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Employee newsletter | February 2021
WELLBEING
Time to Talk Day
th
4 February 2021
On 4th February 2021, we start that first conversation about mental or they do not feel comfortable and
health, here are a few tips: pushing a conversation that someone
will acknowledge Time to 1. Step away from the labels: it is best to doesn’t want to have can have the
Talk Day (TTTD) - a leave the diagnosing of any conditions to opposite effect. If this happens, it is best to
the professionals. Even if you feel that the acknowledge that you respect they don’t
campaign created by Time individual may fit a diagnosis, it is advisable wish to talk and remind them that you are
to Change, a leading mental to stay with the feelings and support of there for them, if they change their mind.
the person, rather than be tempted to
health charity to support provide a diagnosis of what you feel the Getting involved with Time to Talk day
conversations about mental ‘problem’ is and a plan to fix it. 2021.
2. Listen well: when we are actively Create an online pledge wall or chat
health and break down listening, we do more than hear. Allow the group. It can be good to get friends and
some of the barriers to person to lead the conversation. Try not colleagues (including those who might be
to interrupt (even if you feel that it would remote working) to get involved and start
talking about how we are be helpful information), and be having open conversations about mental
feeling. encouraging when they are sharing their health and wellbeing by sharing wellbeing
feelings. Lead the conversation and tips and gaining support on the days that
Time to Talk day encourages us to open acknowledge what they are saying by are more difficult than others.
up regarding our emotional wellbeing and nodding or repeating certain phrases to
break mental health stigma, believing that ensure you have understood it. This will For more ideas and online resources,
there are always opportunities in our daily encourage them to share and feel click here to access the TTTD 2021 page
lives, whether at work, school, university respected and cared for. on the Time to Change website. You can
or home, to check in with one another’s 3. Communication is key: sadly, Time to find multiple info packs and order forms
wellbeing and mental health. Talk Day 2021 is subject to pandemic to obtain your free promo materials and
restrictions. It'll be different from most get involved with Talk to Talk Day 2021.
Getting the conversation going about years, as social distancing and lockdowns
mental health. mean being close to people isn't always
If you are concerned about someone’s possible. However, you can reach out to If you need to access our services to
mental health, or something has share feelings via Zoom, text, email, or discuss any wellbeing concerns you may
happened which may harm that person’s social media as an alternative to face-to have, our confidential helpline is available
wellbeing (like a bereavement or face-contact. Now more than ever, there 24/7, 365.
separation), it can be tempting to ignore are different ways to communicate and
some of the signs that this person is connect to get the conversations going. Alternatively, if you have access to the My
struggling, or you might find that you 4. Respect their readiness: speaking out Healthy Advantage app (iOS & Android),
worry about worsening the situation. about mental health is easier for some you can view a variety of wellbeing
However, asking that person how they are than others, and timing is everything. It resources including our new video series,
or voicing your concerns can be the first can be difficult when you feel someone BrightTV – powered by Health Assured,
step to showing that you care for them may be struggling and not talking about it, featuring a variety of well-known
and acknowledge that right now things yet we need to respect that they may not personalities sharing their unique
are difficult. If you’re unsure on how to want to talk. It could be the wrong time, experiences with mental health.
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Employee newsletter | February 2021
TOPICAL
World Cancer Day
th
4 February 2021
According to statistics from such as depression, anxiety, and in more lives have been impacted by cancer.
serious cases post traumatic stress Examples include Help to Overcome
Cancer Research UK, disorder (PTSD). Relationships with loved Problems Effectively (HOPE), and
cancer survival in the UK ones, friends and colleagues may Macmillan Cancer. Below, we have listed
become strained due to the physical and several positive steps that an individual
has doubled in the last 40 emotional difficulties the treatment may can take after experiencing cancer:
years. cause. Below are some examples of
emotional difficulties someone may face Volunteering: people often want to give
This year, World Cancer Day falls on when living with cancer: back to others/charities that may have
Thursday 4th February 2021 and raises assisted them during their illness and
awareness of those who are currently Trauma & stress: the physical and perform volunteer work. Have a look at
living with cancer, have had cancer, who emotional turmoil may lead to the your local cancer charity/support group,
are supporting someone with cancer, person becoming traumatised. This as they may always need a helping hand!
and to commemorate those who we could be from the role the disease had Fundraising: cancer survivors may wish
have lost. It is also an opportunity to upon them, as well as if the treatment to use Cancer Survivors Day to generate
celebrate those who have survived itself has caused emotional distress. funds for relevant charities. Gather your
cancer and serve as an encouragement Support groups and counselling are local community and create an event to
for those who have been diagnosed and recommended to combat psychological be enjoyed by all!
