Useful Links
Please see below a list of useful links for additional information and resources.
EAPA
The EAPA is the professional body for Employee Assistance Programmes (EAP’s). It represents the interests of professionals concerned with employee assistance, psychological health and wellbeing in the UK. EAPA members include external and internal EAP providers, purchasers, counsellors, consultant and trainers. www.eapa.org.uk
Confederation of British Industry (CBI)
Confederation of British Industry (CBI) is one of the UK’s leading independent employers organisations. Representing over 250,000 public and private sector organisations. The CBI helps create and sustain the conditions in which businesses in the UK can compete and prosper for the benefit of all. www.cbi.org.uk
National Association for Mental Health (MIND)
National Association for Mental Health (MIND) is the leading mental health charity in England and Wales. Working to create a better life for everyone with experience of mental distress. You can access an extensive collection of information about mental health and related topics. www.mind.org.uk
The British Psychological Society (BPS)
The British Psychological Society (BPS) is the representative body for psychology and psychologists in the UK. It is not a trade union but is a registered charity in the UK formed in 1901. It has more than 45,000 members. Through its Royal Charter, the Society is charged with overseeing psychology and psychologists. It has responsibility for the development, promotion and application of pure and applied psychology for the public good. www.bps.org.uk
Health, Work and Well-Being
Health, Work and Well-being is a Government-led initiative to protect and improve the health and well-being of working age people. Founded on a growing evidence base that working is good for health, it brings together employers, unions, healthcare professionals and other stakeholders to promote the positive links between health and well-being. www.workingforhealth.gov.uk
Macmillan
Macmillan Cancer Support improves the lives of people affected by cancer. On the Cancerbackup website, you can find over 6,000 pages of up-to-date cancer information, practical advice and support for cancer patients, their families and carers. www.macmillan.org.uk
Institution of Occupational Safety & Health
Institution of Occupational Safety & Health. Europe’s leading body for individuals with a professional involvement in occupational safety and health. An independent, not-for-profit organisation that sets professional standards, supports and develops members and provides authoritative advice and guidance on health and safety issues. www.iosh.co.uk
Health & Safety Executive (HSE)
Health & Safety Executive (HSE) for all information, publications and advice relating to legislation affecting employee health and wellbeing for organisations www.hse.gov.uk
Dr Foster Intelligence
Dr Foster Intelligence is a public-private partnership launched in February 2006 that aims to improve the quality and efficiency of health and social care through better use of information. Aiming to make it easier for professionals and the public to access health and social care information through a range of innovative products and services www.drfosterintelligence.co.uk
NHS Direct
NHS Direct - The Government’s much publicised self-help medical web site, accessible on line on the telephone or via digital TV 24 hours a day www.nhsdirect.nhs.uk