University Hospitals of Leicester (UHL) will mark Dying Matters Awareness Week 2023 with a focus on this year’s national theme: “Dying matters at work.” The campaign will encourage more open conversations around death, dying, and bereavement – especially in the workplace.
Amica Supports Dying Matters Week 2023 at UHL Read More »
Many people are finding the increase in the cost of living hard to deal with. Our colleagues at NHS England in the Midlands have compiled a list of useful organisations that can help in these tough times. Here’s their short guide.
Cost of living crisis Read More »
If you need support through the Christmas and New Year period we are here 24 hours a day, every day. Simply call us on 0116 254 4388.
Support during the 2022 festive period Read More »
Throughout the pandemic NHS England made a range of wellbeing apps free to use for NHS staff. This support continues until the end of December 2023 for Headspace and Unmind.
Headspace and Unmind apps still free to NHS staff until end of 2023 Read More »
Leicestershire County Council have commissioned Harmless to deliver bespoke, CPD accredited Self Harm Awareness courses for colleagues across Leicester, Leicestershire, and Rutland.
Funded self-harm awareness courses Read More »
Deciding to quit smoking is one of the best things you can do for your health, but it doesn’t make quitting easy. You are more likely to stay quit with the help of specialist targeted support and medication. Now NHS colleagues in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland can access such help for free from 3 October, thanks to local Staff Tobacco Dependency Teams.
Free stop smoking service for local NHS staff Read More »
Monday 10th October is World Mental Health Day, an opportunity to reflect on your wellbeing. Why not have a look through some of these resources to see how they may help you.
There are small things we can all do to help be kind to your mind, and these can make a big difference to how we feel. Get expert advice and practical tips to help you look after your mental wellbeing and make them part of your daily routine. Find out more by visiting the NHS campaign here.
World Mental Health Day 2022: Be Kind to Your Mind Read More »
Ever wondered what’s the best way to help a child with special educational needs or disabilities? Or do you want to know more about how to support a young person through an eating disorder, thoughts of suicide or anxiety?
Supporting children with SEN or disabilities – free webinars Read More »
Be Well Midlands, is an opportunity for everyone working in health and social care in the Midlands to have a ‘Big Conversation’ about wellbeing. The scheme is open until Friday 13 May and invites all staff to share thoughts, ideas and experiences in a safe, anonymous environment.
Have your say about wellbeing in the Midlands Read More »
Families and children fleeing Ukraine are starting to arrive in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland as councils, NHS, Police, East Midlands Airport and other organisations team up to provide vital support and a safe place to live.
Partners band together to support Ukrainian refugees Read More »
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