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Wellbeing Support and Advice

Wellbeing Support and Advice

As students, you will have different unique strengths, struggles, and health and wellbeing needs. We understand that there will be certain events or circumstances that may affect your wellbeing while attending University.  Wellbeing Adviser aims is here to provide students with the appropriate advice, support, and resources to help manage their wellbeing.  

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Our Wellbeing Advice services

Our Wellbeing Advice service focuses on promoting holistic health and personal development. We provide: 

  • Wellbeing Assessments: Individual evaluations to help students understand and improve various dimensions of wellbeing including physical health, emotional health, social relationships, lifestyle choices, and environmental factors. 
  • Health and Wellness Programmes: Presentations, events, and workshops covering a range of wellbeing topics such as physical fitness, sexual health, nutrition, sleep, and goal setting.  
  • Priority Group Support: Bespoke support and case management offered to students who identify as Care Leavers, Estranged, Pregnant, Parenting, and/or have Caring Responsibilities.  
  • Resource Access and Referrals: Information on campus, community, and online resources related to student health and wellbeing including referrals to relevant health providers.  
  • Progression and Transition Support:  Tailored support offered to students whose studies are impacted by personal circumstances or who are returning after an absence. Wellbeing Adviser will assess barriers to progression and create appropriate plans of support, including options like Support to Study, Leave of Absence, and Extenuating Circumstances. 

Reasons Students May Benefit from Wellbeing Support:

  • Pregnancy/Maternity Needs
  • Physical or Medical Health Conditions  
  • Extenuating Circumstances  
  • Grief and Bereavement
  • Transition Into and Out of University  
  • Leave of Absence  
  • Sexual Health  
  • Care Leaver and Estranged Students
  • Caring Responsibilities  

Pregnancy/Maternity Guidance

Becoming pregnant or having a young child should not a barrier to one’s studies. Our Wellbeing Adviser is available to offer advice and guidance for students who are pregnant as well as those within the maternity/paternity period. If a student is pregnant, post-natal, or family planning, we encourage them to schedule an appointment with our Wellbeing Adviser as soon as possible to discuss any impact on academic timetabling, as well as identifying all relevant support, on-campus and off, for each student’s continued health and safety while attending university.   

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Pregnancy and/or Maternity Resources

NHS – Details of support, advice, and guidance available to you whilst you are pregnant.   

NCT – A UK charity that provides support to you and your partner throughout the pregnancy and maternity experience. They also deliver a wide range of courses and workshops to new and expectant parents.  

Mind – The UK’s mental health charity Mind have created self-help pages full of advice and support services available to those who may need information about maternal mental health (i.e., postpartum depression, self-care).   

Miscarriage Association – Confidential help and support available for those who are dealing with pregnancy loss.  

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Care Leavers/Students with Caring Responsibilities

For any student who’s leaving the care system or has caring responsibilities, we wish to positively support them throughout their university journey, ensuring that their student experience is a full and an enjoyable one. Students can meet with our Wellbeing Adviser for support and guidance throughout the whole of your studies. Our Wellbeing Adviser will also work with other members of staff within the university’s WeCare Team who also help provide support based on your individual needs.  

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Caregivers/Caring Responsibilities Resources

NHS Carer's Support – List of useful services available for you should need advice and/or support as a caregiver.   

UCAS – Advice and support for care experienced young people who need guidance with their application to any university.   

Become – Care advice line for children and young people in the UK living in care.  

Care Leavers Association – Growing network of care leavers, run by care leavers for care leavers. They provide a national network of care leavers and support and have gathered useful information about considering university. 

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Spectrum.Life

Feeling stressed or overwhelmed? Students experiencing personal struggles or emotional distress can access SpectrumLife’s 24/7 on-demand support. Whether it’s anxiety, loneliness, difficulty coping with university life or your mental health overall, you can chat with a trained mental health professional anytime, anywhere. No appointments, no waiting – just instant, confidential help whenever you need it.  

24/7 On-Demand Support 

UK: Call +448000318227 

International: Call 00353 1 518 0 277  

But that’s not all! SpectrumLife is your go-to for total mind-body wellness: 

  • Digital Gym: Access top-notch fitness programs and workout routines right from your room. Stay active and fit with a variety of plans to suit your schedule and fitness level. 
  • Fitness & Nutrition Content: Discover a treasure trove of resources, including healthy recipes, nutrition tips, and expert advice to keep your body nourished and energised. 
  • Wellbeing Series: Dive into engaging workshops and events focused on topics like stress management, sleep improvement, and building healthy relationships. Learn from experts and find the strategies that work for you.  
  • Mindfulness Content: Explore a variety of mindfulness exercises, guided meditations, and relaxation techniques to help you stay grounded and focused amidst the hustle and bustle of student life. 
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