Taking Action this Mental Health Awareness Week

At SCFH, we pride ourselves on being a people-first business. Mental Health Awareness Week is a reminder that this is not just something we say, it’s something we all need to actively live.

And while it sounds like a cliché, it’s true. A happy, supported workforce is a productive one. In healthcare, that matters even more. The NHS focus on prevention over cure applies just as much to mental health as it does to physical health.

In fast-paced digital environments, where people are constantly connected, it can be easy to overlook the importance of switching off, checking in and creating space to recharge.

We’re proud of the culture we’ve built at SCFH, and our awards reflect that. But culture is not defined by recognition alone, it’s shaped by everyday actions.

Take action for yourself

Good mental health is built on small, consistent actions.

For me, it’s getting outside, exercising and stepping away from the noise. That reset makes a huge difference.

For everyone, it will look different. It might be sleep, taking breaks, connecting with others or simply checking in with how you are feeling.

Whether it’s stepping away from your screen, taking a short walk or creating space to properly switch off, small actions can make a real difference.

Find what works for you and make it part of your routine.

For a few quick ideas to help reset and recharge during the working day, our Take a Moment Guide includes simple, practical actions that can help support wellbeing, even on busy days.

You can view the guide here: Take a Moment

Take action for someone else

We spend a huge amount of our lives at work, so it has to be a place that supports good mental health.

• Are we creating an environment where people feel safe to speak up?
• Do we know the difference between healthy challenge and too much pressure?
• Do we listen when someone says they are struggling?

Sometimes action is simple. Check in properly. Listen carefully. Give people space when they need it. That is how supportive cultures are built.

Take action for all of us

Awareness and advocacy matter, but they’re only part of the picture. We all have a role in educating ourselves, reducing stigma and creating the right environment. Small actions, repeated by many people, create real change.

What this means for SCFH

This week is about putting that into practice.

On Thursday 15th, when we come together for our team working day in London, we will be wearing green to show our support.

Bringing people together like this really matters. Being in the same room, having proper conversations, sharing ideas and checking in with each other can make a real difference to wellbeing.

Connection matters, especially in modern working environments where so much communication happens through screens. Those conversations over lunch, the informal check-ins and the time spent together all help build a stronger, more supportive environment.

Every action counts

This week is a reminder that every action counts.

Whether it’s looking after yourself, supporting someone else or simply starting a conversation, small actions can have a lasting impact.

This week, take one action. Check in with a colleague. Take a proper break. Go for a walk. Start a conversation.

At SCFH, we’re committed to continuing to build an environment where people feel supported, valued and able to thrive.

About Adam

Adam Libbey is the COO and an experienced people and change practitioner whose career spans the Army, Big 4 consulting, and a growing advisory environment. Across these settings, he has developed a strong understanding of how people respond to challenge, how organisations adapt and how culture can enable or block transformation. He brings a calm, practical and people‑centred approach to helping teams navigate change and deliver meaningful progress.

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