Menopause is a key issue in the workplace and can impact on colleagues both directly and indirectly.
Over half the population will go through menopause, and it can affect people whatever their gender, race or age, with everyone’s experience of menopause being different. While some may sail through it with barely a symptom, it isn’t an easy transition for all, with 1 in 4 people experiencing significant and life-impacting symptoms. By increasing awareness of the menopause, encouraging open conversations, having an inclusive approach, and with the right support, we can help to improve the experience at work and in personal lives too.
FROM YOUR HAMPSHIRE AND IOW HEALTH AND WELLBEING TEAM
Virtual meet-ups
to provide a safe space to talk about menopause.
Resources
Recordings and resources from our Menopause coaching series.
Manager training
This catalogue is restricted to HIOW Colleagues only – to gain access, please complete this short MS forms to allow the Learning Hub team to grant you access.
Menopause Support Guide
This guidance, which accompanies our Menopause Policy, seeks to give staff members and line managers the confidence and knowledge to seek or offer support.
Manager guidance
This guide should provide line managers with a better understanding of what menopause is and the impact, as well as key information on how to support staff manage the effects of the menopause transition at work.
Menohealth sessions
Half-hour online sessions from Menohealth – watch at a time convenient to you
World Menopause Day
Access recordings of the sessions
Menopause Advocates
Each NHS trust has trained advocates who can provide support, signposting, awareness workshops and manager workshops.
Menopause Toolkit
This guide will explain the signs and symptoms of menopause and offer some useful advice, as well as highlighting local and national support available to help you.
