We chat to our expert speaker, Lorna Easterbrook, on how hard it can be to bring up those difficult questions with those you care for. The news, in February 2019, that the 97-year old Duke of Edinburgh has voluntarily handed in his driving licence was a very public reminder of a very common issue. Knowing […]

Next month marks Children’s Mental Health week. The theme is Healthy Inside and Out.  With so many working parents, the health and wellbeing of children, can have a huge impact on the way parents are feeling at work.  We talk to expert Fiona Pienaar on her thoughts on technology and mental health. Has there been […]

This month, according to research from Osbornes Law, was the most popular month for divorce based on the stats that nearly 500 divorce petitions were registered between Christmas and New Years with the period being known as the most common time for marriages to break down. We spoke to Dawn Kaffel, couples therapist, to find out […]

Last Tuesday, November 20th, was a 2018 highlight, not only for me personally and the amazing This Can Happen team, but for companies across the UK who are now fully committed to putting workable strategies in place to help their staff and colleagues through mental health struggles. It all began a year ago. I was […]

Finding it hard to decide what days to recognise in your 2019 plan?  This document will help you. Click here to download the list

As the year draws to a close, companies are starting to plan for 2019. We are often asked for our top 10 recommendations for the year ahead. It’s never an easy question to answer but we’ve put together a list of new ideas that we’ve been nurturing. We hope you’ll join us for seminars and webinars […]

Download the  Employees Matter brochure 2018-2019

Finding the right toys over the festive period can be a challenge – wouldn’t it be great if there was a trusted resource to help you find presents that had already been tried and tested by children just like yours? Dr Amanda Gummer, founder of the Good Toy Guide explains what makes a good toy […]

Since I started the company over a decade ago I have driven Employees Matter to engage and support staff in all aspects of work and life. The mental health agenda has become increasingly important for us and many companies are seeking to explore new territories in this area. With this in mind EM planned a […]

Employees Matter is delighted to report that a UK business has set up a pioneering initiative by offering employees paid time off to support their family or dependent. This month Coventry Building Society announced that it will give its 2,500 employees up to 3 additional paid days off if they face life changing events relating […]