Here are the latest updates from our Health and Wellbeing team for August, including upcoming wellbeing sessions, practical support for looking after yourself during the summer holidays, local activity ideas and awareness days taking place throughout the month.

To read our full August newsletter, please click here.

Health and Wellbeing Champions 

Our Health and Wellbeing Champions are available to offer a confidential chat and help you find the right support across Coventry and Warwickshire. To speak to your Champion, please complete our form. For any queries about the scheme, contact crgpa.wellbeing.cwth@nhs.net

Spotlight on Summer Holiday Wellbeing

This month’s newsletter shares practical ways to look after your wellbeing during the summer, from staying cool and hydrated to maintaining a healthy routine, relaxing and spending time outdoors.

It also includes important water safety guidance, ideas for low-cost summer activities and links to local events across Coventry, Warwickshire and Rugby

Free Menopause and Work Toolkit

MENO-kit is a free, evidence-based online toolkit designed to help organisations raise awareness of menopause and provide better support in the workplace. It includes bite-sized training, practical resources, downloadable materials and guidance for employees, managers, HR teams and anyone interested in becoming a Menopause Champion.

The toolkit also includes information about managing menopause, workplace conversations and cognitive behavioural strategies that may help with symptoms. Access the free MENO-Kit here.

Year-Round Wellbeing Support

Support is available throughout the year through a range of local and national services, including the Employee Assistance Programme, Work Well Programme, Coventry and Warwickshire Wellbeing Hub, Freedom to Speak Up and local mental health support.

Your Health and Wellbeing Champion can help you explore the options and find the support that is most appropriate for you.

Awareness Days

Awareness events taking place during August include:

  • Cycle to Work Day – 6 August
  • National Allotments Week – 10-16 August
  • International Relaxation Day – 15 August
  • World Humanitarian Day – 19 August
  • National Dog Day – 26 August
  • Makaton International Awareness Day
  • National Opportunity Day
Learning Opportunities

There are several upcoming events and training sessions available this month: