A combination of stress, change and uncertainty can have significant, long lasting and widereaching impacts on our mental wellbeing. With COVID-19 ticking all these boxes, it is unsurprising the mental health of many New Zealanders has been affected in some way. Therefore, it is timely for workplaces to consider new or additional ways to support staff mental wellbeing. There are some great tools and resources that can help with this, simply search in Google any of the below:
• COVID-19 Workplaces Resource – Mental Health Foundation
A resource to assist workplace leaders to create work environments where staff feel safe, calm, connected and hopeful throughout the COVID-19 pandemic and beyond.
• Getting Through Together – Whāia E Tātou Te Pae Tawhiti
Mental Health Foundation A mental wellbeing campaign with great tools and resources to help New Zealanders get through the COVID-19 outbreak together.
• Open Minds for Employers – Mental Health Foundation
Equips managers with the confidence and skills to talk about mental wellbeing in the workplace.
• Unite Against COVID-19 – NZ Government
A central hub of information from the New Zealand Government about COVID-19, including workplace specific information.
• Just a Thought – Wise Group
A free online learning tool with easy-to-use, practical strategies to cope with the stress and disruption.
• Melon – Ministry of Health
A safe space to connect and support each other with selfcare resources for emotional wellbeing. Features include a journal, self-check tool, coping tools, and community support.
• Covid-19 Mental Wellbeing Resources – Ministry of Health
Information and tools to support your mental wellbeing during the COVID-19 response
• Mentemia – Mentemia Ltd
A mental wellbeing app that can be used to monitor, manage and improve mental wellbeing by setting daily goals and tracking progress. Available for individuals or to help your workplace thrive.
