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With the festive period upon us many have been or will be starting to plan and think ahead, which can increase our pressure levels with the additional stresses and strains of buying presents and not knowing who we will be … Continue reading →

With the past 22 months has been challenging and individuals may be feeling anxious, tired and fed up. Mental Health support during times like these is paramount, which is why Care first have worked tirelessly to ensure our services remained … Continue reading →

Some people love to have a solid daily routine, while others shudder at the thought of having a predictable schedule. During times of great stress, however, maintaining structure and routine can help you feel more organised and in control. Having … Continue reading →

Winter is here, no doubt about it. And as the days get shorter and the temperature drops, it’s often harder to keep the mood light and positive compared to the sunny summer months. Colder, longer evenings mean that many of … Continue reading →

Have you have heard of the word ‘presenteeism’? If you have, did you wonder what it means? A good definition can be found on dictionary.com:  – the practice of coming to work despite illness, injury, anxiety, etc., often resulting in … Continue reading →

World Mental Health Day will be held on October 10th this year. This year’s theme is “mental health in an unequal world”.  1 in 4 of us will experience a mental health condition at some point in our lives. It … Continue reading →

An EAP (Employee Assistance Programme) is available for employees to access. The service includes ‘In the moment support’ from a BACP accredited counsellor, Structured counselling following assessment (*check with your HR team to see exactly what you have access to) … Continue reading →