Published on: 6 July 2022

The North East and North Cumbria Staff Wellbeing Hub will be running two, 8 week mindfulness-based cognitive therapy group programme open to health and social care staff.

When: Weekly from the 6 July 2022, 2.00pm-4.30pm, or from the 14 July 2022, 5.30 - 8pm pm for 8 consecutive weeks.

Where: Online via Microsoft Teams

These mindfulness-based programme will incorporate the following:

·       Mindfulness training to support the development of awareness and pacing to learn to override automatic habits of overriding exhaustion and discomfort and, as a consequence, to learn how to be with and reduce the tension and anxiety that a life-long condition or long-covid can bring

·       To explore how to integrate recommended physical exercises and activities into your routine

·       To support and receive support from others with similar experiences and challenges in a safe group space

Who is this for?

NHS and other care staff with long-covid and/or a long-term condition

What is a long-term condition?

Long-term conditions or chronic diseases are conditions for which there is currently no cure, and which are managed with drugs and other treatment, for example: diabetes, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, arthritis and hypertension.

How many places are there?

There are 8 places available (however this group is intended to be delivered on an ongoing basis if there is demand)

How do I access a place?

You can self-refer here  (or we accept referral on your behalf from other health professionals/managers who may be supporting you at present). On receipt of your referral you will be invited for a screening assessment to check whether this group suits your needs at present. This appointment will also help you prepare for the group.

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