Wellbeing Offer
Looking after the NHS workforce
The NHS recognises that frontline primary care colleagues, both clinical and non-clinical, are continuing to work hard caring for their patients. This page lists available health and wellbeing offer to health and social care staff
Below are links to health and wellbeing support available to colleagues working in health and care. This is offered in addition to support available directly through employers.
NHS England » Health and wellbeing programmes key programmes that are in place to assist organisations to develop culture of wellbeing, in which their workforce feel supported and well at work
Mental Health and Wellbeing Hubs Clinical assessment and triage service
Staff Support Helpline Telephone support including confidential listening and signposting
Wellbeing Apps Free access to apps that support wellbeing and mental health
Money Helper Service Financial support – dedicated support line for NHS staff
Digital Weight Management Access to a 12 week weight management plan
Live Well Support resources around getting help for addiction, gambling and substance misuse
Relate- offers support around issues affecting relationships
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In addition to support for staff through their employing organisation, there are options available for accessing counselling support for those who do not want to use an employer-based service.
Citizens Advice Birmingham is on hand to provide dedicated, confidential advice to staff. This could include direct access to an adviser for an initial diagnostic review, triage and advice, with follow up appointments available either in person or over the phone. Areas included are:
- Welfare benefits
- Housing
- Employment
- Relationships
- Consumer
- Money advice
- Referrals to specialist services such as debt or benefits casework
- Referrals to partner services such as employment advice services or with solicitors
- Income maximisation and budgeting support
Accessing the service:
Call: 07851 245004 or email: t.cooper@bcabs.org.uk
Quote ‘COL support for staff – BSol’ and if colleagues feel comfortable to, they should give a brief overview of what they may require support with, along with their contact details. Please note this service currently operates Monday to Friday between 9.30am and 4.30pm.
NHS staff have been given free access to a number of wellbeing apps to support with their mental health and wellbeing. Click each link below for more information, including how to access support and when this free offer expires.
#StayAlive
The Stay Alive app is a suicide prevention resource for the UK, packed full of useful information and tools to help you stay safe in crisis.
Bright Sky
Bright Sky is a free to download, confidential mobile app providing support and information for anyone who may be in an abusive relationship or those concerned about someone they know.
WorkLife Central
The WorkLife Central programme consists of a curated collection of expertise, information and inspiration available through video, live event and written format, covering five principal topic areas – Careers, Families, Inclusion, Wellbeing and Workplace.
Headspace
Headspace is a science-backed app in mindfulness and meditation, providing unique tools and resources to help reduce stress, build resilience, and aid better sleep.
Unmind
Unmind is a mental health platform that empowers staff to proactively improve their mental wellbeing.
Zero Suicide Alliance
Zero Suicide Alliance provides you with a range of free online learning sessions that provide you with a better understanding of the signs to look out for and the skills required to approach someone who is struggling, whether that be through social isolation or suicidal thoughts.