The Balance app – menopause tracking and support

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The balance app aims to make menopause support inclusive and accessible to everyone, globally. It is designed to help people become better informed and prepared during this time of their lives. The app was founded by menopause specialist, Dr Louise Newson. Users can track their symptoms, access personalised content, download a Health Report, and share […]

My Black Dog – peer-to-peer mental health support

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My Black Dog offers peer-to-peer support for people who are struggling with their mental health. All volunteers are people who have lived experiences of their own mental health challenges and understand what you are going through. The charity offers free online support via its online chat service. You can also find articles, resources and some […]

The Stay Alive app – a suicide prevention resource

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The Stay Alive app is a suicide prevention resource for the UK, full of useful information and tools to help you stay safe in crisis.  You can use it if you are having thoughts of suicide or if you are concerned about someone else who may be considering suicide. The app includes: A safety plan […]

OCD-UK – support to understand and manage OCD

Information plays an important role in helping people understand and manage Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. OCD-UK is a national charity run by, and for, people with OCD. The organisation aims to educate, offer hope, and support people at every stage of their journey: through the difficult times, right through to recovery and everything in between. The charity […]

The No Panic helpline

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No Panic is a registered charity that supports people living with panic attacks, phobias, OCD and other related anxiety disorders. No Panic offers a number of different services, including telephone and email support, as well as additional programmes for people who sign up for an annual membership. The No Panic Helpline operates between 10am and […]

Budget Planner by MoneyHelper

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This simple budget planning tool aims to give you a clearer picture of your income and outgoings, and make a plan for your financial goals. Knowing where every pound is being spent is a good first step towards building savings, getting out of debt or preparing for retirement. The Budget Planner tool from MoneyHelper offers: […]

Financial Habits and Money Management Programme

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This is a free 10-week plan designed to build confidence around money management and budgeting. This resource is designed to help you feel more in control of your finances. It aims to cut through the jargon and help you make more confident decisions about your money and pensions, with just 20 minutes a week! The […]

National Day of Reflection

As we approach the two-year anniversary of the start of Covid-19 restrictions in England, we know many of our staff still feel the impact of the pandemic at work and at home as much as ever. Many of us may experience complex feelings around this anniversary, and wonder how to mark the event personally and […]

A Message for Social Care Staff

Resource description: We know that our social care staff in North Central London have faced enormous challenges during the pandemic. In KeepingWell NCL’s latest podcast, Marina Palomo, KeepingWell Hub Support Lead, draws from her experience working with staff across social care to acknowledge these challenges and show her admiration and respect for our care colleagues’ […]

KeepingWell’s ‘Strava’ Virtual Physical Activity Club

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We all know that physical activity helps improve our physical and mental health, and has widespread positive implications in our personal life, family and relationships and work spaces. However, with NHS and social Care staff having very busy roles, scheduling in physical activity can be another challenge. KeepingWell NCL have created a virtual Physical Activity […]