Guidance and Support Services
The topic of signposting to professional services is a frequent point of learning on our courses, which often sparks discussion and further queries. Unfortunately, sometimes recieving professional help can take time, and while waiting, people may find their symptoms become worse. To prevent this from occurring we have developed a range of guidance and support services which enables access to a mental health nurse, usually within 72 hours of the request being made. These services were co-developed with our customers to improve mental health in their workplaces. We are always happy to explore solutions with our customers to ensure we are providing options that workplaces need to provide a complete mental health programme.
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Return To Work Assessment
This service can be completed online or in person. It is designed to help determine the mental fitness of an individual returning to the workplace. We provide guidance on any reasonable adjustments that may be needed, in order to support the individual's return to work. The assessment encourages a discussion around their mental wellbeing with a professional outside the workplace, which employees often find easier. Physical health issues can often contribute to mental health challenges, making our assessment valuable for all staff returning after a period of sickness, no matter the reason. This service can help to identify underlying mental health concerns that may be masked by other ailments or stigma, such as a ‘bad back’ or an ‘upset stomach,’ enabling individuals to receive the support they need rather than continuing to struggle in silence.
Following the assessment session, we provide a detailed report with tailored recommendations to support the individual’s recovery and wellbeing.
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In-House Drop-In Clinic (online through MINDWELL)
The drop-in clinic ensures there is ongoing professional support for your workplace. We come to you to provide a selection of services including one-to-one support with a mental health nurse, additional group training to develop understanding and skills, and a discussion to support the mental health first aiders within the workforce. This gives an opportunity to discuss cases which have come up and provide support, guidance for future similar cases and and to offer reassurance.
This is a four-hour session which can be broken down to provide varying amounts of time for each section and can vary each clinic to suit the workplace needs at the time. The clinic is most effective when used regularly either; Monthly, Bi-Monthly, recommended being no more than Quarterly.
Wellbeing Assessment
Our initial assessment will explore the issues the individual is struggling with and provide guidance and support from a registered mental health nurse.
The assessment is often enough to provide the individual with enough self-help techniques.
The session is not timed as dependent on the individual situation it can vary, although usually around 1-2 hours are spent with the person seeking assistance.
A report of the discussion is put together to provide any future guidance or support with a starting place.
Recommendations of next steps for support. This can include a recommendation for further clinical treatment or reasonable adjustments within the workplace to support the individual.
'Bridging The Gap' - Clinical Support
Our 'Bridging the Gap' service is designed to support a staff member through their mental-ill health. This service is perfect to help with early intervention to avoid a longer term issue which can typically occur while they are waiting for NHS availability. Employees can be supported to address their difficulties with a holistic support plan guided by a Mindmaps Wellbeing Mental Health Nurse.
Prior to this service being available the individual must first complete, a Mental Health Assessment with us (as above) to ensure they are offered the right treatment programme. This could be a course of Cognitive Behaviour Therapy (CBT), or Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) by a mental health nurse. On many occasions when the help is sought early the initial assessment with the support provided is all the individual needs to help them get back on track.
If the individual is still receiving treatment at the point their NHS appointment and treatment programme is put into place we can supply a report for them to take to their appointment meaning they don't have to start from the beginning again, and continue on their road to recovery. We then hand over to the NHS team to continue their care. We're pleased to say from the time we have been providing our 'Bridging The Gap' service, our team of nurses have been able to assist individuals before the NHS have become involved.
Mental Health First Aider Guidance, Support & Reassurance
This is similar to the Drop-In Clinic service but is designed specifically to support the workplace mental health first aiders. To provide additional training and open discussions around various case studies they may have encountered through the previous period. The session provides reassurance and guidance for similar future cases they may encounter. The sessions are flexible and can be between one and four hours dependant on your workplace and outcomes you are looking to achieve. Book a call with us at info@mindmapswellbeing.com ans we can discuss how we can best serve your needs.
It is important to provide your MHFAiders with an outlet to offload and manage their own mental wellbeing. This service is most effective when used; Monthly; Bi-Monthly; and we recommend no more than Quarterly spaces between sessions.
Mental Health or Workplace Wellbeing Policy
Mindmaps Wellbeing are able to help your business to create or review an existing mental health and wellbeing policy. What is a mental health policy? It is an official statement that provides the overall direction for mental health by defining a vision, values, principles and objectives, and by establishing a broad model for action to achieve that vision.
The policy may include details outlining the health and wellbeing aims for your business on the following topics; Aim of the policy, Objectives, Communication, Reviewing and monitoring of the policy. The overall health of a workplace includes both the physical and psychological well-being of its workers. All these factors play a role in employee mental health.
There is also a legislative requirement for employers to protect the mental and physical health of their employees.
Request a free consultation to discover how we can support your organisation’s mental health and wellbeing needs. Our services are tailored to deliver solutions for organisations of all sizes.
