Volunteering and people with mental health issues

why?

supported volunteeringfor people with mental health

issues

in the workplace this is closer to 1 in 3

1 in 3 in the workplace

this figure is likely to jump by 24%

source: mental health institute

why?

the recession

you can’t duck it

better to prepare

get your stuff in place

have new ways of working

do some simple things

reduces stress in your workplace

don’t pressure staff

don’t overwork staff

be supportive

show you care

be reflective

be proactive

create a culture of managing risk

train line managers to spot signs of stress in your workplace

especially repeated absence

have mental health policies and procedures in place

for staff

have mental health policies and procedures in place

for volunteers

then you’ll be creating an supportive environment

a supportive environment

for staff

a supportive environment

for volunteers

including those with mental health issues

further info

www.hse.gov.uk

www.cipd.co.uk

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