We wanted to update you on the latest from the Sussex Care Association’s R&R Framework (SCARRF), an initiative to promote and support the work done by registered managers working in adult social care across Sussex- in Brighton and Hove, East Sussex and West Sussex.
No one should underestimate the effects of the last couple of years on our industry, but we know that some of the issues faced have been there for a while and were just polarised by the pandemic. As we take a cautious dip into February 2022, with some optimism, we’d like to tell you a little about SCARRF plans for phase 2 of our programme.
We really want to offer something that will make that bit of difference to you and show you that you are valued and cared about. If you would like to be involved with any area of the SCARRF project please contact scarrf@
Very best wishes,
The SCARRF team
Leaders need support too!
We have worked with the inspirational team at Roffey Park Institute to bring our fantastic Registered Managers in Sussex some short flashes of motivation with 3 fabulous 90-minute, interactive masterclasses:
Building Resilience Within and Across Teams: March 31st at 2pm
Being the Compassionate Leader: April 8th at 2pm
Leading Effective Cultures: April 14th at 2pm
Please prioritise you for once and sign up for one or all three of the sessions led by leading management professionals from Roffey Park Institute. We know how busy you are so have designed the sessions to be short, engaging and informative, recognising the challenges you face as well as the resilience you embody.
Please contact SCARRF or [email protected]
to register your interest. Looking forward to hearing from you and seeing you all at the sessions.
What we will offer in March:
1:1 RM Support
These are 1:1 sessions where you can meet with another professional to discuss some of the issues you are facing. This is your protected time to reflect on practice and to discuss the impact that such an important role has had on you. These weekly sessions can offer practical and focused support as well as the chance to reframe and restructure the experiences we are all facing and need to workshop- From the week beginning 14th February onwards.
If you are interested in please contact juliet.smith@
Registered Manager Mentor Hubs
These meet weekly on a Thursday and connect managers from across Sussex working in domiciliary, nursing and home care. This is a chance for you to catch-up with your colleagues to connect and discuss some of the issues that you are all facing. They turn into wonderful opportunities to highlight good practice, but also to laugh a little about shared challenges. If you are interested in joining one of these hubs, please contact juliet.smith@
Bespoke R&R training package & Peer Support Opportunity
SCARRF realise that no one is more equipped than you to support, advise and lead others, but to do this in the aftermath of the last couple of years you may need some R&R yourselves. This short training programme is designed to offer an expresso sized burst of inspiration and recognition of the work you do. You can then hopefully radiate this out to both your immediate teams and other Registered Managers who may need a little extra time and understanding to move forwards. The ambitious aim is to create a hub of 40 social care RMs working across Sussex who can model the very best wellbeing practice across the region.
Sessions starting at the end of February!
If you are interested in being part of this, please contact our Project Manager Juliet Smith to find out more at juliet.smith@
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Please see below for some helpful wellbeing resources.
The number and variety of wellbeing resources can feel overwhelming – for that reason, we have included one key resource in a few areas. If you feel that this resource isn’t quite right for you, we have included a short list of possible alternatives.
Wellbeing
Mental health
An evidence-based model for promoting wellbeing. See the Health in Mind website for a helpful guide
Other resources:
Red Cross Wellbeing & Resilience Toolkit
A simple guide with strategies to support your wellbeing and resilience.
NHS 5 Steps to Mental Wellbeing
Wellbeing and Coping Wellbeing Plan
A simple wellbeing plan to help you map out the strategies that support your wellbeing, including a helpful guide.
Physical health
This website contains information to support healthy lifestyle changes: losing weight, getting active, quitting smoking and reducing alcohol consumption. Not sure where to start? The website includes a 10-minute quiz which will provide you with a personal health score.
Other resources:
Includes a wealth of resources relating to health and wellbeing, including the option to find support in your local area
Healthy Living and Wellbeing Services for East Sussex
Health and Wellbeing info for Brighton & Hove
Including information about how to contact the Healthy Lifestyles team to get support from a Health Trainer
Workplace wellbeing
This website includes a range of resources and toolkits to help support and promote positive mental health in the workplace.
Other resources: Mind resources to support mental wellbeing at work
Find information relating to mental health and wellbeing, including detailed guides to different mental health diagnoses and strategies for managing mental health. You can also call the Mind Infoline 9am-6pm Monday-Friday for information & signposting relating to mental health
Other resources:
Every Mind Matters
An NHS guide with information about mental health and looking after your wellbeing.
Mental Health Foundation
A website with a variety of resources designed to help people “understand, protect and sustain their mental health”.
Mental Health UK
Information about mental health issues and ideas for promoting mental wellbeing.
Managing Stress
HelpGuide
Guide to managing stress.
Other resources:
How to Manage and Reduce Stress Guide.
Effective Stress Reliefs for your life
Social care sector
Frontline
Information about resources for free, confidential emotional support for those working in social care.
Other resources:
A free independent, confidential service delivering psychological support to people working on the frontline of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Skills for Care
Leadership & management wellbeing resources for the social care sector.
Resources for supporting adult social care employee wellbeing, both relating to coronavirus and more generally.
Need help now?
If you feel that you need urgent help because you are unable to keep yourself safe, go to your nearest A&E or call 999.
Alternatively, contact the Sussex Mental Health Line (24/7) for urgent support, or advice and information: 0800 0309 500
You can also access support in the following places:
Samaritans – free, non-judgemental listening support available 24/7: call 116 123 or email [email protected]
SHOUT – 24/7 text service for free, confidential support. Text 85258
CALM – available from 5pm-midnight to talk and to offer advice and information. Call 0800 58 58 58 or visit the CALM website to access webchat
Wellbeing apps
DrinkAware – Help to track and reduce your alcohol intake
NHS Quit Smoking – Help to quit smoking for good
Insight Timer – Free access to guided mediations and sleep stories
7 Minute Workouts – Offers short workouts to improve fitness which can be done “anytime anywhere.”
Breathwrk – Offers breathing exercises to help with stress, anxiety and sleep
Moodfit – Includes “tools, goals & insights” to reduce stress and help build mental fitness
Tide – Offers integrated support relating to sleep, meditation, relaxation and focus.
MindMate – combines brain games, healthy nutrition, regular exercise and social interaction to guide users towards holistic lifestyle change to promote health and help diminish cognitive decline.
Contact
If you have any questions, please contact us at [email protected]Interested in finding out more about SCARRF?
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Or complete this form and we’ll be in touch:
Juliet Smith
Project Manager
☎ 07934 301049
[email protected]
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https://www.facebook.com/SCARRF.Sussex/
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SCARRF Wellbeing week 4
Including:
The benefits of pet therapy
Self care tips
Mental health in the workplace
Mindful eating
Reflection and gratitude
SCARRF Wellbeing week 3
Including:
The Benefits of Connecting with Nature
Breathe in Calm with Positive Affirmations
Staying Grounded
Managing Stress
Sleep Hygiene
SCARRF Wellbeing week 2
Including:
Wellbeing January calendar
Joyful activity in care – How virtual reality is helping people with Dementia
Poem of the One World – By Mary Oliver
What is Mindfulness?
Managing worry
SCARRF Mentoring Hubs
Compassion talk
SCARRF Wellbeing week 1
Including:
Happy New Year message
Wellbeing January calendar
Assess your wellbeing
Getting new habits to stick
Making time for yourself
Creating a culture of wellbeing
Breathing meditation
New survey
You can now watch the Wellbeing Webinar on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/YqfJKO6NoOk
Contact
If you have any questions, please contact Hayley: [email protected]