‘ If you ’re struggling, you’re not alone ’

We are all living through an overwhelmingly challenging time at the moment. One that’s affecting all of us in many different ways. The COVID-19 pandemic has thrown our daily lives upside down and, whether on the frontline or not, UNISON members have been coping with huge amounts of stress over the past year and a half. A recent UNISON survey found that 48% of members working in health sectors are struggling to cope. Fear, worry and stress are all survival responses to situations of threat and uncertainty – so it’s understandable that so many people are having a difficult time. UNISON is always here to help its members. For those suffering with difficulties as diverse as bereavement, sickness, addiction, job loss, debt, domestic abuse or worries about putting food on the table, UNISON has stepped up over the past year to help as many people as possible access the support they need. UNISON head of welfare Julie Grant says: “Good mental health is fundamental to our sense of wellbeing and our enjoyment of life. “At its worst, poor mental health can have a devastating impact on the sufferer, their family, their ability to hold down a job and their financial wellbeing. “Supporting and caring for those struggling with mental health difficulties is vitally important. Knowing where to go to access practical help and information is key.” There for You The welfare section of UNISON’s website features a directory of useful contacts, listing dozens of charities and helpl...
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