This is my hand💚💛💙

@KensingtonRoyal how can I get a #thisismyhand joint mental health/suicide awareness badge to you? #999family

For those that responded happy to see @Alex2006__ is ok and is getting the help he needs. #ItsOkayToNotBeOkay #SuicidePrevention #ThisIsMyHand

@Lifey_999 There are times when I wish I could sit on the floor with my childhood teddy and let it all out. Wishing you all the best and always remember #ThisIsMyHand should you ever need to reach out.

Great work all of you 🙌 #thisismyhand 💚💛

Brilliant work by @Jojo_research @SashaJohnston_ @scousemedic87 @DrCatherineGoo1 @AnnaParry12 @AACE_org @ParamedicsUK thank you for everything you are doing!💚💛 #999family #thisismyhand #MentalHealthMatters #MentalHealthAwareness #selfcare #Ambulance #Paramedic #PTSD

@rohan_gupta97 We should be forking out on decent and regular training for advanced skills. Intubation, needle decompression, needle cric are rarely used yet critical skills in our scope... more sims. Also regular airway sim, basic skills upto advanced Inc human factors.

I know paramedic intubations are v rare these days but when it is attempted, the airways are often the most difficult due to patient condition, risks of aspiration, positioning, human factors, lighting/weather etc. Should we be forking out for VL rather than continuing with DL?

Great to chat to the Fifths yesterday about staying safe when drinking Alcohol. Huge thanks to Paramedic @GilleyRob321 for bringing first hand experience from thr front line. The year group were brilliant!! #PSHE #Radleymedical

@JulianPT158 @mindbluelight Sadly I don't think you're alone there. I know of a colleague with the exact same situation and it's totally unacceptable.

@mindbluelight @TIMH999 The problem is rarely asking for help. The problem is having asked for help you are then let down. I was referred to a force psychologist who recommended 12 - 15 sessions with her. Occupational Health’s thoughts, he can’t have 12 - 15, he can have 8.

83% of emergency responders who have accessed mental health support through their organisation have found it helpful. It can feel really difficult to ask for help when you need it. For confidence-building steps to start the conversation visit bit.ly/30Tv4Lm

@EDEAUNursingOUH I've learnt so much from Rick over the years, inspiring Dr and leader. So many of us are indebted to him for his teaching, care and support.

Are you using #AmazonSmile when you shop yet? Sign up today and in a few simple clicks and with every purchase you make on the platform, Amazon will make a small donation to TASC at no extra cost to your pocket! Learn more: smile.amazon.co.uk #CyberMonday #Ambulance #Charity

It's #GivingTuesday. Give back to TASC this festive season and help us provide vital #Wellbeing support for the UK's #Ambulance community in their time of need. Txt AMBULANCE to 70085 to donate £3 to TASC today (std rate apply) or #Donate online theasc.org.uk/donate/

*New Study* 🤓🧐 If you’re #NHSstaff & have been affected by the suicide of a colleague, please consider taking part in this new study which is seeking to design & develop supportive guidance for those who’ve experienced bereavement in this way. #thisismyhand 💚💛

Thank you to the lady who bought these for us whilst in the queue at co-op in Didcot, such a lovely gesture and very much needed boost 11 hours into our shift 💚 @SCAS999 Kept us going through to the end of a 16 hour shift #thankyou #HITTAG #999family #thisismyhand #generosity

In our 2021 research 83% of ambulance staff said that their workload had increased due to the pandemic. Life changing decisions have been made in more difficult situations than ever before. For mental health information & support visit bit.ly/3waieDv

As part of #TrusteesWeek on behalf of all the staff @TASCharity I would like to say #thankyou for all your hard work and support throughout the last year!

If your friends or colleagues are struggling with their #MentalHealth, it can be difficult to know how to start a conversation with them. This handy infographic offers lots of tips and advice on how to get started. Download a PDF version at: bit.ly/31tEeKj #Stress

In March, 7,703 working days were lost due to amb staff being off work for anxiety/stress/depression/other psychiatric illnesses*. Workplace stress can affect everyone. Our course give tips to deal with workplace stress: rise.articulate.com/share/DqQg2zbA… #StressAwarenessDay @Rightsteps_UK

For many #BlueLight colleagues during these past 18 months #mentalhealth hasn’t been a priority… looking after others has. With our thanks to @KensingtonRoyal @mindbluelight @TASCharity @firefighters999 @policecareuk there is a renewed focus on our #MentalHealthMatters 🙏🏼