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. 🧡
Why is a Health Cash Plan more valuable today than ever before?
At a time when wellbeing matters more than ever, and we’re all reassessing both household and organisational budgets in light of the cost of living crisis, we investigate why a Health Cash Plan is more value to individuals and businesses today than ever before… ✅
Black Country Boss Swaps Boardroom for Bargains
Our very own Black Country CEO has swapped the boardroom for bargains in a TV show debut, due to be aired this Tuesday (9th August). 🎥
Take a read… 🏺💷
Special Guest Q&A: Exploring the links between yoga and wellbeing
Our Guest Blogger, Gemma Allies – a Corporate Wellness Provider who is a certified Yoga, Meditation, Breathwork Teacher and Massage Therapist, as well as a good friend of Paycare’s – shares an insight into her own yoga journey, and the connections between the practice and positive wellbeing. Take a read… 🧘♀️
Paycare races to sign up to new sporting partnership
At Paycare, we love ensuring more people than ever can access a variety of sports as part of our mission to improve the UK’s health and happiness.
That’s why we’ve joined forces with Hamilton Park – a prestigious racecourse in Lanarkshire, Scotland… Take a read 👀🐎
Best Health Cash Plan award for Paycare
A fantastic announcement for you – Paycare has been named as the Best Health Cash Plan Provider in the West Midlands! 🥳🥇
Catch up on the full story… 🙌
Paycare Testimonial – Space Inclusive
“The Paycare experience for us has been special, we look forward to this relationship continuing to develop in the future and feel so glad we chose Paycare as our health and wellbeing partner.”
Check out our latest testimonial – shared by Space Inclusive. ✍️
Paycare to promote teacher wellbeing at conference
Paycare will be focusing on teacher wellbeing at an upcoming conference. 👩🏫
Let’s take a read… 📃
Top financial wellbeing tips for individuals and employers
At Paycare, we’re seeing an increase in individuals concerned about their financial wellbeing – and similarly, companies who are looking to support their teams with the cost of living crisis.
Take a read of our Top financial wellbeing tips for individuals and employers… 💷
Darlaston Chairman thanks Paycare as season ends
The chairman of a Black Country football club has thanked Paycare as part of his end of season reflections. 🤝⚽
Take a read…
Bike ride raises thousands for mental health charity
A bike ride sponsored by Paycare has raised more than £5,000 for a mental health charity run by a former Premier League footballer – with money still coming in from supporters. 🧠🧡
Let’s take a read…
Paycare Testimonial – Ricoh UK Products Ltd
“Having an adaptable and relevant Health Cash Plan and Employee Assistance Programme is a must for all businesses.”
Check out our latest testimonial – shared by Ricoh UK Products Ltd. ✍️
4 Top Tips to help improve your Health and Wellbeing
We all know that prioritising our health and wellbeing is essential to living happy and healthy lives. And, there are lots of things we can be doing each day to take care of our physical and mental health and wellbeing…
We share our 4 favourite top tips! 💚🧡
Wolves to Scotland ride in aim of footballer’s mental health charity
We’re calling on the community to show its support for a bike ride in aid of a mental health charity.
Take a read… 🚴♂️🧠
What does ‘Health’ mean to you?
As individuals, families, communities, and employers, we all have a role to play in recognising and supporting the many different aspects which come together to form an overall picture of a person’s health… so, what does health really mean to you?! 🏃♀️🧠💰
We explore physical, mental and financial health and wellbeing in our latest blog 😃🧡
Guest Blog – Easing menopause symptoms the natural way
When it comes to the menopause, HRT is well known as a potential remedy for women struggling with the side-effects.
But, says Medical Herbalist Hannah Charman, there are many other options for the third of women who feel uncomfortable with the idea of HRT. Take a read… 📃
Are you using your Paycare Perks?
When it comes to looking after your health, our mission is to think holistically – so we’re not just supporting you with your physical and mental wellbeing, but also helping you with your financial health too. So, are you making full use of Paycare Perks?
Take a read… 🤓📖
World Suicide Prevention Day interview with WCR FM
On World Suicide Prevention Day (Friday 10th), Chris Allen from WCR FM radio centred his show around this incredibly-important issue, inviting on a number of expert guests including our very own Wellbeing Manager Kerry B Mitchell. 🧠
Take a read… 🙂
How to Access Reliable Health Information
This week (5th to 12th July) is Health Information Week, which is a great opportunity for organisations across the UK to highlight the need for individuals to be aware of where they can find reliable healthcare information. 🩺
Let’s take a read… 💻
National Smile Month: Our Top Mouth Care Tips
Taking a proactive approach to managing your health is something we are passionate about here at Paycare, that’s why we encourage everyone to get regular check ups and consult a professional over any concerns they may have. And what better time than National Smile Month to concentrate on the health of your teeth and gums? 🦷👅
Take a read of Our Top Mouth Care Tips… 🙌
Mood-boosting tips for Mental Health Awareness Week
Mental Health Awareness Week (May 10th to 16th) is an opportunity for all of us to improve our wellbeing.
