CONTACT US
News
08 October 2021

World Mental Health Day

October 10th is World Mental Health Day but the stigma around mental health issues in the workplace remains a challenge that employers and employees face on a daily basis.

As part of idverde’s ongoing commitment to supporting people with mental health problems, and to mark the international awareness-raising day, idverde has enrolled all Managers (over 350 people) onto introductory ‘managing mental health’ training as part of their commitment to ensuring that the company is equipped to support their people with respect to Mental Health.

Training is being delivered in partnership with mental health charity MIND to foster a supportive workplace, while equipping employees with the tools and resources to best approach such issues and the resulting challenges this can create personally and professionally.

The online training, which comprises four modules, aims to:

  • provide employees with an understanding of what mental health means
  • explain how they can support those who may be experiencing mental ill-health
  • establish a foundation of understanding that will increase the organisation’s effectiveness in managing mental health issues.

Simon Foley, idverde’s Risk and Compliance Director, said: “Safety is our priority at idverde, and mental health plays a big part in not only the safety of employees but also our clients and members of the public. So we are always looking for ways to support our colleagues in terms of their mental health and the mental health of people they know, whether professionally or personally.

“Our Employee Assistance Programme provides a confidential, free counselling service and our mental health and wellbeing policies provide guidance on mental wellbeing at work. But we were keen to invest in dedicated training to support our colleagues further, to proactively manage mental health issues in the workplace.”

Find out more about MIND here: https://www.mind.org.uk/

Read more about World Mental Health Day here: https://www.mentalhealth.org.uk/campaigns/world-mental-health-day

Latest news

aerial shot if MCFC arena surrounded by trees and buildings
idverde Celebrates Success at the 2024 BALI National Landscape Awards

idverde is delighted to have attended the prestigious BALI National Landscape Awards, an event that celebrates the outstanding achievements of the landscaping industry across the UK.

Read more
fallen tree
idverde Responds to Storm Darragh Impact Across the UK

Storm Darragh recently swept across the UK, bringing fierce winds and heavy rainfall that have caused significant disruption, particularly in the South West and other severely affected regions. The storm has resulted in numerous fallen trees, scattered debris, and hazardous conditions, impacting communities and public spaces alike.

Read more
idverde rspb partnership
Celebrating Seven Years of Partnership: idverde and the RSPB

This month marks a significant milestone as idverde and the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) celebrate seven years of a fruitful partnership dedicated to enhancing biodiversity and promoting conservation across the UK. Since its inception, this collaboration has seen numerous impactful projects and initiatives, each contributing to the preservation and enrichment of natural habitats.

Read more
press-photo_54116940143_o
Loughborough’s Heartfelt Tribute: 6,500 Handmade Poppies Adorn Queen’s Park for Remembrance Sunday

Grounds maintenance contractor, idverde, has been working in partnership with Loughborough in Bloom and Charnwood Borough Council to create a poppy installation in Queen’s Park in the lead-up to Remembrance Sunday.

Read more
20241031_080721
Telford Town Park Named England’s Cleanest Park in a New Study

Telford Town Park has come out top in a new study to find the country’s cleanest parks. Edinburgh scored highest across the whole UK, while Telford’s award-winning Town Park topped the rankings in England.

Read more
Mr Paul Ashman, Community Engagement Manager for idverde, presents idverde plaque to Elaine and Paul Bancroft who are proactive villagers in Urchfont. They are watched by Dr Olivia Chapple OBE EMH, High Sheriff of Wiltshire, and Cllr Bridget Wayman, Chairman of Wiltshire Council.
idverde Supports Wiltshire’s Best Kept Village Competition 2024: Winners Receive Awards from Lord-Lieutenant of Wiltshire

The presentations for this year’s Campaign to Protect Rural England Wiltshire Best Kept Village Competition took place on Sunday 22nd September. Despite the wet weather, very many villagers turned out at each village to take part in the presentation events.

Read more
More news