World Mental Health Day 2023
Today is World Mental Health Day.
We wanted to highlight the services available to our fire alarm engineers.
If you feel like you need help with your mental health, struggle with anxiety, depression or stress – There are lots of ways to get help.
Need support with your mental health?
Talk about it.
When it comes to mental health, it can take a lot of courage to admit that you need help. The first step is talking to someone about it.
If you are a Midland Fire employee and have concerns that you are comfortable discussing with us please let us know and we can have a conversation in confidence.
If you need support regarding mental health and would like to speak to someone outside of the business – there are lots of free services available.
For our Bupa insured employees please visit the website below for more information about getting support or speak to one of the Management team for details:
https://www.bupa.co.uk/mental-health
As part of our ECA membership, Midland Fire provide Bupa Private Medical Insurance to our employees. Access to the Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) is available. This includes a free and confidential helpline for members of the Bupa PMU scheme that can be accessed 24 hours a day / 7 days per week. The helpline can assist with a range of issues including stress, anxiety, depression and financial concerns.
Support services and charities
Electrical Industries Charity:
A charity specifically set up for people in the electrical industries. You can call 0800 652 1618 for assistance or visit the Electrical Charity website for more information https://www.electricalcharity.org/
Samaritans
Call 116 123 or for more information is available here: https://www.samaritans.org/
Mind
Visit the Mind website for details. There are a few different numbers depending on the kind of support you need.
https://www.mind.org.uk/need-urgent-help/using-this-tool/
https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/helplines/
NHS Support Services
The NHS offer counselling and therapy services for anyone in the UK experiencing mental health issues. You can speak to your GP or self-refer yourself to the NHS talking therapies service for anxiety and depression (formerly known as Improving Access to Psychological Therapies, IAPT).
