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What is self-esteem? Self-esteem is how we value and perceive ourselves. It’s based on our opinions and beliefs about ourselves, which can sometimes feel really difficult to change. The pandemic and lockdown has left many with low self-confidence, poor self-esteem … Continue reading →

The coronavirus outbreak is dramatically changing our lives, including our relationships with other people in our communities, our families, our homes and our workplaces. Many of us have lost some or all of our normal ways of seeing others, as … 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 →

Monday Feb 8th 2021 12pm-12.30pm ‘How Care first can support you’ https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/3848905736824143117 Tuesday Feb 9th 2021 12pm-12.30pm ‘Nurturing Relationships in lockdown’ https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4400449356616203792 Wednesday Feb 10th 2021 12pm-12.30pm ‘Tips to boost your self-esteem in Lockdown’ https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/8254155148601601804 Thursday 11th Feb 2021 12pm-12.30pm … Continue reading →

If you are caring for someone with COVID-19 at home or in a non-healthcare setting, you may find the below advice helpful to protect yourself and others. Learn what to do when someone has symptoms of COVID-19 or when someone … Continue reading →

According to Mind (www.mind.org.uk) one in four people will experience a mental health problem of some kind each year in England. ‘Time to talk day’ is about encouraging everyone to talk more about mental health and removing any ‘stigma’ that … Continue reading →

To support Time to Talk day on the 4th February the following sessions are being offered for all managers team leaders and supervisors. February 4th (13.00-16.00) and February  12th (10.00-16.00) The aim of the workshop is to enable and encourage … Continue reading →

Place2Be launched the first ever Children’s Mental Health Week in 2015 to highlight the importance of children and young people’s mental health. This is now its 7th year and children and young people are being encouraged to speak out about … Continue reading →

The University has a new webpage ‘One Stop Shop’ resource to signpost staff to the various mental health and wellbeing resources available. This can be accessed via this link: Mental Health Support – Home (sharepoint.com)This includes information on: Support When … Continue reading →