Paycare Testimonial – Wolverhampton Girls’ High School
“It’s great value for money and a brilliant addition to our staff wellbeing offer. The team are always easy to contact and happy to help.”
Check out our latest testimonial – shared by Wolverhampton Girls’ High School. ✍️
Paycare Pledges Support to Inspirational Fundraiser
Paycare is pledging its support to a Wolverhampton resident who is set to take on one of the most gruelling challenges on the planet. Take a read…🏃♂️👟🙌
Ways to improve your wellbeing in Spring
There are ways we can support our wellbeing all year round, but how can we use our current environment and the ever-changing seasons to adapt how we look after ourselves both physically and mentally? We’re exploring some tips on how we can use the forthcoming arrival of spring to boost our mood and connect with the outdoors and others.
New Partnership for Paycare and Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust
As we celebrate our 150th year in business in 2024, we continue our commitment to our local community and existing partners. As we move into 2025, we will be working hard to further broaden our involvement with our fantastic community. As part of this commitment to the community we were excited to agreed a new partnership with the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust in 2024. 🙌🤝
Anton Du Beke at the Musicals with Paycare
**WIN** Anton Du Beke at the Musicals with Paycare! As partners with Wolverhampton Grand Theatre, we get the opportunity to invite you along to some of the City’s biggest shows, on us. This time we’re running a competition to win 4 tickets to a showcase of stunning dance performances, soulful vocals, and live music that will transport audiences to a world of glamour, excitement, and pure entertainment.
5 Tips for Staying Well in the Winter
Cold rainy days, longer nights, and shorter days mean the winter months can have a significant impact on our wellbeing. Check out these five ways to boost your wellbeing through winter.
Paycare’s 2025 Wellbeing Calendar!
Another year = another opportunity to prioritise health and wellbeing! 💪✨🤸♀️
With an abundance of National Awareness Days taking place throughout the year – our 2025 Wellbeing Calendar provides the perfect start point for any individuals looking to stay on track with personal health and wellbeing,, AND for businesses who are looking for ways to create a healthier, more productive workforce. We’re here to help keep you, or your teams, in tip top shape 😊🙌🧡
End of Year round up 2024
As our ✨ 150th ✨ year draws to a close and we prepare to welcome in 2025, we wanted to take a look back at some of our highlights from the past 12 months! Our Customers, our Community, our Partners and our Paycare team – we’d like to thank each and every person who has supported Paycare this year. 🧡
5 top tips for coping at Christmas
We’d all like to think of Christmas as a magical time filled with joy and love, but sadly for many it can be a source of stress.
To support those worrying about coping at Christmas, we have compiled five top tips. 🎄🧡 Check them out…
12 days of Health and Wellbeing this Christmas…
Christmas is a time of celebration, where we eat, drink, spend time with loved ones and colleagues and generally enjoy all the festivities that come with it. However, for those who struggle with their mental health, the festive season can be difficult. So, our 12 days of Health and Wellbeing this Christmas blog, takes a look at the 12 ways we can look after our mental health during this festive season – from planning ahead and getting outside, all the way getting enough sleep and making time for the most important person in your life, YOU – take a read!
Wolverhampton Lights Switch On Paycare Competition 2024
Let there be light! Paycare is proud to sponsor the 2024 Wolverhampton Christmas Lights! What better way to celebrate the conclusion of a wonderful 150th year than by lighting up the city and surrounding towns with the sparkle and joy of Christmas? Why not join us for the festivities.
Celebrating Community and Giving Back: Paycare’s 150th Family Funday
Paycare proudly hosted a day of celebration at The Paycare Stadium, home of Darlaston Town (1874) FC, to commemorate their 150th anniversary and Paycare’s long-standing support for local initiatives.
7 ways to combat loneliness
Loneliness is a feeling of sadness—and sometimes depression—that comes from being socially distant or isolated from friends, family, and community. It can be a fleeting emotion, but it can also be long-lasting, even when you’re surrounded by people. To support you and your friends or family, we share 7 ways to combat loneliness – take a read 🧡
Top Tips for making healthier food choices during the summer!
