For many, this time of year can be particularly difficult. The situation is Gaza and Israel is also at the forefront of a lot of peoples' minds, with colleagues throughout the NHS who are worried about family and friends.

NHS England provide a free and confidential text service which is available to all our NHS colleagues to give support to those who are feeling worried or overwhelmed, or who have a lot on their mind and need to talk it through. Text SUPPORT to 85258 for support 24/7. 

This is in addition to our free 24/7, 365 Employee Assistance Programme, through an organisation called Care first. Colleagues can access wellbeing support at anytime, every day. Care first not only provide counselling, but information and advice on physical wellbeing, financial and legal issues too. 

See the intranet: Workforce and Organisational Development / Colleague Health and Wellbeing / Care First 24/7, 365 Wellbeing Service