New health and work
A free programme that helps people who may be struggling to find or keep a job due to a health problem, has launched in Cambridgeshire, Peterborough and Royston.
The WorkWell pilot programme matches local people with a work and health coach who can establish what they need help with, overcome barriers and help them find the right local support. The work and health coaches will provide personalised support, and can connect people with different services, such as health professionals, community sector services and local support groups. It’s expected that round 3,000 people across the county will be eligible to receive support.
WorkWell is available to anyone living in Cambridgeshire and Peterborough and will run until 31 March 2026. It is supported by NHS Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Integrated Care Board (ICB) with funding from the Department of Work and Pensions and is delivered in partnership with local organisations.
Anyone with a health problem which means they cannot work or are struggling to stay in work can access the service, as long as they are over 16; live in, or are registered with a GP or Job Centre in Cambridgeshire or Peterborough; and are eligible to work in the UK. Taking part in the programme is completely voluntary and has no impact on benefits.
Nicky Ward, Director of Strategy & Development at NHS Cambridgeshire & Peterborough ICB spokesperson said, “We are excited the WorkWell programme has launched across Cambridgeshire and Peterborough helping local people who need support to remain in or return to work quickly. This pilot is a great example of the local system working together to help those at risk of falling out of employment, or need support to return to work.”
WorkWell will work with local authorities, voluntary sector, GPs, social prescribers, social workers, local employers, Job Centres and other partners to promote the service ensuring it is accessible to all. Anyone taking part is also able to self-refer themselves to the programme via our website choosing the most relevant hub to them.
For more information and self-referral information, please visit https://www.growthworkswithskills.com/employer-hub/workwell/