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Regaining confidence in social interaction Some of us may be worried about the return to whatever normality might look like post lockdown and are likely to already be having thoughts about whether we will be able to re-adjust to life, … Continue reading →

Stress Awareness April is Stress Awareness Month and looking forward, we will be able to reflect on this past year as the year the world we knew quite literally changed. We have all been forced to take on the challenges … Continue reading →

How to promote the Care first service virtually This article will explore tips and ideas for how to effectively promote the Care first Employee Assistance Programme to your employee’s virtually. Whilst this article is aimed at HR, Managers, Team Leaders … Continue reading →

These days, many of us are working from home, or it seems like everyone is working more hours and using the old “no-time-to-exercise” excuse more than ever. Whilst we may struggle to find the time to exercise, we can do … Continue reading →

As the COVID-19 situation is progressing and the Government guidance continues to change, individuals may be feeling anxious. Mental Health support during times like these are paramount, which is why Care first have worked tirelessly to ensure our services remain … Continue reading →

How does the weather affect our mood and behaviour? Weather is often mentioned when referring to mental health as well as being the base for many metaphors for our changeable minds and feelings. Happiness can be seen as sunshine (‘you … Continue reading →

COVID-19 will go down in history as one of the worst pandemics in recent times. Many of us are aware of the risks and symptoms if we were to contract COVID-19 and after 14 days or so, if we are … Continue reading →

The Big Pedal is an initiative rooted in the school community. It is aimed at getting school aged children and their parents motivated to use cycling as the mode of transport for the school run. If that’s not possible, it … Continue reading →

Water is essential for life and it is very important to get the right amount of fluid to be healthy. You can’t survive without water – it is essential. Our body is made up of mostly water. It makes up … Continue reading →

As the COVID-19 situation is progressing and the Government guidance continues to change, individuals may be feeling anxious, tired and fed up. Mental Health support during times like these are paramount, which is why Care first have worked tirelessly to … Continue reading →