MBS Brochure 2024

Mind Body and Soul 2024

WELCOME TO YOUR MBS EVENTS FOR 2024

We’ve been running health and wellbeing events for a few years now to develop a culture and environment that cares for your health and wellbeing.

This year is no exception. We’re bringing back our popular team Step Challenge, mental health talk with Megan LewisBourke and Dan Webb, along with new online workshops covering mindfulness, sleep, menopause, plus what to wear in the office. You’re invited to try your own individual Fitness Challenge with Anytime Fitness in May and we’ll be offering the usual treatments (reflexology, Indian head massage, pain relief clinic) at all three offices throughout the year.

For those of you who have recently joined us, last year we worked towards achieving the Healthy Workplaces Gloucestershire Award whic h recognises local employers for the work they do to support employees’ health and wellbeing.

In December 2023, Hazlewoods was presented with the Foundation Level Award, something we are very proud to have achieved .

We aim to provide relevant workshops, treatments and mental health support to you all throughout the year – so there is something for everyone. Please read on if you’d like to find out about more, or visit our MBS page

Best wishes

Julia and the HR team

APRIL

Tuesday 23rd Reflexology or massage at Windsor House

https://reflexologyandmassage.co.uk/

1. Reflexology This therapy is relaxing and a really good stress -reducer, helping to alleviate many conditions, including stress, hormone and digestive-related concerns.

2. Indian Head Massage This is great if you suffer from neck and shoulder tension and headaches.

3. Arm and hand massage Especially good for those who work on the computer.

4. Shoulders and neck Improving shoulders and neck mobility through massage and stretches

We will be offering 20-minute treatment tasters between 10.30-14.30 to 20 employees on a first come, first served basis.

If you are unable to make this date at Windsor House, the ladies will be back on Tuesday 12 November.

Book your place here

Thursday 25th Anytime Fitness office visit

Before your individual fitness challenge kicks off in May, the Anytime Fitness team would like to meet you.

You will receive a comprehensive health check, including:

1. Body scan with our Evolt360 Body Scanner: you will have the opportunity to undergo a body scan, providing valuable insights into your body co mposition and overall health.

2. Detailed scan results: You will be provided with a comprehensive report based on your scan results, which includes valuable information on body composition, health indicators, and even nutrition guidance.

3. Free additional resources: As part of the program, you’ll be offered free resources related to exercise to support you in your wellness journey.

Additionally, the team will come back to Hazlewoods after the end of May to conduct follow-up checks and monitor your progress.

Interested? Please register here so that the team know how many people they can expect to meet.

APRIL

Tuesday 30th Reflexology or massage at The Prom

https://reflexologyandmassage.co.uk/

1. Reflexology This therapy is relaxing and a really good stress -reducer, helping to alleviate many conditions, including stress, hormone and digestive-related concerns.

2. Indian Head Massage This is great if you suffer from neck and shoulder tension and headaches.

3. Arm and hand massage Especially good for those who work on the computer.

4. Shoulders and neck Improving shoulders and neck mobility through massage and stretches

We will be offering 20-minute treatment tasters between 10.30-14.30 to 20 employees on a first come, first served basis.

If you are unable to make this date at The Prom , the ladies will be back on Tuesday 15 October

Book your place here

MAY

6th to 31st 4- week individual fitness challenge with Anytime Fitness

The Anytime Fitness team will be visiting each office for your initial consultation on Thursday 25 April.

Register your interest here

MAY

Tuesday 21st Reflexology and Indian head massage at Staverton

https://reflexologyandmassage.co.uk/

1. Reflexology This therapy is relaxing and a really good stress -reducer, helping to alleviate many conditions, including stress, hormone and digestive-related concerns.

2. Indian Head Massage This is great if you suffer from neck and shoulder tension and headaches.

3. Arm and hand massage Especially good for those who work on the computer.

4. Shoulders and neck Improving shoulders and neck mobility through massage and stretches

We will be offering 20-minute treatment tasters between 10.30-14.30 to 20 employees on a first come, first served basis.

If you are unable to make this date at Staverton, the ladies will be back on Tuesday 3 December.