We love to share helpful suggestions, so to mark the week we’ve asked the Paycare team for their top 7 tips on how to boost your wellbeing – and with this year’s awareness week theme being nature, we’ve linked them around the great outdoors… 🍃
Let’s take a read. 🥰
Are you stress aware?
Whether it’s through exercise, sleep or spreading kindness – check out our top tips and few small changes you can make to reduce your stress levels 🙌😊
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…😴
University Mental Health during the pandemic
The university experience in 2020 and 2021 has been vastly different than any student and teacher could ever have imagined… 🎓
Our qualified mental health first aid trainer and Wellbeing Manager, Kerry B Mitchell, is sharing her insight into how she thinks teachers, lecturers, mentors, and university bodies can play a big role in shaping the way we approach student mental health over the coming months. Take a read… 🧠🧑🎓
The Benefits of Less Screen Time, More ‘Me’ Time
Over 50 attended our free February e-clinic which focused on the relationships we all have with technology. 💻📱
Let’s take a read and find out more about the effects of screen time… 🥰
It’s Time to Talk – But Are You Really Listening?
Through year-round campaigning and its pivotal annual event Time to Talk, the Time to Change movement has improved millions of people’s attitudes towards mental health. With the last ever Time to Talk day taking place on this Thursday (February 4th), our Wellbeing Manager Kerry B Mitchell looks at why talking is so important, and urges employers to ensure they are really listening. 💬👂
Take a read… 🥰
Six Ways to Workout the January Blues
Did you know, running for just 15 minutes a day, or walking for an hour, has been shown to reduce the risk of major depression by 26%?
At Paycare, we love sharing top tips to help our Policyholders with their health and wellbeing – so here are our suggestions to beat those January (and lockdown) blues! 💙🏃♀️
Why Cooking Together is so Important
While we often eat together, cooking together isn’t so popular, despite having a wealth of benefits! 🍏
So, we asked friend of Paycare and Wellbeing Expert, Laura Butler from WelLBe Coaching, to share how food can bring us together… 🙌
Let’s take a read… 📖
Hope and Wellbeing E-clinic to counteract Blue Monday slump
January is traditionally thought of as a gloomy month – but we are working to fight against the ‘Blue Monday’ slump by hosting a hopeful e-clinic.
Take a read and let us take care of your teams Health and Wellbeing in 2021 🙌🧡
Flu Symptoms or Covid? Know the signs!
It can be tricky at the best of times to know if you’ve got flu symptoms or simply a bad cold – and this year the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic is bound to add to the confusion and worry…
With different treatments recommended for each – and of course the need to socially distance if you’ve got Coronavirus – it’s important to know exactly what you’re dealing with 🙌
Let’s take a read… 🦠
Eight ways to show appreciation to your employees
Attracting and retaining the best employees is an integral part of ensuring continued business success.
Thankfully, there are plenty of ways employers can show their appreciation for their workforce which are low in cost but high in value… 🙌🧡
Paycare to attend Events during 2022
Our team are going to be attending a range of events this year and they’d love you to come along for a chat. So take a moment to have a look at where we’re headed and we hope to see you there. 😊🤝
The importance of workplace mental health training
Paycare Wellbeing’s is set to host their first e-clinic of the 2022 series, with the online session aimed at supporting managers to understand the importance of looking after the wellbeing of their staff. Take a read… 🧠💻
Paycare Testimonial – Midwest Mechanical and Electrical Services
“We are aware of long waiting times and rising everyday costs, so we thought this was a great way for our employees to claim cash back on things they don’t really want to pay out for like dental and optical care.”
Check out our latest testimonial – shared by Midwest Mechanical and Electrical Services. ✍️
Thanks for your 2021 feel-good feedback
Throughout 2021, we’ve been incredibly lucky to receive so much good feedback and written testimonials from our amazing Corporate Customers. We’ve thoroughly enjoyed supporting our existing members and an influx of new companies who want to look after their employees, and we’re thrilled to know our support and service is recognised by some of those who mean so much to us.
Check out some of the lovely things they had to say about us… 🧡
Recognising the Menopause in the Workplace
The Menopause has traditionally been a topic avoided in the workplace, but our Wellbeing Manager Kerry B Mitchell is calling on more employers to focus on what they can do to accommodate those feeling the impact: 👩🧡
Paycare Wellbeing recently hosted an e-clinic focused around menopause in the workplace and was joined by expert speakers. Take a read…
Paycare Testimonial – TinCan Comms
“Everyone at TinCan has been really pleased with Paycare so far, they’ve remarked how easy and quick the claims process is.”
Check out our latest testimonial – shared by TinCan Comms. ✍️
Domestic Abuse in the Workplace – What Do Employers Know?
With more people than ever affected by domestic abuse, Paycare Wellbeing is set to shine a light on the support employers can offer through a free online session. 👩💻
Let’s take a read… 📖
Paycare Testimonial – Shorts
“The process of claiming is so simple – it’s so easy to upload your receipts and make a claim, then you receive confirmation and the money goes back into your account very quickly.”
