Mind
Bamestream bereavement support service Bereavement support for colleagues who are Black, Asian or other minority ethnic.
Child Bereavement UK Helping children, young people, parents and families to rebuild their lives when a child grieves or when a child dies.
Cruse Support, advice and information to children, young people and adults when someone dies.
Dying Matters Working to create an open culture that talks about death, dying and bereavement.
Getting help for domestic violence Information for you or loved ones or friends who are facing domestic abuse of any kind.
Refuge The largest specialist domestic abuse organisation in the UK. Help with the physical, emotional, financial and logistical impacts of abuse.
Women’s aid The national charity working to end domestic abuse against women and children.
Men’s advice line The helpline for male victims of domestic abuse.
Next link Safe houses, crisis support, outreach services etc.
Able futures Support for mental health at work
Be Mindful Mindfulness and mindfulness based stress reduction (MBSR).
Employee assistance programme Free and confidential support for your mental health, including burnout prevention and counselling.
Hub of Hope provided by national mental health charity, Chasing the Stigma, and brings local, national, peer, community, charity, private and NHS mental health support and services together in one place
Mind Fighting for mental health, for support, for respect, for you.
Togetherall Support if you’re feeling lonely, stressed, worried or just not yourself.
British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy Find a registered therapist.
Changes Bristol Peer support groups in Bristol and online for anyone aged 18 or over, offering a safe and friendly space for people to share any worries they might have
Heart to Heart Bristol Low Cost Counselling to all members of our community
International Stress Management Association Promoting stress prevention and well-being
Mental Health Foundation Programmes, research, policy and public engagement on good mental health
Mind Tools On demand learning resources resources to develop your personal and professional wellbeing.
Priory Group Mental health, addiction and eating disorder treatments
The School of Life Learn, heal and grow through articles, app, books and other resources.
Zero Suicide Alliance here to empower, educate, and equip individuals and organisations to support suicide awareness and prevention.
Body
NHS Back pain Causes, how to relieve pain, and when to get medical advice.
British Heart Foundation Looking after your heart.
NHS Live Well Healthy living advice: healthy weight, exercise, etc.
Macmillan Cancer Support Supporting you through the physical, emotional and financial impacts of cancer.
Cancer Support UK Practical and emotional support during and after the treatment period.
Penny Brohn Charity, providing cancer care for your mind, body, emotions, heart and soul.
Cancer Research UK Practical information: from symptoms and screening, to coping after treatment.
Maggies Charity providing free cancer support and information in centres across the UK and online.
Healthier Families Helping you and your family eat better and move more.
NHS Eat well Information and guidance about eating a healthy, balanced diet.
NHS Live Well Exercise Exercise guidelines and workouts to help improve your fitness and wellbeing.
Bupa desk stretches To help ease muscle strain.
NHS Fitness studio online exercise classes 23 instructor-led videos: aerobics, strength and resistance, pilates and yoga.
NHS Live well: sleep and tiredness Reasons you might feel tired and advice on how to prevent tiredness.
Mind: sleep and mental health how to cope with sleep problems. Practical suggestions and where to get support.
NHS Sleep diary Complete each morning to record your sleep patterns.
Drink coach Offering identification and brief advice as well as the tools, to track and change one’s drinking – all in one place.
Alcoholics Anonymous help for a drink problem.
NHS quit smoking advice, tools and tips.
Men’s health forum aim for all men and boys to have the information, services and treatments they need to live healthier, longer and more fulfilling lives.
The Menopause Charity Educating everybody so that perimenopause and menopause are properly understood.
NHS women’s health Information and support on health, wellbeing, conditions and screening
Money/work
Money:
Cost of living support Government support to help with the cost of living, including income and disability benefits, bills and allowances, childcare, housing and travel.
The Money Charity The UK’s Financial Capability charity for over 25 years. Vision for evryone to achieve Financial Wellbeing by managing their money well.
Money Helper here to make your money and pension choices clearer. Explaining what you need to do and how you can do it. Free, impartial guidance that’s backed by government.
Money Saving Expert Cutting your costs, fighting your corner.
A FREE campaign to help people who work in social care, and the people they support, to save hundreds of pounds on their energy bills.
The Care Workers Charity To advance the financial, professional and mental wellbeing of social care workers by making grants, signposting to resources and providing access to services.
Aimed at people aged 45 to 65 predominantly to help you start thinking about your work, health and money with future planning in mind.
Help with childcare costs Find out what you’re entitled to.
A free and confidential service run by Canada Life. From GP consultations to counselling, diet support and a get fit programme to legal and financial guidance. Available to all our colleagues and their household.
Perks and benefits:
A summary of your perks and benefits
Savings and discounts (From Our Trust Hub and The Blue Light Card)
Your pension Find out more about the Trust’s pension scheme and other sources of support when it comes to saving for your retirement.
Free gym and pool Looking after your well-being.
Community fridges Across our sites. Colleagues are very welcome to take food from the fridge, but there may also be an option to
give a donation to a local charity if you can.
Subsidised staff meals Main meals for colleagues are now only £2.50 in our restaurants!
Eye tests Free eye test and contribution to the cost of glasses for colleagues who regularly use screens for work.
St Monica Trust is partnered with Great Western Credit Union’s Money@Work service to
help you access affordable loans and easy ways to save through your payroll.
Cycle to work scheme St Monica Trust permanent colleagues can save up to 42% on the cost of a new bike and equipment with Cycle to Work on Our Trust Hub using our salary sacrifice scheme and start a healthier commute.
Health cash plan Helping you to manage the cost of everyday healthcare such as dental check-ups and treatment, eye tests and glasses or therapy fees.
Work:
ACAS gives employees and employers free, impartial advice on workplace rights, rules and best practice.
Citizens Advice Free, confidential advice, online, in person or phone. Giving people the knowledge and confidence they need to find their way forward – whoever they are, and whatever their problem.
Equality and Human Rights Commission
Promoting and upholding equality and human rights ideals and laws across England, Scotland and Wales.
Health and Safety Executive Protecting people and places.
Support Through Court Charity supporting people who face court alone so that they can represent themselves to the best of their abilities. Free service based in court buildings. In addition to our local offices, we also offer a National Helpline Service on 03000 810 006 which is open Monday to Friday 10:30am to 3:30pm.
Working Families the UK’s national charity for working parents and carers. Aiming to remove the barriers that people with caring responsibilities face in the workplace.