Book your place here

Thursday 23rd Menopause at Staverton

https://www.cotswoldmenopause.co.uk/

 How your hormones are affected

 How your symptoms build

 Hot flushes are the tip of the iceberg

 What physical and emotional symptoms you can expect

 How stress leads to anxiety/overwhelm and brain fog

 What are the nutritional food groups for and how they help you

We’ve invited Andrea back to talk about how the menopause affects you emotionally, with some helpful tips on nutrition and exercise:

 What is the right kind of exercise and how the wrong type causes more stress

 Natural solutions for your menopause wellness

We have 20 spaces available. Please book here

JUNE HEALTH AND WELLBEING MONTH

3rd to 28

Hazlewoods Step Challenge 2024

STARTS MONDAY 3 JUNE ENDS FRIDAY 28 JUNE

It’s back ! Get your teams of 5 ready for 4 weeks offitness challenges

The Step Challenge Winning Team cup has stayed with Windsor House teams for three years in a row, so if you’re based at Staverton, The Prom , Bristol, Swindon or the Philippines and feeling competitive, this year it could be yours!

Our challenge is open to everyone and will run over the month of June The aim of the challenge is quite simple –complete at least 10,000 steps each per day*

Each participant will need to enter their steps into a spreadsheet and the team with the most steps wins the cup!

We will throw in a couple of team challenges during the month and also award three individual prizes worth £50 to the Highest Stepper , Most Improved and Most Consistent

* A step conversion chart will be provided if you would like to record another activity

Interested? Register your team by Friday 24 May

JUNE HEALTH AND WELLBEING MONTH

Week 1

Tuesday 4th Smoothies at the Prom

Trish Tucker May, an award -winning nutritionist, will be making delicious smoothies for you at The Prom.

She’ll be happy to answer any of your questions you may have on nutrition. Trish will also bring copies of her book on juicing and its benefits.

Being environmentally friendly and ecologically sustainable is very important to her Supporting local businesses and looking after our environment are a high priority.

10.00-12.00 The Prom

https://www.passion4juice.com/

To help us estimate numbers for the day, please register your interest here

Thursday 6th Introduction to mindfulness skills online workshop

The science

Scientific research shows a broad range of possible benefits of the regular practising of mindfulness:

▪ Improve concentration.

▪ Help reduce feelings of anxiety

▪ Enhance thinking abilities/cognition

▪ Help individuals to regulate their everyday mood

▪ Help reduce stress and protect individuals from experiencing burnout

Structure of the workshop

Introduction to mindfulness skills Gloucestershire Clinical Psychologists

https://glospsychology.co.uk/

▪ An introduction to mindful skills – what is mindfulness and how can it benefit you in your life?

▪ Introduction to key mindfulness techniques

▪ How to practice mindfulness skills alongside busy everyday lives.

▪ Q&A.

Dr Andrew Iles Consultant Clinical Psychologist Chartered Psychologist

Dr Andrew Iles has over 15 years’ experience of delivering evidence-based workshops.

He has a specialist interest in neuroscience which informs much of his practice. He is passionate about helping individuals to find tools and strategies that work best within their life to support them to maintain psychological health.

Book your place here

JUNE HEALTH AND WELLBEING MONTH

Week 2

Wednesday 12th Smoothies at Windsor House

Trish Tucker May, an award -winning nutritionist, will be making delicious smoothies for you at The Prom.

She’ll be happy to answer any of your questions you may have on nutrition. Trish will also bring copies of her book on juicing and its benefits.

10.00-12.00

Windsor House

https://www.passion4juice.com/

Being environmentally friendly and ecologically sustainable is very important to her Supporting local businesses and looking after our environment are a high priority.

To help us estimate numbers for the day, please register your interest here

JUNE HEALTH AND WELLBEING MONTH

Week 3

Wednesday 19th Smoothies at Staverton

Trish Tucker May, an award -winning nutritionist, will be making delicious smoothies for you at The Prom.

She’ll be happy to answer any of your questions you may have on nutrition. Trish will also bring copies of her book on juicing and its benefits.

10.00-12.00 Staverton https://www.passion4juice.com/

Being environmentally friendly and ecologically sustainable is very important to her Supporting local businesses and looking after our environment are a high priority.

To help us estimate numbers for the day, please register your interest here

JUNE HEALTH AND WELLBEING MONTH

Week 4

Thursday 27th Sleep well, live well online workshop

The science

The workshop will include some of the latest scientific research which informs us about:

▪ Why we need to sleep

▪ The psychological benefits of sleep

▪ The physiological benefits of sleep

▪ Psychological and practical strategies for improving sleep

▪ How lifestyle factors may impact sleep (e.g., environment, nutrition)

▪ Take part in a Q&A session

Structure of the workshop

Introduction to mindfulness skills

Gloucestershire Clinical Psychologists

https://glospsychology.co.uk/

▪ A summary of the science: functions and benefits of sleep.

