel I don't have enough time to get everything I want to get done, done.
36.I feel stressed out overall.
37.What are your coping methods for stress reduction (select all that apply)?
38.During times of stress, I can still complete tasks required and goals I have set for myself.
39.My workplace environment has a positive impact on my health and wellness.
40.I carpool/ride share or rely modes of transportation to get to and from work such as biking, bus, shuttle.
41.Please indicate how the pandemic has influenced your physical activity levels.
42.Please indicate how the pandemic has influenced your mental health.
43.Please indicate how the pandemic has influenced your quality of sleep.
44.Please indicate how the pandemic has influenced your social activity and enjoyment.
45.Please indicate how the pandemic has influenced your overall diet.
46.Please indicated how the pandemic has influenced your alcohol and/or tobacco consumption.
47.I consume alcoholic beverages more than the recommended weekly consumption (no more than 10 drinks a week for women, with no more than 2 drinks a day most days. No more than 15 drinks a week for men, with no more than 3 drinks a day most days).
48.How often do you have a drink containing alcohol?
49.On the occasions that you do drink alcoholic beverages, how many drinks do you typically have?
50.I am a current smoker (including cigarettes, vape or other)
51.I am interested in participating in a smoking cessation program.
52.What would you like to see more of offered through HR to support your health and wellness behaviours and workplace?
53.Thank you for your participation. If you would like to be entered into a draw for $250 to be reimbursed to you for a health incentive of your choice (massage, nutritionist, personal training etc.) please enter your email address. All your questions will still remain anonymous.