What is WorkWell?
WorkWell is a support service in Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland to help you start, stay and succeed in work. WorkWell offers personal support to help you with any health issues so you can either stay in work or get a new job after a period of unemployment
We know that work and health are inextricably linked. Being in work raises living standards and pulls people out of poverty, and a prolonged absence from work can lead to a deterioration in health and wellbeing, both due to financial strains and the absence of positive psychological and social support.
Services
Dedicated work and health coaches can provide:
- An initial assessment of barriers to employment
- Return-to-work/thrive-in-work planning, with clear objectives that address physical, psychological and social needs
- Employer liaison. If the participant consents, the employer can be contacted to share the work plan and provide advice
- Advice on workplace adjustments
- Personalised work and health support with follow-up as required, including ongoing support in the form of locally determined, low intensity appointments to take stock of progress and recommend further actions and activities.
Referral
Individuals can be referred to WorkWell through their employer, local services within their area, primary care providers such as GPs, Jobcentre Plus and themselves through self-referral.
