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Planning for the Unexpected: Your Guide to Financial Emergency Preparedness

Life can be unpredictable—but your finances don’t have to be. Building an emergency fund is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your financial well-being. Whether it’s an unexpected medical bill, car repair or job loss, having a financial cushion can help you weather the storm without derailing your long-term goals. [...]

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Navigating Tough Conversations with Aging Loved Ones: Dr. David Lafazia’s Expert Guidance

When it comes to discussing sensitive topics with aging parents or relatives, many of us feel unprepared, anxious, and uncertain about how to proceed. Words like “frustration,” “fear,” “guilt,” and the tension between “autonomy and safety” often come to mind. If this resonates with you, you’re not alone—and there is a path forward. In our [...]

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Honoring Our Nurses: Monthlong Wellness Support and Appreciation

At the University of Washington, we are proud to recognize and celebrate the extraordinary contributions of our nurses across UW Medicine during Nurses Week—and all month long. As part of this year’s celebration, The Whole U is offering a series of wellness-focused resources and opportunities to support, uplift and thank you for the vital care [...]

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Understanding your credit scores

This article was provided by our partners at BECU. Get even more financial wellness tips by downloading our 30 Ways to Improve Your Financial Wellness Checklist presented by BECU. From stepping on the bathroom scale to analyzing blood samples, we have lots of ways to measure our physical health, but what about our financial health? One measure [...]

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Spring Well-Being Fairs: Bringing Joy and Care to UW Medicine Hospital Staff

This spring, The Whole U brought wellness to in-patient UW Medicine hospital staff at our annual Well-Being Fairs. This offerings supports and uplifts the hard working hospital staff at UWMC-Montlake, UWMC- Northwest and Harborview Medical Center, encouraging well-being and connection. The fairs featured The Whole U’s wellness offerings alongside creative activities: DIY aromatherapy sachets, relaxing puzzles and [...]

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Get in the Game — support the life-saving work of NMDP

The University of Washington is proud to partner with the National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP), formally known as Be The Match. NMDP is a renowned education, research and advocacy organization that oversees the world’s largest marrow registry. This partnership plays a crucial role in linking individuals battling life-threatening blood diseases and cancers with potential life-saving [...]

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May is Bike Everywhere Month

In celebration bicycling’s many benefits, UW Transportation invites all of UW to take part in Bike Everywhere Month this May. Did you know that University of Washington employees make over 21,000 bike commute trips to the UW in a typical week? Bicycling isn’t just great for your overall physical health; it also alleviates congestion on [...]

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Roadmap to Retirement: Planning with Confidence

Planning for retirement isn’t just about the numbers—it’s about preparing for a future where you feel secure, supported and free to live life on your own terms. Whether retirement is decades away or just around the corner, the steps you take now can shape what’s possible later. At the University of Washington, you also have [...]

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Saving and Budgeting Basics

Surprises Are Nice—But Not When It Comes to Your Money If you’re scrambling to pay the bills each month, you may want to consider implementing a budget. A budget helps you stay on top of your finances and avoid the stress of unexpected expenses. Here are three methods from our partners at TIAA to manage [...]

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