Positively Impacting on the Health and Wellbeing of our Staff
The Health Improvement Team are committed to positively impacting on the health and wellbeing of Belfast Trust staff.
Working to Government health priorities we co-ordinate and facilitate health improvement activity and provide a resource of information and advice. The service works directly with staff and the public as well as in partnership with other statutory, voluntary and community organisations.
BWELL Flyer October To December 2023
Do you want to know how to improve your Health & Wellbeing?
“I didn’t realise that so much support was available to staff”
Freebies offered to those who attend
Join a virtual information session to find the support and tools you need to make positive lifestyle changes.
Information Session Dates and Times:
• Thursday 19th October – 12.45 1.15pm
• Monday 13th November – 12.45 1.15pm
• Tuesday 5th December – 12.45 1.15pm
To register and receive an MS Teams link please email: health.improvement@belfasttrust.hscni.net
To organise a bespoke session for a group of staff or Team please email Donna Rooney – donna.rooney@belfasttrust.hscni.net
Click below for more information on resources and training:
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BWell Information Session
Do you want to know how to improve your overall health and wellbeing?
“I didn’t realise that so much support was available to staff”
Join our virtual information session to find the support and tools you need to make positive lifestyle changes.
Information Session Dates and Times:
•Thursday 19 th October 12.45 1.15pm
•Monday 13 th November 12.45 1.15pm
•Tuesday 5 th December 12.45 1.15pmTo register and receive a Teams link please email: health.improvement@belfasttrust.hscni.net
Guidance for staff is in the Management of Stress and Wellbeing Policy
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Top Tips Training 2022
Do you want to learn strategies to manage stress, improve your emotional wellbeing and access support available to you?
The Health Improvement Team’s Top Tips for Looking After Yourself Programme is open to all Belfast Trust staff. This 2 hour interactive workshop is delivered to a small group over MS Teams.
To register for one of these dates please email: health.improvement@belfasttrust.hscni.netNew Dates for Spring (all via MS Teams)
- Thursday 5th May 2pm—4pm
- Thursday 12th May 2pm—4pm
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Walking Programmes
Staff Lunchtime Walks
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Learn about 5 simple steps to improve your wellbeing as you walk
Physical Activity freebies to all who attend
TUESDAYS at BCH – all fitness levels
Meet Cancer Centre Main Door 12.45pm
Tuesday 3 May – Tuesday 24 MayTHURSDAYS at RVH – slow pace
Meet Elliott Dynes Main Door 12.45pm
Thursday 5 May – Thursday 26 May
FRIDAYS at Knockbracken – all fitness levels
Meet COVID centre 12.45pm
Friday 6 May – Friday 27 May
(These are 30min walks with no obligation to attend all sessions)Register with health.improvement@belfasttrust.hscni.net
For further info contact Donna: donna.rooney@belfasttrust.hscni.net Tel: 07841809005
Staff Lunchtime Walks
6 Week Walking Programme
To Incorporate ‘Take 5’ Wellbeing Messages
« Walks for All Fitness Levels « Freebies Available «
TUESDAYS at RVH
Meet at the Broadway Gate 12.30pm
Tuesday 19 July – Tuesday 23 August
THURSDAYS at Mater Hospital
Meet at A&E Atrium 12.30pm
Thursday 21 July – Thursday 25 August
(These are 30min walks with no obligation to attend all sessions)To register email: health.improvement@belfasttrust.hscni.net
For further info contact Donna: donna.rooney@belfasttrust.hscni.net Tel: 07841809005
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Training Guide: Mental Health Improvement and Suicide Prevention
Training Guide: Mental Health Improvement and Suicide Prevention
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Stop Smoking: Support for Staff
If you are a staff member who smokes you can access support and free NRT.
Click here for more information
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Stop Smoking: Brief Intervention Training
Staff Training:
If you would like more information on how to discuss stopping smoking with patients we can provide evidence based Brief Intervention Training for staff, please contact the Stop Smoking Service.
Contact: stopsmoking@belfasttrust.hscni.net or Tel: (028) 9504 6714.
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Mind Ur Mind Toolkit for Staff and Managers
This is a resource to enable staff to stay in good mental health and provide help to those who need it.
https://belfasttrust.pagetiger.com/mindurmind/1
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HIV Awareness Sessions
HIV AWARENESS SESSIONS
AUGUST – SEPTEMBER 2023HIV Awareness training is mandatory for all Health & Social Care Staff with direct patient and client contact. The Sexual Health Training Team offers HIV Awareness sessions that are delivered online through MS Teams, making them easily accessible for Belfast HSC Trust staff. The sessions last approximately 2 hours and provide a good opportunity to learn more about HIV, raise personal and professional awareness of prevention, testing and treatment.
To book a place on LMS for your preferred course date please go to The Loop – Learn HSCNI to access training dates. For further information
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A Healthier You For 2022
A Healthier You For 2022
Need ideas for healthier lunches? Why not join Barbara’s LIVE Cooking Demonstration for beginners…
Venue: online via MS Teams
Time: 1pm – 1.30pm
Dates:
- Monday 7th February 2022
- Monday 14th February 2022
- Monday 21st February 2022
- Monday 28th February 2022
If you wish to attend please register with Health Improvement by emailing: health.improvement@belfasttrust.hscni.net
Please note these sessions will be recorded and can be accessed anytime – please email us if you would like to register for this option.
On completion of the Cooking Programme you will receive cooking related freebies!
Click for Cooking Sessions Flyer
- Lunchtime Talks
- Monthly Flyers