Making healthier food choices is a great way to help us feel refreshed and energised – and especially in the summer – with salads, picnic spreads and fruit bowls all being a great go-to for easy, healthy food choices! Check out our 5 easy top tips below for making healthier but super delicious food choices! 🍓
Paycare’s 150 Family Fun Day at Darlaston Town FC!
Come and celebrate with us at our Paycare 150 Family Fun day! We’ve spent 150 years supporting our community to be happier and healthier – so whether you’re part of Paycare or just a family looking for a fun way to spend a summer Sunday, we’d love you to join us – so get booked in to come along! 💚
How to achieve a better nights sleep!
Sleeping comes with an absolute abundance of benefits. However, getting a good night’s sleep can often get side-lined. We share the possible causes of your bad nights sleep, and share simple yet affective tips on ways to improve that all important rest our mind and body needs!
Your Questions Answered: What is a Health Cash Plan?
The main aim of a Health Cash Plan is to keep you as healthy and happy as possible by ensuring it’s easier and more cost-effective to access timely and expert care from a professional. In our latest blog, we have answered some of your questions! Take a read 😊
Tips to avoid back problems when working from home
With flexible working, the cost of childcare, and the lengthy commutes on the up, we have shared 4 top tips on how to avoid back problems when setting up your very own office at home!
What is Happiness?
In this month’s guest blog, our wonderful and valued Paycare Partners, Kaleidoscope Plus Group, have shared 10 top tips for happiness, along with 5 actions to improve personal wellbeing 🙌
Tips to Get Others Talking
How can we be better at listening and talking to each other? Here are five tips to becoming more comfortable at approaching mental health 🙏
Festive feel-good top tips!
Whether it’s financial worry, stress, loneliness or even grief – we can all feel the pressure during the festive season. We’re share festive feel-good top tips to support your physical, mental and financial wellbeing this Christmas!
Kaleidoscope & Paycare: helping men access health support
Men’s health – in particular wellbeing – has been a source of concern for many years. While the medical cause of depression and other conditions may be exactly the same as for women, we know there are two significant differing factors: symptoms they experience much more commonly, and sometimes a reluctance to access support.
In this joint blog with Kaleidoscope Plus Group, we share ways men can access health support 😊
What are the effects of smoking and vaping?
In our latest health tips blog, we take a look at the recent statistics and information surrounding Smoking and Vaping. Is vaping really risk-free? Who can help me stop smoking? We share facts, support and top tips below for you, to share with your friends, family and colleagues 😊
Supporting people with Dementia in the workplace
Dementia is a disease which will more than likely impact over 1million people by the end of the 2020s and it’s sadly having more of an effect than ever in workplaces across the UK. In this Workplace Wellbeing blog, we share why it’s important for employers to understand how they can support their team members who are affected by the disease – both those who are diagnosed or those who currently care for loved ones – read more 😊
Top Tips for taking better care of our eyes!
To support our lovely Policyholders, People and Community, we have teamed up with our wonderful friends at Beacon Centre for the Blind, to share some top tips for how to look after your eyes…
Kindness as a chemical – how helping others helps our wellbeing
We’ve all experienced that little lift when you do something nice for someone – whether it’s giving a thoughtful gift, running an errand for them, or simply sharing a hug. But did you know, that act of kindness is actually triggering the release of chemicals in our bodies? 🧠
Lets find out more… 🥰
How to reduce Eye Strain at Work
Whether you spend your day staring at a computer screen, analysing intricate data or working on a machine, or if you spend your lunch hour online shopping, playing games or scrolling through social media on your phone – your eyes can get tired from intense use. That’s why, we have taken a look at the small changes and self-care steps you can take to reduce eyestrain during your working day – ah, spectacular! 🤓
Dementia and you – how Paycare can help
It’s estimated around 850,000 people across the UK are living with dementia – a condition traditionally associated with memory loss, but which actually has wide-ranging symptoms including confusion, language problems, and difficulties completing every-day tasks.
Take a read and find out how Paycare can support you. 🧡
Mood-boosting tips to support your Mental Wellbeing
From getting outdoors and taking a break, to staying hydrated and eating well, we’ve asked the Paycare team for their top 7 tips for ways you can boost your mental wellbeing 💚
Are you getting enough Zzz?
