As the Charity's Communities Lead, Clare Hannaford knows the importance of talking to each other. Here she explains why picking up the phone and calling someone who makes you happy could be the best thing you'll do for yourself all day. As well as the stories of hope and recovery coming from the fight against coronavirus, for some of us, the outcome is not such a positive one. Psychological Services Lead, Jane Rosso, is here to offer some kind words to anyone trying to face the seemingly impossible task of handling loss and grief at this time. As our blue light services join forces in the fight against COVID-19, fire service personnel are now working even more closely with the NHS and police, meaning an increased exposure to death. Here are some tips to protect your mental health. Our Nursing Services Lead Kath Savage offers some advice on how to ensure, as key workers, we minimise the infection control risk to our families and others. Senior Exercise Therapist Kelly Brown is here to share a set of exercises you can do using nothing more than a chair.
It’s good to talk. Especially during lockdown
Grief in a time of coronavirus
How to cope with an increased exposure to death at work
Arriving home safely when you’re a key worker
Chair-based exercises you can do from home
