To honour the memory of our friends, colleagues and the children, young people and adults that we work with who have taken their own life or who have been affected by someone close to them that has done so, we will share one minute of silence on [...]
Covid-19 has put huge strain on staff right across Our Dorset. The demands of the last year are taking their toll on the wellbeing of employees, many are feeling fatigued, stressed and in danger of burnout. We have identified a need to support our people as [...]
In stressful situations in life we're often told to 'take a breather'. And that's exactly what we're offering you through the Here For Each Other staff wellbeing service... A chance to join us in the woods near Dorchester to reflect, share, listen and connect - with [...]
One in eight men in the UK admits to suffering from mental health issues. But the sad fact is that while men are aware of their mental struggles, societal taboos and stigma lead to many suffering in silence. By simply talking with one another, men can [...]
If you’re feeling anxious about emerging from a year of lockdowns and tight restrictions, you’re not alone. The good news is, there are plenty of tried and tested methods that you can use to help. One of the things we suggest you try is meditation or mindfulness, [...]
We may have come to the end of Mental Health Awareness Week (MHAW), but we'll carry on sharing all the great places in Dorset we can go to connect with nature (the theme of this year's MHAW). Walking is such an incredible way to get out [...]
This year the Mental Health Foundation has chosen 'Connecting with nature' as the theme for Mental Health Awareness Week. Living in Dorset, we're so lucky to have so many fabulous green spaces on our doorsteps, even if we don't have our own garden. Many of us [...]
I don't know about you, but 13 months of working at home have seen me sitting at my desk in, well, shall we say 'less than desirable' positions. Legs crossed, or one foot tucked up under me, I'm pretty sure it's far from textbook, and not [...]
How do we create the conditions within our workplaces – the organisational cultures – where compassion will be nurtured? Professor Michael West is a Visiting Fellow at the King’s Fund. He recently gave a presentation at the CCG about compassionate leadership and we are delighted that [...]
During the COVID pandemic those of us with desk-based jobs have ended up spending around 65-75% of our working hours sitting at our desks, including prolonged periods without moving or getting up. But sitting for more than four hours a day can increase our risk of [...]