▪ Some common barriers to gaining good sleep (e.g., stress, worry, habits).

▪ Some key psychological strategies to improve sleep.

▪ Practical lifestyle tips to improve sleep (e.g., nutrition, environment).

▪ Q&A.

Dr Andrew Iles Consultant Clinical Psychologist Chartered Psychologist

Dr Andrew Iles has over 15 years’ experience of delivering evidence-based workshops.

He has a specialist interest in neuroscience which informs much of his practice. He is passionate about helping individuals to find tools and st rategies that work best within their life to support them to maintain psychological health.

Book your place here

JULY

Tuesday 2nd July Mental health online talk with Megan and Dan

“ Mental Health Journey

Megan Lewis-Bourke Hazlewoods Director

megan.lewis-bourke@hazlewoods.co.uk

Mental Health Journey

Dan Webb Hazlewoods Director

dan.webb@hazlewoods.co.uk

Dan and Megan will be sharing tips and tricks they've each developed to keep themselves afloat.

Everyone’s mental health journey is different, but we hope that the discussion will be wide enough for everyone to take away something that might be of help.

Book your place here

Thursday 11th Pain relief at the Prom

Everyday work activities like standing for too long, driving to work, sitting at a desk all day can affect how the body is functioning. Osteopathy is an approved holistic therapy for diagnosing, treating and preventing health problems and the kind of musculoskeletal disorders associated with the workplace.

Pain Relief Clinic

Tahir Shaikh

http://www.glospainrelief.co.uk/

Tahir will be offering 30-minute taster sessions using a variety of techniques such as physical manipulation, specific muscle stretching, and massage to improve joint mobility, to relieve muscle tension, improve blood flow, and to help your body’s own healing mechanisms.

If you are suffering from aches and pains, Tahir may be able to help.

We have 10 places available throughout the day, on a first come, first served basis .

Book your place here

SEPTEMBER

Wednesday 25th Pain relief at Windsor House

Everyday work activities like standing for too long, driving to work, sitting at a desk all day can affect how the body is functioning. Osteopathy is an approved holistic therapy for diagnosing, treating and preventing health problems and the kind of musculoskeletal disorders associated with the workplace.

Pain Relief Clinic

Tahir Shaikh

http://www.glospainrelief.co.uk/

Tahir will be offering 30-minute taster sessions using a variety of techniques such as physical manipulation, specific muscle stretching, and massage to improve joint mobility, to relieve muscle tension, improve blood flow, and to help your body’s own healing mechanisms.

If you are suffering from aches and pains, Tahir may be able to help.

We have 10 places available throughout the day, on a first come, first served basis

Book your place here

OCTOBER

Tuesday 8th Pain relief at Staverton

Everyday work activities like standing for too long, driving to work, sitting at a desk all day can affect how the body is functioning. Osteopathy is an approved holistic therapy for diagnosing, treating and preventing health problems and the kind of musculoskeletal disorders associated with the workplace.

Pain Relief Clinic Tahir Shaikh

http://www.glospainrelief.co.uk/

Tahir will be offering 30-minute taster sessions using a variety of techniques such as physical manipulation, specific muscle stretching, and massage to improve joint mobility, to relieve muscle tension, improve blood flow, and to help your body’s own healing mechanisms.

If you are suffering from aches and pains, Tahir may be able to help.

We have 10 places available throughout the day, on a first come, first served basis

Book your place here

Tuesday 15th Reflexology or massage at The Prom

https://reflexologyandmassage.co.uk/

1. Reflexology This therapy is relaxing and a really good stressreducer, helping to alleviate many conditions, including stress, hormone and digestive-related concerns.

2. Indian Head Massage This is great if you suffer from neck and shoulder tension and headaches.

3. Arm and hand massage

Especially good for those who work on the computer.

4. Shoulders and neck Improving shoulders and neck mobility through massage and stretches

We will be offering 20-minute treatment tasters between 10.30-14.30 to 20 employees on a first come, first served basis.

Book your place here

OCTOBER

(date TBC) Flu jabs at Staverton and Windsor House

FLU CLINIC

Hazlewoods offers free flu jabs to all employees as one of our benefits.

We hope to be running a flu clinic at each office towards the end of this year.

NOVEMBER

Thursday 7th Style Workshop: What to wear in the office at Staverton

About the presentation

Sarah will be presenting to Hazlewoods for an hour plus some Q&A time at the end. (For those of you interested in attending, you will be asked to complete a questionnaire.)

