Welcome to Invest in Yourself!

Carol Offer, AD Workforce & OD would like to give a shout out to the Apprentice EMT1s who have been working hard on their portfolios and who have passed the end point assessment (EPA) in the last few months, this has been an amazing achievement in tough times. #shoutout

Hannah Robinson, GM Hub Co-ordinator would like to give a shout out to Chloe Hewitt, Regional Health Control Desk at the ROCC. Due to unexpected late sickness she acted up to the ROCC Duty Manager for a full 12 hour shift, on her own. Thank you Chloe #shoutout

Are you staying hydrated enough? @NHWeek hydration doesn't just come from water, try these foods throughout your working day to help stay #hydrated whilst on the move.

Andrea Edmondson, Safeguarding Mgr would like to give a shout to Glyn Handley, Yvonne Cutler, Richard Done, Julie, Stott, Rob Wood and the amazing Safeguarding Team who have been instrumental in ensuring the Child-Protection Information Sharing application could go live. Thanks

Paul Lowe, SPTL would like to give a shout out to all the staff, managers and volunteers based in the Bolton Group, including the workshop and JPR team, who have been great throughout the pandemic. They have all shown real composure, professionalism during times of extreme stress

Philip Joinson, Ops Manager would like to give a shout out to the A&E crews in the East Sector? "I am in awe of their resilience and humour, and a special shout out to Andy Sharp, Mark Cooper, Wayne Roberts and James Owens for their hard work putting in a new stores system"

It's Wellbeing Wednesday Staff Shout Out Time! Each week we ask our staff to send in shout outs for other colleagues or particular teams that have gone above and beyond. We want to share these uplifting, inspirational shout outs with you #wellbeingwednesday #shoutout

Coaching support is available for those who lead, manage or organise a team or group. The session is centred around compassionate and collaborative team leadership. Visit people.nhs.uk/lookingafteryo… to book your coaching session now #lookingafteryourteam

Join our Wellbeing & Engagement meeting on Monday @ 1pm to hear the initial findings of the Health & Wellbeing Culture Audit Survey from our external speaker from Zeal Solutions. Email the Health & Wellbeing team if you wish to attend

Trying to juggle work and home schooling can be challenging. Commando Joes Parents Portal is being offered free for three months due to the lockdown. Parents will have access to all the CJ's excellent mission based resources. commandojoes.co.uk/product/cjsfre… @NWAmbulance @NWAMB_Inclusion

There are a whole range of fact sheets available offering support and advice during covid - this week the focus is on "working from home" Take a look at this other support available on the Green Room. greenroom.nwas.nhs.uk/library/workin… @NWAMB_Inclusion @NWAmbulance @NWAmb_Equality

How is covid-19 and the lockdown affecting your mental health and wellbeing? Researchers are asking people to complete a short questionnaire - for more information click on the link below. @NWAmbulance @NWAMB_Inclusion @NWAmb_Equality southernhealthnhs.fra1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_8H…

NWAS staff are being encouraged to take up the covid vaccine. It is a personal choice, however if you want to know more about the contents and research behind the vaccine for religious or other reasons, please ask. @NWAmb_Equality @NWAmb_LGBT @NWAmbulance

*3% increase of online gambling *40% increase of bets on virtual sports all since lockdown. That's why NWAS have now developed in house support gambling guidance for all Staff and Managers which can be found on the Green Room @AllBetsAreOff_ @MrsTGritt @NWAMB_Inclusion

“The sun himself is weak when he first rises, and gathers strength and courage as the day gets on.” Charles Dickens Author @NWAmbulance @NWAMB_Inclusion @NWAmb_Equality