Wellbeing at Work

Work-related stress is the largest occupational health problem in the UK today. The HSE define work-related stress, depression or anxiety as, 'a harmful reaction people have to undue pressures and demands placed on them at work.' According to HSE, in 2018/2019 there were 15.4 million working days lost due to stress, anxiety and depression.

Excessive stress, without the opportunity to recover, can cause physiological and psychological problems such as tension, fatigue, headaches, digestive problems, irritability, lowered immune system etc.

Low morale
Reduced performance, productivity and creativity
Tiredness
Irritability
Increased absenteeism and therefore potential loss of income for the company

There are requirements for employers under the Health and Safety at work legislation to reduce stress for their employees. At Board level Directors need to ensure that there is a health and safety policy that addresses stress in the workplace which could incorporate a stress management strategy if this was appropriate.

Reflexology for employees could be part of this strategy.

Reflexology is a holistic therapy; it can tackle the underlying causes of stress not simply the symptoms. Reflexology treats the whole person and by focusing on prevention rather than cure, it can help maintain good health in the long term.

Benefits for Employers

Improved motivation, productivity and effectiveness of employees
Higher company satisfaction scores and thereby higher loyalty
Reduced employee stress and pressure
Reduced absenteeism
Attractive benefit for recruitment
Inexpensive and convenient way for a company to invest in employees’ wellbeing

Benefits for Employees

Increased staff morale and feeling of being valued by the company
Improved health, wellbeing and enhanced resistance to future illness
Potential reduced absenteeism
Convenience of treatment during the working day
Cost – part/wholly subsidised if applicable

How will this work for your company?

Company to determine cost involvement. Options include:
- Company subsidises whole treatment
- Company part-subsidised treatment and employee pays the difference
- Employees pay for whole treatment
Agree frequency of visit – ideally one day a week/month
Company to ensure sessions are promoted internally
Treatments take place in the company offices, in a small private room
Treatment length can vary company to company – ideally 30 or 60 minute sessions

If you are interested in setting up a meeting please contact me to discuss.