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COVID 19 Wellbeing Resources for Workplaces

Many workers are continuing to work during this COVID19 situation. These include the many essential workers on the frontline: health, care, emergency and key workers, and the many people providing other services and keeping their organisations and businesses going through this testing time. 

We want to help make sure you get support with your emotional wellbeing and mental health, both now and in the future.

Below are links to a variety of resources to provide support for your wellbeing or your workforce's wellbeing.  Although the information is sorted into different categories much of the advice applies across sectors so please browse all the drop down menus for useful advice.   

You can also access additional wellbeng information by clicking on the image opposite and at our COVID hub

 

 

 

Click on the image for staying well during COVID-19


 

Building Resilience in businesses and organisations

A toolkit has been put together by Suffolk County Council and Suffolk Chamber of Commerce, to help employers and individuals define what resilience means for them, and how it can serve as an important indicator of workplace health.    During the COVID19 response it is more important than ever to build resilience in the workplace.
 

Building a resilient county - online PDF
 

Looking after health, safety and wellbeing during COVID19

Employers have a 'duty of care' for staff, customers and anyone else who visits the workplace. This means they must do all they reasonably can to support their health, safety and wellbeing.

It's good practice for employers to:

  • make sure everyone is social distancing if they come into the workplace
  • be especially careful and take extra steps for vulnerable groups, including those who are pregnant, aged 70 or over, or who have a long-term health condition
  • hold meetings as remote calls and avoid travel as much as possible
  • make sure managers know how to spot symptoms of coronavirus and are clear on any relevant processes, for example sickness reporting and sick pay, and procedures in case someone in the workplace shows symptoms of the virus
  • make sure there are clean places to wash hands with hot water and soap, and encourage everyone to wash their hands regularly
  • provide hand sanitiser and tissues for staff, and encourage them to use them
  • make sure everyone's contact numbers and emergency contact details are up to date
  • keep everyone updated on actions being taken to reduce risks of exposure in the workplace
  • keep up to date with the latest government advice

To keep up to date with the latest government coronavirus advice:

The Health and Safty Executive (HSE) has advice on a variety of Health and Safety issues during COVID19

Welfare for Drivers 

Stress Risk Assessment : If you feel stressed by your current work conditions talk to your manager about completing a stress risk assessment

Mind has a Corona Virus resource hub 

The hub has specific advice for wellbeing while working:
Coping as a Key Worker
Coronavirus and your wellbeing



 

YANA Helpline: 0300 323 0400

YANA can offer specific help for those involved in any way with farming or agriculture in Norfolk, Suffolk and Worcestershire - but wherever you live and farm you might find these pages useful.
 

Farming Helpline Call 03000 111 999

Struggling and not sure where to turn? Times can get hard for everyone, but help is at hand.Through just one phone call, farmers in need can access free, impartial and confidential support. More information on the Farming Help website

Wellbeing and accessing support during the COVID-19 pandemic - a ‘where to start guide’ for pharmacy staff

The NHS Specialist Pharmacy Service with London NW University Healthcare NHS Trust have developed "wellbeing and accessing support during the COVID-19 pandemic - a ‘where to start guide’ for pharmacy staff". This includes resources to encourage all staff to establish good habits with respect to their wellbeing from the outset and provides some immediate ‘go-to’ strategies and information to support ongoing wellbeing during the pandemic.