East Sussex Wellbeing at Work – Training & Events for May 2025

We hope you’re all well and looking forward to a much-deserved Easter break. Just a few bits for you, we have a great resource opportunity for you to support your staff in kicking the smoking habit, and news of two training opportunities over May.

Swap to Stop. Free E-Cigarette Starter Kits

For employees who smoke and want support to stop smoking

We are reaching out to programme members with a unique opportunity to further support the great work you do in promoting health and wellbeing amongst your employees.

The Swap to Stop smoking cessation scheme has been extended for applications until the 30th April 2025. Swap to Stop provides people who smoke and who would like to give stopping smoking a go, a free vape starter kit which includes a free reusable device, charger, coils, e-liquids etc.

If this is something you are interested in offering in your workplace, please contact Casey Ingold as soon as possible to discuss your individual needs. You can contact Casey by email at [email protected]

Training for May 2025

Mental Health Awareness (RYP Wellbeing)

When: Tuesday 6th May 2025. 9:30am to 1:00pm

Where: Online.

Good mental health is an important component of a healthy and productive work environment. Awareness training empowers employers and employees to understand mental health issues, recognise mental health problems in themselves and others, and encourage open conversations about mental wellbeing.

This half-day Mental Health Awareness course from RYP Wellbeing is designed to give participants a better understanding of mental health, and the skills and knowledge needed to address and challenge stigma. The course provides a basic knowledge of some of the more common mental health issues, advice, and guidance on how to take care of our own mental health and wellbeing, and the confidence to help and support others who may be in crisis or experiencing a mental health issue.

By developing a better understanding mental health, employers can create more supportive working environments that encourage a healthier mental state for their employees, leading to higher productivity and engagement, lower staff turnover, better team dynamics, and reduced legal or compliance risks.

Delegates receive a workbook, manual and certificate upon completion.

Click here to find out more and to book your tickets.

An introduction to Creative Journaling.

Creative Health Pilot Sessions (Culture Shift)

When: Friday 30^th May 2025.

Session 1. 09:00am to 12:30pm

Session 2. 1:30pm to 5:00pm

Where: Faraday House, Eastbourne

“Creativity is not an additional extra, it is essential for being well and staying well.”

Mah Rana, Co-Director, Lived Experience Network, Leadership and Strategy Roundtable

Working in collaboration with Lewes based arts charity Culture Shift, we’re developing two half-day pilot workshops on Creative Journaling. Each of the sessions will be an opportunity for programme partners to explore and evaluate the use of creative journaling as a positive health intervention for both the individual and for the wider workforce.

What is Creative Journaling.

Creative journaling is a highly personalised, self-expressive practice that combines traditional journaling with artistic elements such as drawing, painting, collage, and poetry. It provides individuals a private space to explore their thoughts, emotions, and experiences in a visually and creatively engaging way.

How can you get involved?

Our pilot sessions are open to all staff members employed by workplaces registered with the Wellbeing at Work programme. We’ll provide you with an open and non-judgemental space, and all the guidance, inspiration, and materials you need to start your own creative journey. All we ask is that after the session you complete the online evaluation form and then join us for one of our online discussion sessions later in the spring.

 Want to find out more?

If you have any questions or would like to know more about the pilot sessions, please contact us by email at [email protected].

If you would like to know more about how creativity plays a role in health and wellbeing, you can visit the Culture Health and Wellbeing Alliance webpage, the Creative Health & Wellbeing page of the Arts Council England website, or read the Creative Health Review produced by the National Centre for Creative Health.

Click here to book your place on Session One – 9:00am to 12:30pm

Click here to book your place on Session Two – 1:30pm to 5:00pm