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Automotive charity Ben is launching a new range of programmes for younger people aged 16 and over on SilverCloud, its digital mental health and wellbeing platform.
SilverCloud gives people round the clock access to tools that can help them to better manage their mental health and wellbeing.
It is free for anyone who works, or has worked, in the automotive industry, including new apprentices.
The new SilverCloud programmes focus on key areas of mental health and wellbeing affecting young people such as anxiety, depression, resilience and positive body image.
Each programme features a range of interactive tools such as videos, activities, quizzes, and audio guides as well as a personal online support journal.
Since January this year 924 individuals from the automotive industry have signed up and activated their SilverCloud programme.
396 of those individuals chose a supported route. On choosing this option they are assigned a dedicated Ben’s Mental Health Supporter who holds regular reviews with the individual and helps them to navigate through the programme.
Anxiety, Sleep and Depression are currently the top three programmes of choice.
Rachel Clift, health and wellbeing Director at Ben, said: “We’ve been hugely encouraged to see so many people from across our industry signing up to SilverCloud since its launch and using the digital platform to help them look after their mental health and wellbeing.
“As we approach a key time of the year for fresh apprentice intakes, we’re anticipating a lot of new younger people entering our industry for the first time. This presents us with an opportunity to let them know about Ben and show that we’re here for them now and in the future.”
Click here to sign up and for more information
https://ben.org.uk/our-services/health-and-wellbeing/about-silvercloud/