Article 1) Are Men from Mars and Women from Venus when it comes to Health provision in the workplace?
So, in my first article on Health in the workplace, I have focused on Women’s Health in the workplace and I will look at each sexes similarities and differences and how employers can help all employees. Women’s health in the workplace has become an increasingly important issue in recent years. With women making up nearly […]
The strong link between financial anxiety and mental health
It is Mental Health Awareness week this week, with a specific focus on Anxiety. We all feel anxious at times, which is not surprising given the uncertain world we find ourselves living in. If it is not a global pandemic, or talk of world war 3, then it is the cost of living crisis. I […]
Neurodiversity – What does it mean?
The term neurodiversity refers to the way that everyone’s brains work differently. Most people are considered to be neurotypical but awareness of neurodiversity and the importance of supporting employees who are neurodivergent in the workplace is growing. Some examples of neurodiverse conditions are autism, ADHD, dyslexia, dyspraxia but this list is not exhaustive and there […]
Employee Wellbeing – Don’t be in the 20%
Recent research1 carried out by Group Risk Development (GRiD) who are the industry body for the group risk sector suggests that 80% of employers have increased their health and wellbeing support or employee benefits to adapt to the changing circumstances of their staff. Since Covid, the importance of Wellbeing for employees has rapidly moved its […]
Back to the Future
I was born in 1973 and recall at school in the early 80’s talk wasn’t about the great new car someone’s parents had got or a recent holiday but unfortunately whose dad had lost his job that week. I was reminded of this recently when BBC 6 music had their celebration of Kate Bush’s first […]
Reproductive health – Support for employees
Reproductive health support has been growing in popularity as an employee benefit in the UK. The uncertainty surrounding such issues can be a major cause of stress both physically and mentally for employees. NHS waiting lists for investigation and treatment are long and growing. Many employees do not feel comfortable disclosing that they are undergoing […]
Disability Awareness – How can we support your business?
International Day of Persons with Disabilities was founded to promote the understanding of disability issues, and the benefits of integrating persons with disabilities into every aspect of life. This year they are focussing on transformative solutions for inclusive development: the role of innovation in fuelling an accessible and equitable world. In employment, sport and reducing […]
Cost of living crisis – how can employers help?
The cost of living crisis is having an impact on all of us and with energy prices soaring and winter looming, lots of people are genuinely worried about how they are going to afford to heat their homes and put food on the table. I have seen lots of articles recently with examples of how […]
Menopause Workplace Support
I have had a number of conversations with clients recently on the subject of menopause support. Unfortunately Private Medical Insurance (PMI) policies do not provide cover for menopause as this is categorised as the bodies’ natural aging process. However, one of the top PMI providers now offer a standalone a Menopause plan which can be […]
Keeping up with the Joneses
The Oxford Dictionary definition of ‘Keeping up with the Joneses’ is ‘try to emulate or not be outdone by one’s neighbours’. When relating this famous phrase to the recruitment and retention of talent within the workplace arena, this often used saying could not be more accurate. As an employer, what are the things that differentiate […]
