What works for you?
Kay Laurie is raising money for Mental Health Foundation
In memory of Peter Budd
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What works for you? How to help colleagues through tough times
Remembering Peter Budd
Thanks to all of those who donated money in Peter's memory following his sad death in April 2007. I'm delighted to say that IMental Health Foundation and Thames Water have worked together to produce this fantastic information for people at work.
Peter (left) and Keith were great friends and the support of friends and colleagues is one of the things that can help us all through tough times.
What works for you?, from the Mental Health Foundation, is a new guide which gives practical advice about how to help a colleague who is having a tough time. Normal life events such as losing somebody close or a serious physical illness can result in mental distress.
The guide provides information on common signs or symptoms of mental health problems, advice on how to listen effectively and on how to respond. Finding out about a colleague’s problem can be stressful and even upsetting, especially if we don’t understand or know how to help.
I hope that you will help others benefit from What works for you by making it available in your workplace. Visit www.mentalhealth.org to download or order copies. If you would like to make a donation in support of the amazing work the MHF is doing for all of us, you can give here, or by visiting http://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/get-involved/donation/
let's make things better
thanks
Kay Laurie
For more information on the work of the Mental Health Foundation, please go to www.mentalhealth.org.uk
Donating through this site is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to donate: Mental Health Foundation will receive your money electronically and, if you are a UK taxpayer, an extra 28% in Gift Aid will be added to your donation at no cost to you.
Many thanks for your support.