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This organization was created to encourage resilience and compassion in the hearts of health care wo Can compassion be taught?

The purpose of the Compassionate Care Initiative is to cultivate a resilient and compassionate healthcare workforce—locally, regionally, and nationally— through innovative educational and experiential programs. Our vision is to have safe and high functioning healthcare environments with healthy and happy healthcare professionals and where heart and humanness are valued and embodied. UVa Nursing's

all volunteer army of nurses, physicians, administrators, professors and students are learning concrete ways to insert compassion into every patient interaction -- and they're bolstering their own resilience in the process. Through this page, we will be advertising all of our weekly drop-in events, as well as special events, including guest speakers! You can also follow us on Instagram and twitter!

11/08/2025

Practice: As you encounter people throughout the day, say to yourself “just like me, they want to be… (e.g. happy, healthy, loved).”

Why it matters: Boosts empathy and cultivates a sense of shared humanity, deepening our feelings of connection. 👥

UVA School of Nursing

07/08/2025

For 16 years, we’ve provided thousands of UVA School of Nursing students a space to pause, reflect, and (re)connect with themselves and each other. Our retreats provide a different kind of skill-building - one that fosters deeper compassion, resilience, and purpose in practice.

📊 By the Numbers:
135 retreats in the last decade
2,870 nursing students supported in the last decade
13% students' self-reported increase⬆ in 'self-compassion' a month later

📖 Read more: https://magazine.nursing.virginia.edu/by-the-numbers_cci-retreats/

04/08/2025

Practice: Move your body. Set a timer, if you need a reminder, and start small. Try at least 1 minute of movement every hour and see how you feel.

Why it matters: Movement supports your physical health, as well as helps boost energy and focus.

UVA School of Nursing

01/08/2025

Congratulations to our dear friend and colleague, Richard Westphal, on receiving the DAISY Lifetime Achievement Award at yesterday's inaugural UVA Health Team Wellbeing Day! The room was filled with a joyful buzz throughout the event and we were grateful to be a part of it!

30/07/2025

💡 Entering its fifth year, the Learning Series, accredited through UVA Health Continuing Education, offers programs focused on increasing well-being, improving collaboration, and using voice & leadership to provide compassionate care.

Geared towards all health workers - healthcare professionals, caregivers,
students, faculty, staff, and community members – programming varies from traditional lectures to film screenings and everything in between. Regardless of the format, it’s all about relieving human suffering—together. 👥

UVA School of Nursing

28/07/2025

Practice: Change your perspective. Sit in a different seat 🪑 in class, at the cafeteria, or on the bus.
Why it matters: Encourages cognitive flexibility and openness to new experiences. This small shift in perspective can also boost focus and spark creativity.

Change your seat, change your mindset. Sometimes, a new view is all you need. 🌟

UVA School of Nursing

24/07/2025

When nurses thrive, patients do too. Learn about how we're investing in newly licensed nurses—not just to support their transition to practice, but to strengthen the future of healthcare.

21/07/2025

Practice: Write a love letter to yourself. ✍️💌
Why it matters: It nurtures self-compassion and builds emotional resilience by creating a kinder, more supportive inner voice.

You deserve your own kind words—what would you say to yourself today? Feeling stuck, what is something you would say to a friend? Give yourself that some encouragement.

UVA School of Nursing

16/07/2025

Our teammates call us the “joy fairies” — and honestly, we’re honored. 💫
Every time the rolls out, it’s like a sprinkle of magic — a little fairy dust of gratitude, encouragement, and delight. ✨

With snacks in hand and therapy pups in tow 🐾, we’ve loved bringing moments of pause and appreciation to our incredible UVA Health team members. From Zion Crossroads to Fontaine, North Fork to University Medical Center — and so many meaningful stops in between — the CCI Cart continues to roll with purpose and heart💙

We say it every time, and we mean it: CCI Cart days are the best days! 🥰

Many thanks to the UVA School of Nursing students and UVA Hospital Auxiliary therapy dogs for their help! Here’s to another year of spreading joy, one cart stop at a time!

14/07/2025

Practice: Call someone you enjoy talking to - especially if it’s been a while.
Why it matters: Strong social connections are key to happiness and mental health. A quick chat can go a long way. 💬💛

Who’s someone you’ve been meaning to catch up with?

UVA School of Nursing

07/07/2025

For the rest of the summer ☀️, we’re sharing weekly, bite-sized practices from our Micro-Moment Wellbeing Calendar (🔗: https://linkin.bio/uvacompassion). Follow for simple ways to boost well-being and stay present. Small moments, big impact. 💥

Today's practice: Pick a color—any color—and notice how often it shows up throughout your day.
Why it matters: This simple habit builds mindful awareness, helping you stay grounded, reduce stress, and reconnect with the present moment 🌿✨

Try it today: What color will you choose? 👀💬⬇

UVA School of Nursing

30/06/2025

✨ Another Retreat season wrapped! ✨

For more than 15 years, this signature UVA School of Nursing program has empowered students with tools for self-care, compassion, and collective well-being 💙

Huge thanks to our incredible facilitators, supportive faculty, generous hosts, and amazing caterers — your contributions make these retreats truly special 🙌

Have you joined us for a retreat? We’d love to hear — what was your favorite moment or practice? ⬇️

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