'Be Wellbeing Aware'- an introduction to mental health & wellbeing

This course has been funded by Southampton Council (public health) with the aim to support workforces who engage with adults at higher risk of mental health, working in the public/voluntary sector, in portsmouth or Southampton.

What to expect?

This 2 hr online session will equip staff with an understanding and the confidence to talk about mental health with colleagues and members of the public/service users.

The session will be delivered over zoom by one of Havant and East Hants mind training team.

Areas covered will include:

PART 1 (1 hour):

Session 1 aims to provide learners with foundational knowledge and insights into mental health and wellbeing. Participants will be encouraged to reflect on their learning and start applying it in their day-to-day roles, fostering experiential learning.

· Welcome, introductions and group agreement (including caution to delegates around sensitive topics)

· What is mental health and wellbeing – using the mental health continuum

· Stigma surrounding mental health – barriers & mental health inequalities

· How can we reduce stigma & stigmatising language

· Common mental health conditions

· Signs of when someone may be struggling

· When the signs maybe more worrying: Suicide prevention – what we can do?

Part 2 -(1 hour):

The focus of this section shifts to having a supportive conversation with person who may struggling with the issues highlighted in part one.

· How to have a supportive conversation

· Local signposting, to include online apps and support

· Case studies – what steps would we take?

· Tools and tips to use in the moment

· Self-care - Maintenance of your own wellbeing

· Q&A

Once enrolled on the course you will recieve a confirmation email via eventbrite and 3 days before the course start date you will be sent a reminder email and text with the link to join on the day.

Post Course info:

Following the course you will be asked ot provide feedback on the training and once completed you will then be sent access to a resource webbpage with take away infomration and signposting to refer to.

Any questions you have about the training please email workplace@easthantsmind.org.