Health at Work

Don't miss out on our mProve in 30 today! Let’s face it: many of us let our health goals slip during the winter! In fact, according to research by Sports Direct, 61% of British people admit to doing little to no exercise at all over the winter months. This month we're joined by our our wellbeing partners at Vivup to discuss how you can stay connected, healthy, and fulfilled during those darker months. Register for FREE 👉 https://lnkd.in/eYpwVvGH

Employee Assistance Programmes have become an essential part of workplace support helping to reduce absences and improve mental wellbeing. Our standalone EAP offers much more than just in-the-moment support - you and your employees can access the YourCare platform which boasts a range of self-help and educational resources, as well as Togetherall - an anonymous digital space for peer-to-peer support. Find out how our EAP could support your employees today 👉 https://lnkd.in/e-aMSeE5

We're starting the second week of November off with another Workplace Wellbeing Accreditation completed by Huyton Asphalt Ltd and HA Civils! With so many workplace and personal challenges evolving over the past few years, workplace wellbeing has become more crucial than ever in ensuring a happy, productive, and healthy team. As a Workplace Wellbeing Charter member, Huyton Asphalt Ltd and HA Civils have again demonstrated their commitment to prioritising the health and wellbeing of their workforce. We are proud to celebrate this achievement and we look forward to supporting their ongoing wellbeing programme over the next two years. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition!

It can be difficult to discuss, or know how to support employees with financial stresses, but there are various ways you can create supportive conversations! If you have an Employee Assistance Programme, explore any additional resources they offer which you could promote. Our EAP provider has some great resources via the YourCare platform, including a small set of questions to measure financial health, and guidance on where to access free advice. Encouraging open communication and normalising financial wellness as part of your overall wellbeing strategy can make a meaningful difference to your employees’ welfare. Here are some resources which can benefit you and your team: The Employer's Guide to Financial Wellbeing 👉 https://shorturl.at/IEh1h Download our FREE financial wellbeing guide to help you position this topic within your wellness strategy for 2024 and 2025 Employee Assistance Programmes with us 👉 https://shorturl.at/D7ibw Check out how our EAP can help your employees and business thrive

According to the Local Government Association, men across the UK are facing a silent health crisis. Not only is poor health leading to higher cancer rates, heart disease, and Type 2 Diabetes, there is a continuing increase in male suicide. As an employer, you have an opportunity to make a difference for your workforce by promoting an inclusive and healthier workspace. Offering resources and training around men's health for managers and employees alike can facilitate a culture of openness and awareness. This month why not check out our men's health course, providing you and your employees with the tools and knowledge to improve their overall health. From lifestyle choices to mental health, our men's health course covers a wide array of useful information to share in your workplace as well as bolstering your health and wellbeing strategies. You can find out more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/euxMeyhw

Today is Stress Awareness Day, a reminder of the importance to promote ongoing conversations about how we can better manage stress. While some stress can motivate individuals to better perform under pressure, too much over an extended period can be detrimental to both physical and mental wellness. As health and wellbeing experts, we wanted to share just some of the ways you can create a workplace environment which supports stress management and improve productivity and even job satisfaction. ✔️ Offer regular check-ins – this could be a way for employees to voice any concerns regarding work related stress and work with their line manager or employer to limit or mitigate it ✔️ Encourage breaks – even a short pause, a small walk away from the desk, can help relive stress and offer a different perspective on stressful situations ✔️ Promote additional resources – if you have an EAP, it can be very beneficial for your employees to know there is help outside of work, along with reminding them of any MHFAs you may have What do you do to help yourself and others reduce stress? Make sure to let us know in the comments👇

This week, the Money and Pensions Service seeks to inspire each of us to commit to healthier financial wellbeing by doing one thing to benefit our finances, whether it’s creating a budget, setting a financial savings goal, or simply looking at our current spending habits. As an employer, embracing this initiative can provide a way to support your workforce by not only sparking conversations around money, but encouraging your employees to make a commitment and build healthier financial habits one small bite sized decision at a time. By actively participating and doing one thing to improve your financial choices, you can set a powerful example for your employees and create a more open, supportive environment around financial wellbeing. What’s one thing you’re choosing to do this week to support your financial wellness?

From 4-8 November, the Money and Pensions Service's annual campaign #TalkMoneyWeek is a nationwide effort to get the public talking about their finances and financial wellbeing. We all know money matters can cause a great deal of stress, which in turn can affect all aspects of our health. By creating a supportive environment around financial discussions, it can not only help reduce employee stress levels, but also empower them to take control of their money. So, why should employers get involved? This week offers a fantastic opportunity to introduce tools and conversations that strengthen financial wellbeing across your workforce, and we can help! Make sure to download our FREE resource The Employer's Guide to Financial Wellbeing! An in-depth guide which provides a whole host of information including an overview of the key concepts of financial wellbeing, how to integrate financial wellbeing into your wellbeing strategy, and why financial education is so important in today's world. Download it here 👉 https://lnkd.in/e-7x7bUU

#Movember is here, and it’s time to talk and open meaningful conversations around men’s health inside and outside the workplace. From mental health to prostate and testicular health, #Movember shines a light on the unique health challenges men face. This month, consider how you can specifically steer support towards men - whether it’s through training, courses, or simply encouraging conversations. And if your team is up for a little fun, maybe even join the #Movember movement and grow those moustaches in solidarity!

We're begin November with another Workplace Wellbeing Accreditation completed by The Chaucer Hospital! This achievement highlights their focus on employee workplace wellbeing, prioritising not only mental health but physical health too! It was great to work with you in boosting your workplace wellness initiatives.