During the hour Sarah will be:

▪ looking at what do our clothes choices say about us;

▪ sharing comparative images of what is considered workplace wear;

▪ discussing the five levels of dress -code and when to wear them;

▪ sharing seven tips on how to personal workplace wear; and

▪ addressing any common issues/topics from the questionnaire answers.

The session will end with a Q&A session.

Interested? Please register here.

What to wear in the office

Sarah Cross

https://www.myvos.co.uk/

NOVEMBER

Tuesday 12th Reflexology and Indian head massage at Windsor House

https://reflexologyandmassage.co.uk/

1. Reflexology This therapy is relaxing and a really good stressreducer, helping to alleviate many conditions, including stress, hormone and digestive-related concerns.

2. Indian Head Massage This is great if you suffer from neck and shoulder tension and headaches.

3. Arm and hand massage

Especially good for those who work on the computer.

4. Shoulders and neck Improving shoulders and neck mobility through massage and stretches

We will be offering 20-minute treatment tasters between 10.30-14.30 to 20 employees on a first come, first served basis.

Book your place here

DECEMBER

Tuesday 3rd Reflexology and Indian head massage at Staverton

https://reflexologyandmassage.co.uk/

1. Reflexology This therapy is relaxing and a really good stressreducer, helping to alleviate many conditions, including stress, hormone and digestive-related concerns.

2. Indian Head Massage This is great if you suffer from neck and shoulder tension and headaches.

3. Arm and hand massage

Especially good for those who work on the computer.

4. Shoulders and neck Improving shoulders and neck mobility through massage and stretches

We will be offering 20-minute treatment tasters between 10.30-14.30 to 20 employees on a first come, first served basis.

Book your place here

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE AND WELLBEING THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

Aviva Digicare+ Workplace

You have access to a series of health and wellbeing benefits through Aviva DigiCare+ Workplace, helping you stay healthy, spot any potential problems early and get help when needed.

For more information you can view the Putting you first brochure here

If you're undecided whether to download the app, this is what Angela Pyzer, Scanning and Administration Assi stant, said:

"I signed up for the Aviva DigiCare+ Workplace app and sent for the free ‘Annual Health Check’ kit. The ‘kit’ arrived about a 10 days later and had everything you needed to do a small pinprick blood sample. The kit comprised swabs to clean the area, pin prick needles, 2 x vials and the plastic envelope to return (all free).

I waited about 7/8 weeks and received a detailed report today. I am amazed at how detailed the Aviva blood test results are!!! They have given me the exact figures for all sorts of things i.e., Diabetic risk, Cholesterol levels, Bone Health, Kidney Heath, Liver health. It explains how and what each part/organ needs to be healthy, what helps these organs work at their best capacity etc.

It then offers you the choice of speaking with their own GP (free of charge) to go through all the findings from your blood sample, and what they all mean, and also, more importantly, advice on changes, should they be needed.

I am really grateful to have had the chance to get a full blood analysis for free! Many thanks to you all for arranging this benefit."

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE AND WELLBEING THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

Aviva Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Life’s a journey and every road has a few bumps

Buying a new home, illness, managing money, relationships and raising children – just a few of the events we experience, making the journey both exciting and challenging.

Through the EAP provided by Care first, you can rest assured you have an expert team to help you plan the highs and support you through the lows.

With the EAP you can talk in confidence to a qualified adviser at any time, day or night . Please be aware that the EAP is for your use only (the employee), it cannot be used by your family.

The EAP service is provided by Care first. It is a non-contractual benefit Aviva can withdraw at any time.

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EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE AND WELLBEING THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

Aviva Thrive: mental wellbeing app

■ Designed to help you detect, prevent and self -manage common mental health conditions, including stress, depression and anxiety

■ You will be guided through different ways to cope and help you build resilience

■ Daily ‘mood meter’ – monitor your symptoms and track progress

■ Clinically -effective ex ercises – distraction therapy, breathing, meditation, relaxation and self suggestion

■ Direct access to Care first’s health portal, counselling services, information specialists and resources are also available through the app Click

EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE AND WELLBEING THROUGHOUT THE YEAR

Healthy Lifestyles Gloucestershire

BEST-YOU app

Create goals and track your progress PLUS regularly updated free tips, top advice, easy recipes and much more.

Whether you intend to:

■ Increase your activity levels

■ Stop smoking

■ Reach /maintain a healthy weight

■ Reduce the amount of alcohol you drink

To find out more about the programme and how to download the app, click here