Poor mental health in the workplace is costing UK employers more, according to a new report by mental health charity Mind and consultancy firm Deloitte.

The new research suggests that poor mental health cost UK bosses more than £43bn in 2018. That is an increase of 16% since the last estimate of £37bn in 2016.

It is also estimated that 17.5m days are lost per year due to mental health in the workplace. You can see the full Mind and Deloitte report HERE

At Mind in Somerset we want to encourage all businesses across Somerset to be proactive in supporting mental health of its employees

We can provide a variety of training to senior managers and team leaders on how to spot and support someone with poor mental health. As well as providing advice and guidance on developing ‘Health and Wellbeing’ policies and action plans for the workplace. A healthy and happy workforce is a strong one. We can help you achieve this. See more on our corporate training page.

Corporate Training

Mind in Somerset has a large corporate and community training resource. Our experienced trainers can tailor teaching to your needs and the needs of your staff. Find out more

All our services are free!

Mind in Somerset couldn’t exist without your support – whether that’s through a donation, leaving a gift in your Will, or organising a fundraising event – you can help us be there for more people. Find out more

Volunteering

If you have some free time, whether it’s 2 hours per week or 20 hours per week, we would love to hear from you. We are currently looking to recruit volunteers to support us. Find out more

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19jan(jan 19)7:00 pm26(jan 26)8:30 pmOnline Youth Matters Peer Support Group7:00 pm (19) - 8:30 pm (26)

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23jan12:00 pm5:00 pmSafe Space (Crisis Service)12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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With Open Mental Health, we are able to offer out-of-hours support for anyone who feels like they are really struggling with their mental health. Instead of going to A&E, making an urgent doctor’s appointment or suffering in silence, you can visit one of our offices across Somerset in Bridgwater, Yeovil, Shepton Mallet, Taunton, Wells and Glastonbury. There you will find a supportive member of staff who will be willing to listen and be able to help you with your problems, whatever they may be.

Here is our list of services and times:

Taunton (Mind in Somerset): Monday – Sunday: 6PM – 10:00PM Saturday and Sunday 12-4PM
Sussex Lodge, 44 Station Rd, Taunton Somerset TA1 1NS
Yeovil (Mind in Somerset): Monday – Sunday: 6PM – 10:00PM Saturday and Sunday 12-4PM
Yeovil Foyer, Peter St, Yeovil BA20 1PN
Bridgwater (Second Step): Friday – Sunday: 6PM – 10:00PM
Citizens Advice Sedgemoor, Royal Clarence House, 3 High Street, Bridgwater, Somerset
Glastonbury (Second Step): Friday: 6PM – 10:00PM
Sweet Track Centre, 44A High Street, Glastonbury, BA6 9DX
Shepton Mallet (Mind in Somerset): Monday- Thursday: 6PM – 10:00PM
57c High Street, Shepton Mallet, BA4 5AQ
Shepton Mallet (Second Step): Saturday: 6PM – 10:00PM
57c High Street, Shepton Mallet, BA4 5AQ
Wells (Second Step): Sunday: 6PM – 10.00PM
Elim Connect Centre, Portway, Wells, BA5 2BE

Please phone 01823 276 892 before though so we know that you are coming, and note that we cannot take anyone under eighteen or under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Due to health and safety procedures we cannot guarantee there is an accessible toilet facility on site.

For more information on dealing with a mental health emergency, please visit the NHS website. For services available in the county specifically, please visit SOMPAR’s page.

If you are feeling suicidal or if you have self-harmed and are concerned about it, please dial 999 or visit your nearest A&E department.

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