are undergoing treatment. trauma. Social media: if your life or someone you
Fear: the fear of cancer re-emerging is know has been touched by cancer, social
Furthermore, World Cancer Day raises another issue someone recovering may media can be a very effective way to
awareness in the support networks that face. Survivors can go years (and a encourage them to share their story.
have stood with those who have had lifetime) without the disease Using the hashtag #WorldCancerDay to
cancer along their journey and raises re-occurring. However, many may face assist in getting these stories to the
awareness to the daily struggles of years of worry believing the disease may public’s attention, this promotes support
cancer survivors, advocating for further one day re-appear. The person must be and positivity.
funds, regulation and studies to assist open to those close to them regarding
them in obtaining a greater life their worries and concerns. If you need to access our services to
experience. Loneliness: survivors may become discuss any wellbeing concerns you may
emotionally isolated due to others being have, our confidential helpline is
After experiencing cancer treatment unable to understand what they have available 24/7, 365.
While the completion of cancer been through. This can cause issues
treatment is both gratifying and socially, leading to isolation. Support Alternatively, if you have access to the
alleviating for many, it can also have groups are further encouraged so My Healthy Advantage app (iOS &
enduring physical and psychological survivors can speak to those who have Android), you can view a variety of
effects. The treatment can have a shared similar experiences. wellbeing resources including our new
long-standing impact on an individual’s video series, BrightTV – powered by
physical state—altering how a person Gaining support Health Assured, featuring a variety of
lives their life. Additionally, the person Some cancer charities run short courses well-known personalities sharing their
may develop mental health problems which are designed to assist those whose unique experiences with mental health.
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Employee newsletter | February 2021
LEGAL
Practical steps
following a
bereavement
It can be difficult to know expenses, you may be entitled to have a dedicated helpline offering
financial support through a Funeral support with inheritance tax queries on
what steps should be taken Expenses Payment if: 0300 123 1072.
following the loss of a • You receive certain benefits such as
universal credit The application can be made online
loved one. This article • You meet the government guidelines through the government website or via
provides guidance, regarding your relationship with the post using the PA1P form where a will
deceased such as being their partner exists or the PA1A where a will does not
information, and an • The funeral is in the UK, the European exist.
overview of the practical Economic Area (EEA) or Switzerland
5. Distribute the estate
steps to follow. 3. Informing relevant organisations Once you have followed this process and
You must inform all government ascertained probate, if needed, you will
1. Registering the death agencies and relevant organisations that be able to distribute the estate according
Registration should be completed within the person is deceased. You can use the to the will or the rules of intestacy.
5 days of the individual dying. The death online ‘Tell us once’ service to inform
can be registered through any local government agencies including HMRC, Scotland, Northern Ireland, and the
registrar and will create a legal record. DWP, DVLA, the Passport Office, the Republic Of Ireland
You can find a registrar through the UK local council and some public sector If you are living outside England and
Gov website. pension schemes such as the NHS. The Wales, the processes will vary within each
registrar can help you complete this or jurisdiction. For example, the registration
If there is an ongoing inquest with the can provide you with a code to access requirements are as follows:
coroner, you must wait until the inquiry the service later. Scotland: Must be registered within 8
is completed before registering the days with the Registration Office.
death. In the meantime, you should be Additionally, you will need to contact Northern Ireland: Registration within 3
issued with an interim death certificate any organisations the deceased has a months with any Registrar of Births,
which can be used to arrange the contract, or relationship with including Marriages and Deaths office.
funeral. but not limited to their bank, utility Republic of Ireland: To be registered
providers and employer. You usually within 5 days with the Civil Registration
2. Arranging the funeral need to provide the death certificate for Office.
Once you have received a death them to close the contract, generate a
certificate you can begin preparing for final bill or pay any monies owed to the
the funeral. When selecting a funeral estate. If you need to access our services to
director, it is advisable to check they are discuss any wellbeing concerns you may
a member of the National Association of 4. Applying for probate have, our confidential helpline is
Funeral Directors, or The National Probate is not always necessary for available 24/7, 365.
Society of Allied and Independently smaller estates but should be something
funded funeral directors to ensure they you consider before distribution of the Alternatively, if you have access to the
operate to a high standard. estate. If probate is required, you will My Healthy Advantage app (iOS &
need to value the estate to estimate how Android), you can view a variety of
Funeral costs are usually covered by the much Inheritance tax, if any, will be wellbeing resources including our new
deceased estate if they are reasonable owed. Inheritance tax is usually payable video series, BrightTV – powered by
and proportionate. You can contact the on estates worth £325,000 or more. Health Assured, featuring a variety of
deceased bank directly and they will However, there are exceptions where the well-known personalities sharing their
release funds to cover the funeral costs. estate is being left solely to a spouse, civil unique experiences with mental health.
If you are struggling to cover the funeral partner, or children. The government
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