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Wellbeing


Promoting wellbeing amongst teams and preventing burnout ultimately leads to a happier working environment and better patient care. Evidence from campaigns such as Civility Saves Lives has demonstrated why good teamwork matters in healthcare.

 

 

 

Here are some useful resources to help us to help each other:

Physical Health

Hero of Health 

Online community which helps individuals reverse conditions such as type 2 diabetes, fatty liver disease and normalise cholesterol through online coaching, fun healthy eating advice, and walk and talk meet ups. 

https://www.heroofhealth.com/ 

 

NHS Better Health 

Tools, tips and special offers to move more every day. 

https://www.nhs.uk/better-health/get-active/ 

 

NHS England Live Well

Information and guidance about healthy living 

https://www.nhs.uk/live-well

 

NHS Digital Weight Management Programme 

12-week online behavioural and lifestyle programme that people can access via a smartphone or computer to help manage their weight and improve their health. 

https://www.england.nhs.uk/supporting-our-nhs-people/support-now/digital-weight-management-programme-for-nhs-staff/ 

 

Park Run 

A positive, welcoming and inclusive, free, community event where you can walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate with no time limit and no last place. Takes place on Saturday morning and everyone is welcome to come along. 

https://www.parkrun.org.uk

 

Mental Health 

Andy’s Man Club 

A judgment-free, confidential space where men can be open about the storms in their lives through weekly, free-to-attend face to face and online peer-to-peer support groups. 

https://andysmanclub.co.uk/ 

 

Mind 

Information and support for people living with a mental health problem,or supporting someone with one. 

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/ 

 

NHS England emotional and mental wellbeing self check tool 

An emotional and mental wellbeing self-assessment for Health and Social care staff with a direct link to mental health support resources 

https://checkwellbeing.leadershipacademy.nhs.uk/ 

 

NHS England mental wellbeing audio guides 

A series of mental wellbeing audio guides on low mood, anxiety, low confidence and unhelpful thinking. 

https://www.nhs.uk/mental-health/self-help/guides-tools-and-activities/mental-wellbeing-audio-guides/ 

 

NHS England wellbeing apps 

NHS staff have been given free access to a number of wellbeing apps to support with their mental health and wellbeing which include Headspace and Unmind. 

https://www.england.nhs.uk/supporting-our-nhs-people/support-now/wellbeing-apps/ 

 

NHS Every Mind Matters 

Topics covered include a personal action plan, anxiety easing emails, self-help CBT, and young people. 

https://www.nhs.uk/every-mind-matters/ 

 

Royal College of Psychiatrists mental health problems and disorders 

Information for patients, carers, family and friends relating to mental health problems and disorders. 

https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/mental-health/problems-disorders 

 

Sleep and tiredness 

NHS Live Well 

Reasons why you might feel tired and advice about what you can do to prevent tiredness includes a link to a bedtime meditation.. 

https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/sleep-and-tiredness/ 

 

Royal College of Psychiatrists 

Tips on how to sleep better and how to decide if you need more help. 

https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/mental-health/problems-disorders/sleeping-well 

 

The Sleep Charity 

Lots of information on different aspects of sleep and how to improve it. 

https://thesleepcharity.org.uk/information-support/adults/sleep-hub 

 

Financial wellbeing 

Financial Support Line for Victims of Domestic Abuse 

Offers specialist advice to anyone experiencing domestic abuse who is in financial difficulty. 

Freephone: 0808 1968845 

https://www.moneyadviceplus.org.uk/fsl/ 

 

Mind Money and Mental Health 

Information on organising finances and claiming benefits when you have a mental health problem. Also covers looking after your mental health when you’re worried about money. 

https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/tips-for-everyday-living/money-and-mental-health/ 

 

Money Helper 

Information and advice on money issues including benefits, money troubles and pensions. Also includes a link to a confidential, free debt advisory service which can be accessed online, by phone or face to face. 

https://www.moneyhelper.org.uk/en 

 

NHS England Financial Support 

Details of the financial wellbeing services available for NHS staff includes a freephone number, webchat and Whatsapp option. 

https://www.england.nhs.uk/supporting-our-nhs-people/support-now/financial-support/ 

 

Addiction and Abuse

Refuge National Domestic Abuse 

A team of highly-trained, female advisers who listen with no judgement and provide advice if required. 

Provide support in many different languages, 24-hours a day, 365 days a year, for as long as required. 

Freephone helpline: 0808 2000 247 

https://www.nationaldahelpline.org.uk/ 

Men’s Advice Line UK 

National phoneline offering non-judgmental support, practical advice and information, advice and support for men experiencing domestic violence and abuse. Freephone helpline: 0808 801 0327 

https://mensadviceline.org.uk/ 

Galop (LGBTQ+) 

Support LGBT+ people who have experienced abuse and violence. Freephone helpline: 0800 999 5428 (Mon – Thu, 10am to 8:30pm, Fri 10am to 4.30pm) 24 hour webchat: https://galop.org.uk/get-help/online-community/ Email: help@galop.org.uk 

National Stalking Helpline 

Can provide guidance and information. Freephone helpline: 0808 802 0300 (Mon – Fri 9.30am – 4pm, and open until 8pm on Wed). Or complete their form here: https://www.suzylamplugh.org/forms/national-stalking-helpline-enquiry-form 

Respect 

Confidential helpline, email and webchat service for domestic abuse perpetrators and their supporters. 

Freephone helpline 0808 802 4040 or visit https://respectphoneline.org.uk/ 

Hourglass (Older People) 

Provide information and support to an older person or anyone concerned about an older person who is at risk of, experiencing or recovering from any form of abuse or neglect. Freephone helpline: 080 8808 8141. Webchat, email, and text also available at: https://wearehourglass.org/hourglass-services 

Revenge Porn Helpline 

Support services for adults (aged 18+) experiencing intimate image abuse, also known as, revenge porn. 

Helpline 0345 6000 459 (weekdays 10-4), email: help@revengepornhelpline.org.uk, or 24/7 chatbox. 

https://revengepornhelpline.org.uk/ 

Mankind Initiative 

The main charity in the UK supporting male victims of domestic abuse and their supporters. Confidential helpline: 01823 334244, weekdays 10-4pm 

https://www.mankind.org.uk/ 

Victim Support 

Charity dedicated to supporting victims of crime and traumatic incidents in England and Wales. Freephone support line@ 08 08 16 89 111, text, webchat, and online form. 

https://www.victimsupport.org.uk/ 

Surviving Economic Abuse 

Support for women whose current or former partner has interfered with their money, or financial situation. 

Freephone 0808 1968845 (Monday-Friday, 9am–1pm and 2pm–5pm) 

https://survivingeconomicabuse.org/i-need-help/ 

NHS England Alcohol support overview 

Support for individuals and their families. 

https://www.nhs.uk/live-well/alcohol-advice/alcohol-support/