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Colleagues in the national People Team in partnership with NHS Practitioner Health have been busy developing virtual Staff Common Rooms for NHS colleagues from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities across the NHS. This is an opportunity for our NHS people to come together virtually and to invest some time in supporting each other during these challenging times. Open to absolutely anyone although specifically catering to the needs of our NHS staff from BAME communities working within the NHS across England, regardless of job role, organisational context or hierarchy and includes all final year students who have been working on the Covid-19 pandemic.
The Common Rooms are

The advice line will provide managers and staff with support, guidance and sign-posting. 

Managers and Staff will have the opportunity to discuss any further COVID-19 enquiries with a Human Resource Representative

You may be aware that the risk of domestic abuse
could rise during the COVID-19 pandemic.
@WomensAidNI have provided further information
on their website including a 24 hour freephone
helpline: 0808 802 1414

Information and tips on staying connected with colleagues

Being able to budget properly. Manage debts. Save for the future. Contribute to a pension. Absorb unexpected costs. Why it's important to your staff

What is Financial Wellbeing? Myths and Realities

Mental health - poor financial wellbeing is linked with higher levels of STRESS, anxiety and depression Sleep - 19% of employees report having lost sleep over their finances Concentration - 10% of employees reported finding it hard to concentrate or make decisions

What being financially healthy looks like

Having the knowledge to make informed financial decisions and understanding when and how to seek advice. Being free from financial stress and worry.

This resource has been produced by AWARE with the support of the Public Health Agency and complements AWARE’s Mood Matters Programme, although it may be used as a self-help resource. It can help your time during this period of uncertainty by giving you information on how to look after your mental health.

It will also help you recognise signs and symptoms of poor mental health and make you aware of sources of help.

Helping you manage your own health and wellbeing while looking after others.

This leaflet contains information on what you can say and do to help someone who may be thinking of suicide.

It highlights the warning signs, explains the feelings a suicidal person can have and provides a step-by-step guide to having a conversation and helping someone you’re worried about.

It also lists a number of support services for people having suicidal thoughts.