One Culture of Care
Colleague Wellbeing Support at CHFT
At Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust, your wellbeing matters. Here you’ll find a full overview of the emotional, physical and practical support available to help you feel safe, supported, and able to thrive at work.
Mental Wellbeing Support
VivUp
Impartial, confidential advice and counselling available 24/7.
Helpline: 0800 321 3137 Website: Vivup: Sign In
Where it says: "If your organisation is already registered with Vivup, you can create an account today" - click into the box and select Calderdale and Huddersfield NHS Foundation Trust and then set up your own account.
Wellbeing Connect
One single number for quick access to wellbeing support.
Call: 01484 344 282
Workplace Mental Health Toolkit
A self‑help resource offering information about mental health experiences at work.
Andy’s Man Club
Free, peer‑to‑peer support groups for men, available both locally and online.
Staff Psychology Service
The Staff Psychology Service (SPS) is a small in-house service which aims to provide staff members and whole teams with access to psychologically informed support and consultation to support CHFT and its people to maintain healthy and effective employment. If you have any questions about support provided by the SPS please email StaffPsychologyService@cht.nhs.uk
Men's Mental Health
Project group to create awareness and destigmatise the mental health of our mail colleagues
Email: dominic.bryan@cht.nhs.uk and / or thomas.bevan2@cht.nhs.uk
Crisis Support
Mental Health crisis line
Call: 01924 316 830
Kirklees Talking Therapies
Improving access to psychological therapies for conditions such as anxiety, depression, and stress.
Website: Kirklees Talking Therapies for stress anxiety and depression
Samaritans
A safe, non‑judgemental space if you need someone to talk to.
Call 24/7: 116 123
Financial Wellbeing
Citizens Advice Bureau
Free, confidential support on money, housing, benefits, legal matters and more.
Tel: 01924 316 830
MoneyHelper Service
Impartial guidance on budgeting, debt, pensions and financial planning.
Tel: 0800 448 0826 or WhatsApp: +44 7701 342 744
Wagestream
A financial wellbeing app with tools for budgeting, tracking earnings and managing money.
Salary Finance - financial wellbeing support
A secure, simple way to save directly through salary deductions.
Website: Dedicated page for CHFT
Bereavement Support
Cruse
Free, specialist bereavement support.
Tel: 0808 808 1677 Email: info@talkthru.or.uk
Website: Cruse
Talk Thru
Counselling and support for baby loss and pregnancy‑related bereavement.
Tel: 01484 515 137 Email: info@talkthru.org.uk
Website: TalkThru
Survivors of Bereavement by Suicide
Peer‑led support for those affected by suicide loss.
Tel: 0300 111 5065
The Good Grief Trust
A national hub providing resources, advice and hope for anyone experiencing grief.
Physical Wellbeing and Activity
ChiChi‑Fit
Dance fitness with a West End twist!
Mondays, 5:30pm–6:15pm
HRI Learning Centre | £4 per session
Tel: 07771 812 999
Couch to 5K
A nine‑week NHS programme to get you running confidently, at your pace.
SS Dance & Wellbeing
Staff Fusion fitness to boost energy and mood.
Tuesdays, 5:45pm–6:30pm
HRI Learning Centre | £5 per session
Email: ssdancewellbeing@outlook.com
Sexual Safety in Healthcare and Freedom to Speak Up
CHFT is committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels safe.
We have signed the Sexual Safety in Healthcare Organisational Charter and operate a zero‑tolerance approach to sexual misconduct.
You can report sexual misconduct via our dedicated portal.
Anonymous reports can be submitted through Freedom to Speak Up.
Wellbeing Apps for Everyday Support
Stay Alive
A suicide prevention app with safety plans, crisis tools and support directories.
Bright Sky
Support for anyone experiencing domestic abuse or concerned about someone else.
Headspace
Science‑backed mindfulness and sleep tools to reduce stress and improve resilience.
Worklife Central
Videos, articles and live events on careers, work–life balance, inclusion and wellbeing.
Zero Suicide Alliance
Free online training on recognising and supporting people at risk of suicide.
Unmind
A digital mental health platform to help you proactively manage your wellbeing.
MoneyHelper Budget Tool
Track spending and build better financial habits.
NHS Active 10 App
Build up your daily walking routine — start with 10 minutes a day.
Wellbeing Handover
We encourage teams to “check in” at the start of each shift and “check out” at the end.
These conversations help us support each other compassionately and maintain a safe, healthy workplace.
For advice or support, please email: ODTeam@cht.nhs.uk