Each and every Wednesday we will be sharing upcoming events, tips, activities and more to help support you to look after your mental health and wellbeing!
Health and Wellbeing Champion – Spotlight
Elaura Powell – Sowe Valley Primary Care Network
I am a Care Coordinator for Sowe Valley PCN and have worked for the PCN for just over a year. I have taken on the Health and Well Being Champion role to support the staff within our PCN access Health and Well Being resources, offers and advice.
I have hosted tutorials on how to use Vivup (including how you can access a range of staff discounts) during lunch breaks at practices and supported individual staff members who have reached out for advice.
I held our first PCN Walk and Talk on Friday 27th May at Caludon Park, not only was the sun shining but we had a great turn out and some fantastic feedback!
Take a look at the pictures below from the Walk and Talk!
PCN Walk and Talk – June
Following such positive feedback, there will be another PCN Walk and Talk coming up on Friday 17th at 1:00pm. For those interested in joining our PCN Walk and Talk, we will be meeting up at the entrance of Caludon Park.
ALL are welcome. Just fresh air, physical activity & great conversation.
The walk around the park takes approx. 20 minutes and before you know it you will have walked a mile!
I hope to see you there, Elaura
If you have any questions please feel free to contact me on elaura.powell@nhs.net
It’s Good To Talk
The Talking Toolkit focuses on how managers can start a conversation to reduce workplace stress.
Designed to be used in conjunction with an organisation’s overall wellbeing approach, it also includes:
- Top tips for managers when holding work-related stress-based conversations
- Conversation templates
- Sign posting to further support and information.
The Talking Toolkit can be found here
A Quick and Easy Desk Stretch!
Throughout the work day, most of us spend too much time sat at a desk, doing no favours to our back. A good posture is important for a variety of reasons so the @strengthtemple has given us a quick fix.
Tell us how you are – Primary Care Wellbeing survey
The latest wellbeing survey is now open for all staff working across primary care. The survey takes 10 minutes to complete – please let us know how you are and how we can further support you and your teams.
Thank you to everyone who completed the previous wellbeing survey back in January. Results show that wellbeing and resilience of the workforce remains a challenge. As we continue to work under many pressures, we encourage you and your teams to seek support if needed.
The health and wellbeing support is available on the NHSEI FutureNHS space. This includes the award-winning coaching programme, support for managing patients and promotional resources to share with teams.
Unmind
It’s not too late to sign up – Unmind are offering free access to NHS staff until the 31 December 2022, click here for details on how to access Unmind
We have included a sneak peek through the latest Unmind Newsletter below:
Cosy Cabin in the Woods
Your sanctuary tonight is a snug log-cabin, nestled in a snow-tipped forest. Slide on some cosy slippers, warm yourself by the crackling fireplace and admire the woodland surroundings
Uplifting Commute
Take advantage of your commute with this 4-minute tool. Whatever your destination, arrive feeling calm and centered
Switching Off
For tips and tricks on how to disconnect from work to feel happier, healthier and able to get what you need done!
