Empowering employers to support mental health in the workplace

Empowering employers to support mental health in the workplace

By Worcestershire Growth Hub

Unlock practical tools and insights to boost mental wellbeing, reduce burnout and build a healthier, more productive workforce.

Date and time

Location

Joel Richards Suite, University of Worcester Arena

Hylton Road Worcester WR2 5JN United Kingdom

Agenda

10:00 AM - 10:15 AM

Registration & Welcome

10:15 AM - 10:30 AM

Opening Remarks

Darren Schrouder

Clive Thomas

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Keynote Speaker - Dr. Helen Scott

Dr. Helen Scott

11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Rural Mental Health Research

Professor Liz Hughes

11:30 AM - 11:50 AM

Practical support for employers to champion mental wellbeing


Led by a Mental Health Support Service Coach, this session explores how to spot early signs of distress, engage with employees meaningfully, and create a culture where mental health support truly wor...

11:50 AM - 12:00 PM

Networking Break

12:00 PM - 12:20 PM

Building a healthier workforce through cost-free mental health support


Discover how the Access to Work Mental Health Support Service can help you retain staff, boost productivity, and reduce absenteeism through personalised workplace adjustments and proactive wellbeing ...

12:20 PM - 12:50 PM

Panel Discussion & Q&A

Sasi Venables

Amelia Ringer

Dr. Helen Scott

12:50 PM - 1:00 PM

Informal Networking / Sign up to Access to Work Mental Health Support Service

1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Closing Remarks & Thank You

Good to know

Highlights

  • 3 hours, 30 minutes
  • In person

About this event

Health • Mental health

The Worcestershire Growth Hub, University of Worcester and Maximus are hosting an event to raise awareness among SMEs about the benefits of the Access to Work Mental Health Support Service.

Mental health challenges in the workplace can have a significant impact on employee motivation, productivity, and overall wellbeing, making it essential for businesses to create supportive environments where individuals feel empowered to seek help and thrive in their roles.

The Access to Work Mental Health Support Service is a confidential, personalised, cost-free service designed to support employees with their mental health at work.

Attendees will benefit from learning about this support service and how they can best utilise it to help their employees, while connecting with other like-minded SMEs and mental health professionals.

What you'll learn:

  • Support and Accessibility - Learn about the confidential, personalised, and free Access to Work Mental Health Support Service.
  • Impact on Business - Discover how supporting mental health can reduce absenteeism, increase productivity, and improve employee retention.
  • Community and Collaboration - Connect with other business owners, HR managers, and mental health professionals to share best practices and resources.

Speakers:

Keynote Speaker - Dr. Helen Scott, Head of Work and Occupational Psychology.

Clive Thomas, Partnership Lead, Maximus.

Who should attend?

This event is aimed at business owners, HR managers, and mental health advocates in the SME community.

Please note: spaces for this event are LIMITED and in high demand. Secure your spot now!

Organized by

Worcestershire Growth Hub

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Sep 22 · 10:00 AM GMT+1