While some of us can be asleep within minutes, others can spend night after night struggling to doze off. We’ve shared some key top tips on how to get enough of that all-important sleep and rest our bodies and minds need.
Let’s take a read…😴
We’re exhibiting at the Connectin Business Expo!
We’re exhibiting at the Shropshire Chamber Connectin Business Expo on Wednesday 11th October – so businesses across Shropshire have the chance to find out about supporting the wellbeing of their teams! Learn more and book your free place in our latest blog 😀
Are your staff happy? Paycare shares best practice ideas!
We share ideas from some of our wonderful customers to highlight and inspire other companies to focus on workplace wellbeing too! Take a read 😊
Creative classes help boost workplace wellbeing
We’ve let our creativity run free as we welcomed Creative Black Country to Paycare House for workplace wellbeing workshops recently, focused on large-scale drawing with the aim of encouraging fun and relaxation amongst the team! Find out more 😀🎨
Top Tips for promoting Happiness at Work
With the risk of burnout and likelihood of employees calling in sick drastically decreasing when they enjoy what they do, it’s essential that employers are supporting their team in every way possible. Check out our top tips to promoting happiness at work… 🥰
Paycare support helps team tackling emotional topic
Wellbeing is a priority for a fantastic team who work closely with parents experiencing abuse… Read more about why they make use of their Paycare Health Cash Plan in our latest blog 😊
Supporting Employee Wellbeing From Board Level Down
Following economic events like Brexit, Covid-19 and the cost of living crisis, the UK has seen a seismic shift in attitude towards employee mental health and wellbeing… And, employees are demanding more! Read more about this study, sharing the latest stats and research in our latest workplace wellbeing blog 😊💚
Self Care Tips on offer at Paycare’s latest Webinar with Wellbeing Expert
Self-care for Self-love | Paycare Workplace Wellbeing Webinar | with Wellbeing with Gemma Take a listen below to our recent online session, delivered as part of our partner webinar programme. We invited long-time friend of Paycare, Corporate Wellness Provider Gemma...
Five years of Paycare support for IT specialists
“MyPocketGP [Paycare’s telephone and video call GP appointment service] proved to be invaluable during the pandemic and, since then, the counselling service together with the benefits such as dental, optical etc have been brilliant.”
Check out our latest testimonial – shared by Synectics Solutions. ✍️
Paycare to share health and wellbeing expertise at expo
Hundreds of visitors are set to find out about prioritising their employees’ health and wellbeing at an upcoming event.
Find out more… 🤝🏢
HR experts look after team and client wellbeing with Paycare
A HR team has been making use of Paycare’s Health Cash Plans as well as recommending the benefits to their clients. 🩺🧡
Take a read… 😊
Starting the Wellbeing Conversation
Where someone is struggling with stress, low mood or a specific problem which is impacting their happiness, simply starting a conversation with them can make a big difference. Check out our top tips for businesses and individuals, for starting that all important wellbeing conversation 😊
Top Workplace Wellbeing Trends of 2023
Awareness of Workplace Wellbeing is increasing. More and more companies are beginning to understand the abundance of benefits it has on business when staff members feel well, cared for, and appreciated.
Take a read of our key considerations for employers in 2023… 🙌
Banish the Blue Monday blues: Top tips for individuals and managers
Here at Paycare, we support the health and wellbeing of people and organisations across the UK, so we’ve put together three quick and easy tips for individuals, and three tips for employers, to help banish those Monday blues! Take a read 💙
Webinar Offers Free Cost of Living Tips for all
Free cost of living tips and money saving tips will be on offer at the next Paycare webinar – as we’ve invited the experts at Wolverhampton City Credit Union (WCCU) to join us and share their top money-saving tips with attendees. Learn more and book your place in our blog today! 💸💡
Top tips to support employees during the menopause
Supporting those going through the menopause is something that’s finally being discussed more openly in the workplace… so here are share 5 top tips for employers, all thanks to our recent webinar partners, Kaleidoscope Plus Group! 🧡
Paycare Pledges Support to Inspirational Fundraiser
Paycare is pledging its support to a Wolverhampton resident who is set to take on one of the most gruelling challenges on the planet. Take a read…🏃♂️👟🙌
New Partnership for Paycare and Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust
As we celebrate our 150th year in business in 2024, we continue our commitment to our local community and existing partners. As we move into 2025, we will be working hard to further broaden our involvement with our fantastic community. As part of this commitment to the community we were excited to agreed a new partnership with the Ironbridge Gorge Museum Trust in 2024. 🙌🤝
Anton Du Beke at the Musicals with Paycare
**WIN** Anton Du Beke at the Musicals with Paycare! As partners with Wolverhampton Grand Theatre, we get the opportunity to invite you along to some of the City’s biggest shows, on us. This time we’re running a competition to win 4 tickets to a showcase of stunning dance performances, soulful vocals, and live music that will transport audiences to a world of glamour, excitement, and pure entertainment.
