Health and wellbeing

Health and Wellbeing Support

This page will provide resources and tool to help businesses in Bolton address mental and physical health, improve employee wellbeing and enhance productivity.

The number of working days lost because of sickness or injury was an estimated 185.6 million working days in 2022, a new record high. This represents an increase of 35.8 million from 2021 and 47.4 million more than its pre-pandemic 2019 level. (Office for National Statistics 23 April 2023)

Discover how you can support your staff, prioritise your own health and well-being, whether you're self-employed or an employee!

Physical Health

Moving for just 30 minutes a day has all sorts of benefits. Make your pledge today to move more. It could be you take the stairs instead of the lift. You go for a walk on your lunch break, or you get off the bus one stop earlier - it all counts!

Studies have shown that 30 minutes of regular exercise can reduce the risk of cardio vascular disease by 35%.

Let’s Keep Bolton Moving

Here to support and encourage the people of Bolton to positively change their lives through moving more or adjusting improve their health and wellbeing. Find opportunities to be physically active, socialise, improve your mental health, volunteer or become a local Community Champion!

Find out more and get involved: Let's Keep Bolton Moving (letskeepboltonmoving.co.uk)

Mental Health

A fully funded programme has launched in Bolton to provide you with the tools and knowledge to tackle the expected pandemic of mental ill health.

With one in four UK residents experiencing a mental health issue, it is highly likely that at least one person in your workforce is suffering and you may not even realise it. There are proven links between workplace wellbeing and productivity levels, so raising a happy, healthy and resilient workforce will have a positive effect on your business.

Nurturing employee wellbeing is even more important during these uncertain times to help you retain, engage with and motivate your team, and create a bright future for your business.

The resources will provide support for employees to take care of their wellbeing, including live and recorded workshops. A variety of resources to help employers better support their employees, such as developing wellbeing strategies, improving communication and engagement, and providing support services for both employees and business leaders.

Transport for Greater Manchester cycling courses

Cheaper than the car, faster than your feet: TFGM have opened up cycling courses to more people living or working in Greater Manchester.

Learn for the first time. Build your confidence. Drive safely around cyclists. Whatever you’re looking to learn, there’s a course to fit for yourself and your family.

Please be aware that the courses are available at varying costs, with some being free and others requiring a small fee, depending on the specific course.

Right now, there aren't any grants available for businesses for cycling, but make sure to check our newsletter regularly for updates.

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