Check out our latest testimonial – shared by Shorts. ✍️
Paycare Testimonial – Black Country Chamber of Commerce
“These benefits are seen very positively here at the Chamber and for both us as a business, and for our employees as individuals, the range of health benefits has been incredibly well received.”
Check out our latest testimonial – shared by Black Country Chamber of Commerce. ✍️
Menopause awareness in the Workplace e-clinic
Experts on the menopause are set to share their knowledge with businesses from across the country during our next e-clinic… 💻
Take a read and find out more… 👀
World Suicide Prevention Day interview with WCR FM
On World Suicide Prevention Day (Friday 10th), Chris Allen from WCR FM radio centred his show around this incredibly-important issue, inviting on a number of expert guests including our very own Wellbeing Manager Kerry B Mitchell. 🧠
Take a read… 🙂
Paycare Wellbeing hosts e-clinic with Motherwell FC
Paycare Wellbeing has joined forces with our partners in Scotland to organise a Motherwell Mental Health Awareness e-clinic. 🧠
Take a read and find out more…
Celebrating two years of supporting employee mental health
Our wonderful Wellbeing Manager is reflecting on almost two years of supporting businesses and their employees with mental health and wellbeing. 🎉
Let’s take a read…
Shropshire training helps organisations understand Mental Health
Shropshire-based organisations have the chance to learn more about mental health awareness in the workplace during a special Paycare Wellbeing virtual training session. 🧠🖥️
Take a read… 🤩
Paycare to attend Events during 2022
Our team are going to be attending a range of events this year and they’d love you to come along for a chat. So take a moment to have a look at where we’re headed and we hope to see you there. 😊🤝
Elite team nets Paycare sponsorship
One of the country’s elite netball teams has gained a new sponsor in the form of Paycare! 🤩🤝
Take a read… 👀
Paycare Pledges Support for Women’s Wellbeing
We’re encouraging women across the region to give their health and wellbeing a boost by taking part in a first-of-its-kind event. 😍
Let’s take a read…
Rogers’ Retirement: CEO announces plans to step down
“It’s time for the next generation to step up and shine.” ✨
That’s the message from our CEO Kevin Rogers as he prepares to step down from his role. Let’s take a read… 😊
The Haven partnership continues with fire walk and quizzes
We recently proved we’d do anything to support The Haven Wolverhampton, even walking across hot coals… 🔥
Catch up on the full story… 📰
Paycare duo donate to five Midlands foodbanks
Foodbanks across the Midlands have benefitted from the generosity of two of our wonderful team members. 🥰🧡
Take a read… 📄
Pupils net the benefit of community partnership
Pupils from a Halesowen school have benefitted from six weeks of specialist netball coaching. ⛹
Let’s take a read… 📄
Paycare: 2021 in Review
As we approach the end of another year, we’re determined to find joy in the achievements, milestones and celebrations that Paycare have encountered throughout 2021. There are some lovely stories, so grab a cuppa and take a read 🌟😃
Thanks for your 2021 feel-good feedback
Throughout 2021, we’ve been incredibly lucky to receive so much good feedback and written testimonials from our amazing Corporate Customers. We’ve thoroughly enjoyed supporting our existing members and an influx of new companies who want to look after their employees, and we’re thrilled to know our support and service is recognised by some of those who mean so much to us.
Check out some of the lovely things they had to say about us… 🧡
Paycare’s Commercial Director joins Black Country Think Tank
More exciting Paycare News to share with our readers this month, as our Commercial Director, Ant, has been invited to become one of the founding members of the Black Country Think Tank! Read the blog to learn more about Ant’s role and the innovative group, focussing on key economic issues affecting businesses across the region and further afield.
Anxiety is the focus of Paycare Wellbeing session
Attendees taking part in an eight-week mental and physical health project had the chance to learn more about anxiety thanks to our Mental Health expert! 🧠
Let’s take a read… 👀
Compliance manager celebrates 40 years at Paycare
When Saranjit Nagra landed a temporary job at Paycare, little did she imagine she’d still be here four decades later.
But that’s exactly what happened, with Saranjit celebrating an incredible 40 years with us this month (November). 🎈
Let’s find out more about Saranjit’s incredible journey with Paycare. 🥳
Kevin lands top role with Wolves charity
We’re thrilled to announce our CEO Kevin Rogers has been revealed as the new Wolves Foundation Chair of Trustees. 🙌🐺
Let’s find out more…
Paycare and Molton Brown partner up again
We are thrilled to announce that we’re once again partnering with luxury skincare brand Molton Brown to provide our fabulous Paycare Policyholders with some very exclusive discounts!
Let’s take a read… 🛀🧼🧴
Paycare team celebrate community award shortlisting
We’re beyond thrilled to announce we’ve been shortlisted for a community award! 🏆🤞
Let’s take a read and find out more…