Wellbeing at Work : Haven's first to win silver

East Sussex Wellbeing at Work is an accreditation programme that provides a free framework for employers to improve wellbeing in the workplace and Havens Community Hub CIC have become the first not-for-profit small organisation to achieve the silver criteria for their commitment to their staff and volunteers.

Hub Founder, Paula Woolven, said "I believe employers, whether commercial or charity, should always invest in the well-being of their staff and volunteers - our greatest assets. When people feel supported and valued, they are more engaged, motivated and productive, improving morale within a positive environment. Having achieved our bronze award earlier in the year, I'm delighted that our ongoing work has resulted in us achieving silver. We aim to become the first not-for-profit to win the gold award in 2024."

The programme, run by East Sussex County Council, takes a holistic approach, including the following topics:

Physical Activity and Active Travel, Healthy Eating, Musculoskeletal Health and Health and Safety, Mental Health, Sickness Absence, Return to Work and Prevention, Alcohol, Substance Misuse, Stop Smoking, Leadership, Management and Workplace Culture.

To find out more or to sign up for free, visit https://wellbeingatwork.eastsussex.gov.uk

Photo: Havens Community Hub representatives accept the award

(L-R) Flavia de Melo Dewey (ESCC), Dani McDonald (Hub), Dawn Norman (Hub).