1. Maintaining Wellness Liz Steel, Public Health England South East 7 June 2016

2. How is wellbeing defined? Presence of positive emotions and moods (e.g., contentment, happiness) Absence of negative emotions (e.g., depression, anxiety), Satisfaction with life, fulfilment and positive functioning. In simple terms, judging life positively and feeling good, happy and healthy The term ‘wellbeing’ can cover: Physical wellbeing Economic wellbeing Social wellbeing Development and activity Emotional wellbeing Psychological wellbeing Life satisfaction Engaging activities and work Page 2 7 June 2016

3. Wellbeing according to Google

4. Determinants of adult satisfaction

5. What supports wellbeing? 1.Mental Health, social & emotional skills, partner relationships and physical health Home life and family are most important for children's wellbeing Healthier tends to mean happier Adults in happy partner relationships have higher wellbeing 2. Community wellbeing including social support, volunteering, giving and social connectedness to reduce loneliness At every age - social relationships are key 3. Balanced stable economic growth, low unemployment and wellbeing at work 4. Good governance including devolving power, anti-corruption, freedom to choose, faster less contracted processes especially for children and families Page 5 7 June 2016

6. Probably physiological but there are things that cushion that dip! Typical pattern of person’s happiness through life

7. Source: PHE Fingertips tool – various profiles 7 Wessex Mental Health & Wellbeing Indicators

8. Connect Be Active Take Notice Keep Learning Give Set of evidence-based actions which promote people’s wellbeing. Simple things individuals can do in their everyday lives. Source: Foresight Project on Mental Capital and Wellbeing 2008 Five ways to wellbeing

9. 5 ways + 5 a day Five Ways to Wellbeing: free, easily achievable and applicable to anyone’s life regardless of their circumstances. ‘5 a day’ fruit and vegetables for physical health: Eating at least 5 pieces of fruit and vegetables a day helps you maintain a healthy lifestyle. Digital support: change 4 Life website: http://www.nhs.uk/change4life/Pages/change-for-life.aspx Page 9 7 June 2016

10. 1. Connect Being connected is associated with good mental health and wellbeing. Connect with the people around you. With family, friends, colleagues and neighbours. At home, work, school or in your local community. Think of these as the cornerstones of your life and invest time in developing them. Building these connections with support and enrich you every day. Digital links: Local council websites at https://www.gov.uk/find-your-local-councilhttps://www.gov.uk/find-your-local-council Page 10 7 June 2016

11. 2. Be Active People who are active have improved health and wellbeing. Just 10 minutes of physical activity has been shown to be beneficial for mental wellbeing Step outside: go for a walk, run, swim or cycle ride Play a game. Garden. Dance. Exercising makes you feel good. Most importantly, discover a physical activity that you enjoy; one that suits your level of mobility and fitness. Digital support: change 4 life http://www.nhs.uk/change4life/Pages/change-for-life.aspx One You Campaign https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou#Oy8Yu5EoQdT8Rjkh.97https://www.nhs.uk/oneyou#Oy8Yu5EoQdT8Rjkh.97 Page 11 7 June 2016

12. 3. Take Notice Taking notice, being aware and mindful is associated with good mental health and wellbeing. Be curious. Catch sight of the beautiful. Remark on the unusual. Notice the changing seasons. Savour the moment, whether you are on a train, eating lunch or talking to friends. Be aware of the world around you and what you are feeling. Reflecting on your experiences will help you appreciate what matters to you. Digital support: Mindfulness at http://bemindful.co.uk/ and at Headspace at https://www.headspace.com/signup?origintoken=google- b&gclid=CNLrioTek80CFUieGwodqbQBxwhttp://bemindful.co.uk/ https://www.headspace.com/signup?origintoken=google- b&gclid=CNLrioTek80CFUieGwodqbQBxw 12 7 June 2016

13. 4. Keep Learning A life-style that includes valuing learning is positively associated with mental health and wellbeing. Try something new. Rediscover an old interest. Sign up for that course. Take on a different responsibility at work. Learn to play an instrument or how to cook your favourite food. Set a challenge you will enjoy achieving. Learning new things will make you more confident, as well as being fun to do. Digital support and local links: University of the Third Age at http://www.u3a.org.uk/find-a-u3a.html http://www.u3a.org.uk/find-a-u3a.html Adult and community learning at http://www3.hants.gov.uk/hampshire- learning.htmhttp://www3.hants.gov.uk/hampshire- learning.htm Page 13 7 June 2016

14. 5. Give People who enjoy giving and are open to receiving have improved mental health. Every relationship is one of give and take. The more we give the more we receive. Giving is associated with mental wellbeing. Do something nice for a friend, or a stranger. Thank someone. Smile. Volunteer your time. Join a community group. Look out, as well as in. Seeing yourself, and your happiness, linked to the wider community can be incredibly rewarding and will create connections with the people around you. Local links – volunteering or mentoring through Hantsweb at http://www3.hants.gov.uk/volunteer.htm http://www3.hants.gov.uk/volunteer.htm ‘Timebank’ website at http://timebank.org.uk/?gclid=CMO3pfTck80CFbEy0wodCY0HSg http://timebank.org.uk/?gclid=CMO3pfTck80CFbEy0wodCY0HSg Page 14 7 June 2016

15. Other resources Making every contact count programme https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/making-every-contact-count-mecc- practical-resourceshttps://www.gov.uk/government/publications/making-every-contact-count-mecc- practical-resources Healthy conversation – skills training, guidance – various websites Motivational interviewing – various websites Contact for further information: Liz Steel, Public Health England South East Email: liz.steel@phe.gov.ukliz.steel@phe.gov.uk Tel: 01489 563571 or 07825 448254 Page 15 7 June 2016