WellBAMA is the University of Alabama’s signature wellness program for faculty and staff. Taking care of your health is more important than ever. This free, personalized program is designed to enhance employee health and overall quality of life. It offers health screenings, coaching, a variety of engaging well-being activities, and a financial incentive for participation.
By taking part, you’ll learn how to take control of our health and achieve greater fulfillment and balance in your life. WellBAMA provides guidance at every step, supported by a team of dedicated health and wellness professionals who are committed to helping you assess your current health, set personalized goals, and offer the activities and resources you need to achieve them.
Earn WellBAMA Rewards – WellBAMA Rewards pays you to participate and improve your health
Taking care of your health is more important than ever. Participating in your annual free WellBAMA health screening also includes a financial WellBAMA Reward. Eligible faculty and staff will earn a $50 gift card immediately at the time of the screening.
Complete a qualifying program AND attend a wellness class and earn an additional $50 in WellBAMA Rewards. Payment for the additional $50 will only be issued to those that are full-time, benefit-eligible employees at the time of Reward distribution. Qualifying program and wellness class requirements must be completed by December 1 to be paid in December 2024. Program requirements completed by December 31 are paid in January 2025.
Check Your WellBAMA Rewards Status
The WellBAMA portal now shows your real-time progress for the year, helping you see what you need to complete in order to earn your WellBAMA Rewards.
WellBAMA Health Screenings
The WellBAMA program begins with your personal health screening. The measurements taken during your screening include: height, weight, blood pressure, cholesterol, triglycerides, blood glucose, and other health factors. To ensure accurate results, participants should drink plenty of water. Fasting for your health screening is preferred, but not required. Once you complete your health screening you will meet with your personal health coach.
During your health coaching session, we will offer education and interpretation of your health screening results, discuss lifestyle choices that can impact health, and provide resources available on campus and in the community to assist in making positive lifestyle changes.
Benefit eligible UA employees may attend one (1) WellBAMA health screenings per calendar year.
Note: Participants can substitute blood work results from their primary care provider for the on-site blood work screening, with additional measurements completed during the health screening.
Upcoming WellBAMA Health Screening Locations:
| Date | Location | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, September 17 | Gorgas Library (Camellia Room) | 7:30am-1:00pm |
| Wednesday, September 25 | Bidgood Hall (Student Lounge) | 7:30am-1:00pm |
| Wednesday, October 30 | Capstone College of Nursing (Room 1035) | 7:30am-1:00pm |
| Tuesday, November 12 | Smith Hall (2nd Floor) | 7:30am-1:00pm |
| Wednesday, November 20 | UA Student Center (Room 3104) | 7:30am-1:00pm |
Flu shots available all WellBAMA health screenings beginning September 10th
Flu Blast, sponsored by the College of Community Health Sciences, offers Free Flu Shots for all UA faculty/staff, spouses, students and retirees through the fall semester.
You may receive program credit for participation in wellness programs other than programs facilitated by Wellness and Work-Life. Complete this form for approval.
You may also have your health care provider complete a Medical Qualification Form instead of attending a campus WellBAMA health screening event. Must be submitted within 30 days of exam date.
Get all the answers to your questions about the WellBAMA program.
Terminated or departed employees are not eligible to receive the Reward at the end of the year. Retired employees that complete all requirements by the date of retirement will receive their Reward at the end of that current year. All Rewards are a taxable benefit.
Notice of Reasonable Alternative Standard: Your WellBAMA program is committed to helping you achieve your best health. Rewards for participating in a wellness program are available to all employees. If you think you might be unable to meet a standard for a reward under this wellness program, you might qualify for an opportunity to earn the same reward by different means. Contact the Wellness and Work-Life Manager at 205-348-6153 or ccmacvicar@ua.edu and we will work with you (and, if you wish, with your doctor or nurse practitioner) to find a wellness program with the same reward that is right for you in light of your health status.