When Buffets Our Business in Worcester recognised that many of its employees were experiencing menopause-related symptoms, the team wanted to do something practical to help. With most of its female workforce at this stage of life, the business saw an opportunity to help colleagues better understand their health, feel supported at work and make positive changes to their wellbeing.
Support from Worcestershire County Council Public Health’s Workplace Employee Wellbeing Grant enabled the business to bring specialist wellbeing support directly to its team. Staff helped shape what was offered, resulting in a programme combining menopause and nutrition advice, yoga and movement, and mindful creative activities. Everyone was invited to take part, with good attendance across the sessions.
The impact has been really encouraging. Staff reported feeling valued, appreciated and supported, while the shared activities also helped strengthen team morale. Feedback showed that 85% felt they had benefited a great deal mentally and physically from yoga, while all respondents reported a mental wellbeing benefit from the creative sessions. Many also said they were likely to continue with yoga and creative activities afterwards.
One employee said:
“I’ve gained useful knowledge about menopause and the importance of health and wellbeing at this stage in my life, and I feel motivated to put this into practice.”
Another described how yoga had helped build confidence, saying:
“I’ve always wanted to try Yoga but never got round to it. I found it so enjoyable and I’d feel comfortable trying a class now.”
