Tel: 0845 4647 24 hour information and advice. The website has a providing advice about what to do if you or someone close to you has a mental health problem. Sources of advice and information for managers: Employee Assistance Programme Manager Support Line Right Management – Tel: 0800 1116 385 As part of the provides a Manager Support line for managers to seek advice and support on dealing with difficult people issues at work. Manager Support can enhance confidence in handling human emotions in the workplace, crisis situations etc. Health for Work Adviceline Tel: 0800 077 8844 Free advice service by Occupational Health Professionals Mind– Mind provides advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. Mind campaigns to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding. Guide to managing supporting mental health at work: disclosure tools for managers produced by Mind and the CIPD: – Mindful Employer - www.mindfulemployer.net Developed, led and supported by employers, the MINDFUL EMPLOYER® initiative is aimed at increasing awareness of mental health at work and providing support for businesses in recruiting and retaining employees. Centre for Mental Health – The Centre for Mental Health aims to help to create a society in which people with mental health problems enjoy equal chances in life to those without. Health and Safety Executive – SHiFT - Although SHiFT closed in March 2011 web resources are still available. The Line Managers' Web Resource is a practical guide to managing and supporting people with mental health problems in the workplace Access to Work - www.direct.gov.uk A government run programme delivered by Jobcentre Plus to help overcome barriers that disabled people come across in getting into or retaining employment. A mental health support service is also available for employees. Appendix 2
Tel: 0845 4647 24 hour information and advice. The website has a providing advice about what to do if you or someone close to you has a mental health problem. Sources of advice and information for managers: Employee Assistance Programme Manager Support Line – Right Management Tel: 0800 1116 385 As part of the provides a Manager Support line for managers to seek advice and support on dealing with difficult people issues at work. Manager Support can enhance confidence in handling human emotions in the workplace, crisis situations etc. Health for Work Adviceline Tel: 0800 077 8844 Free advice service by Occupational Health Professionals Mind– Mind provides advice and support to empower anyone experiencing a mental health problem. Mind campaigns to improve services, raise awareness and promote understanding. Guide to managing supporting mental health at work: disclosure tools for managers – produced by Mind and the CIPD: Mindful Employer - www.mindfulemployer.net Developed, led and supported by employers, the MINDFUL EMPLOYER® initiative is aimed at increasing awareness of mental health at work and providing support for businesses in recruiting and retaining employees. Centre for Mental Health – The Centre for Mental Health aims to help to create a society in which people with mental health problems enjoy equal chances in life to those without. Health and Safety Executive – SHiFT - Although SHiFT closed in March 2011 web resources are still available. The Line Managers' Web Resource is a practical guide to managing and supporting people with mental health problems in the workplace Access to Work - www.direct.gov.uk A government run programme delivered by Jobcentre Plus to help overcome barriers that disabled people come across in getting into or retaining employment. A mental health support service is also available for employees. Appendix 2
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