Are you the parent or carer of a university student? If so, let them know that this year University Mental Health Day falls on Thursday 5 March. In fact, it’s always the first Thursday of March. Read More
This time of year can be a time of reflection for many of us. We tend to look at how far we’ve come in our disabilities or conditions, and to celebrate that we’re still able to enjoy life and share it with our loved ones. Read More
Did you know … it can cost up to £30,000 to recruit a new member of staff in the UK, including the cost of loss recruiting and training a new employee and the loss of productivity while a replacement employee gets up to speed? It is believed that employees with disabilities will stay with you longer than most, helping you to reduce your recruitment costs. Read More
Every year in the UK, Mental Health Awareness Week is run, in order to build awareness of the issues faced by a growing number of people struggling with mental health. Research has shown that 16 million people experience a mental health problem each year. Why am I writing about it and encouraging you to get involved? Because amongst others, people who live with HIV often suffer from mental health issues, so it is close to my heart. Read More
The Thriving at Work report has just been published and makes for shocking reading. In January 2017 the Prime Minister requested an independent review into how employers can better support all individuals currently in employment, including those with mental ill health or poor well-being to remain in and thrive through work. Read More
During the summer, many people go on holiday – taking time out to get some sun and relaxation. But when did you last take a proper holiday? When did you last really switch off – your phone, your tablet and all your other devices – and take time to properly relax and unwind? Read More
Eleanor got in touch with me after reading the article in my last Newsletter about unconscious bias. Her story is so inspirational that I decided I would like to interview her and share her story with you. I am grateful to Eleanor for allowing me to do that. Read More