Covid-19 Workforce Wellbeing
At NHS Practitioner Health we are aware that healthcare workers face stressors and difficulties at the best of times, but in these times of Covid19, these feelings may be heightened by worries over uncertainty and the unknown. These feelings are perfectly normal and a healthy reaction to a very abnormal situation.On these pages we have gathered information and resources together to help you and signpost you to routes for support. Please remember the most important rules:
- Look after yourself and your own needs
- Take time to take a break, get some food and get some sleep
- If you need help – ask
Read this 2 minute guide for top tips on caring for yourself – Stay well
Our NHS People Wellbeing Support
Practitioner Health at the heart of new NHS England Wellbeing support offer to NHS Staff #OurNHSpeople wellbeing support In the current climate of increasing pressures on our healthcare system, our NHS people potentially face significant stresses. Our NHS People have introduced a confidential staff support line, operated by the Samaritans and free to access: 7.00 am – 11.00 pm, seven days a week. Please follow the link for more information Click here
Bereavement and loss support helpline: 0300 303 4434
NHS Staff Offers
This list includes all of the offers that we have been able to confirm so far across supermarkets, food and transport. The list includes details of how to access the offers, and any terms and conditions to be aware of
For NHS staff offers click here
Support in Wales
Health for Health Professionals Wales is a free, confidential service now available to all Health Professionals and Healthcare Students working in NHS Wales.
Please follow the link for more information Click here
Support in Scotland
Support in Scotland – the new National Wellbeing Hub for Scotland provides links to a range of resources, apps and self care for individuals and managers across health and social care.
Please follow the link for more information Click here
NHS Scotland Staying Safe & Well: A Self Care Guide for Staff looking after patients with Coronavirus. click here
Wellbeing Support for Paramedics and Ambulance
We have created a wellbeing support and therapy page with a range of resources to access for paramedics. We will continue to update this page with other services that can help you at this time.
Please follow the link for more information Click here
Wellbeing Support for Nurses
We have created a wellbeing support and therapy page with a range of resources to access for nurses. We will continue to update this page with other services that can help you at this time.
Please follow the link for more information Click here