5 Tips for Staying Well in the Winter
Cold rainy days, longer nights, and shorter days mean the winter months can have a significant impact on our wellbeing. Check out these five ways to boost your wellbeing through winter.
Paycare’s 2025 Wellbeing Calendar!
Another year = another opportunity to prioritise health and wellbeing! 💪✨🤸♀️
With an abundance of National Awareness Days taking place throughout the year – our 2025 Wellbeing Calendar provides the perfect start point for any individuals looking to stay on track with personal health and wellbeing,, AND for businesses who are looking for ways to create a healthier, more productive workforce. We’re here to help keep you, or your teams, in tip top shape 😊🙌🧡
End of Year round up 2024
As our ✨ 150th ✨ year draws to a close and we prepare to welcome in 2025, we wanted to take a look back at some of our highlights from the past 12 months! Our Customers, our Community, our Partners and our Paycare team – we’d like to thank each and every person who has supported Paycare this year. 🧡
Wolverhampton Lights Switch On Paycare Competition 2024
Let there be light! Paycare is proud to sponsor the 2024 Wolverhampton Christmas Lights! What better way to celebrate the conclusion of a wonderful 150th year than by lighting up the city and surrounding towns with the sparkle and joy of Christmas? Why not join us for the festivities.
Celebrating Community and Giving Back: Paycare’s 150th Family Funday
Paycare proudly hosted a day of celebration at The Paycare Stadium, home of Darlaston Town (1874) FC, to commemorate their 150th anniversary and Paycare’s long-standing support for local initiatives.
Paycare’s 150 Family Fun Day at Darlaston Town FC!
Come and celebrate with us at our Paycare 150 Family Fun day! We’ve spent 150 years supporting our community to be happier and healthier – so whether you’re part of Paycare or just a family looking for a fun way to spend a summer Sunday, we’d love you to join us – so get booked in to come along! 💚
WELL DONE TO OUR HIKING HEROES!
Well done to our Hiking Heroes! Three of our incredible Paycare team successfully climbed Yr Wyddfa (Mt. Snowdon) and raised a whopping £800 for two local charities! Read more 😊
Team Paycare Scale Snowdon’s Peak in Charity Challenge
Our very own Amelia Painting, Clare Jarvis, Jodie Smith and Sally Bromley are proudly taking part in the Snowdon by Sunrise challenge in a bid to raise as much money as possible for both the Wolves Foundation and Compton Hospice!
Another year pledged for The Wolves Foundation
As the longest-running champion of the Wolves Foundation, we’re delighted to have agreed to once again renew our Pack Patronage for 2024/25!
‘MyPaycare’ portal gets a new look and features for Paycare Policyholders!
We’re excited to share some snazzy new updates to our Paycare Policyholders’ MyPaycare homepage – with added new features to further enhance our customers experience and improve access to additional services! ✨
Local Organisations Giving Individuals A Break
As firm believers that prevention is better than cure, we’re proud to champion a fantastic local social enterprise, Sponsored Breaks, who’s dedicated to giving back to those in need within our community! Take a read 😃💚
Team Paycare Receives Industry Excellence for Our Customer Commitment
We’re thrilled to announce that our policy documents have received the ‘Clear and Simple Mark’ from Fairer Finance, an independent ratings agency which helps people make better financial decisions and ensure they receive optimum value from their insurance products! Read more 😃