Mental Health Support

Mental Health Support

We recognise the importance of mental health as defined by the World Health Organisation: “a state of well-being in which the individual realises their own abilities, can cope with the normal stresses of life, can work productively and fruitfully, and is able to make a contribution to their community.”

Being mentally healthy means more than just not having a mental health problem. We all have times when we feel down, stressed, or frightened. While these feelings often pass, sometimes they can develop into more serious issues. To support our colleagues during such times, we have formed a mental health group that provides a safe space for colleagues to express their feelings and support each other.

Where to Find Mental Health Support

Our mental health support network spans across Tops and the Aspire Training Team, with dedicated mental health representatives available to assist those who are facing mental health issues.

Every couple of months, we hold training sessions and proactive action planning to ensure our health and well-being strategy is actioned and progressed. These sessions help us learn from each other, explore additional ways to support our colleagues and partners, and discuss using social media platforms to raise mental health awareness. We also collaborate with the surrounding community to enhance our support network and distribute helpful resources from medical professionals.

Our mental health representatives are fully qualified as a Mental Health First Aid Representative who provide support beyond their immediate teams, assisting colleagues and partners across the business to ensure everyone has access to the help they need. This approach allows colleagues or partners who prefer not to speak with someone in their immediate work environment to receive support from others within the organisation.

For more information or support, please reach out to our dedicated mental health representatives.