by ciobassist | Jan 5, 2022 | Mental Health
January can be a particularly tough time of year as we come down from the highs of Christmas and the New Year, spending time with family and friends, and now face the bills associated with the festivities. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can also be a factor this...
by Emma McKay | Jul 6, 2021 | Mental Health
Mental health is something that affects us all in one way or another. At the CIOB Benevolent Fund, our focus is on supporting those struggling to cope, who are facing difficulties and need help to get back on their feet. We are delighted to share with you a selection...
by Frank MacDonald | Apr 26, 2021 | COVID-19, Employment, Financial Support, Mental Health
The Coronavirus pandemic has had a devastating impact on employment across the UK. The employment rate has hit its joint lowest rate since 2017, with the younger and older generations the worst affected. Some workers have been disproportionally economically impacted...
by Peter Smith FCIOB | Feb 8, 2021 | Donations, Employment, Financial Support, Housing, Mental Health
In this unprecedented time for the industry and the wider world, the service of advice, support and wellbeing available from the CIOB Benevolent Fund has never been more important. During this very challenging year, your Benevolent Fund has been able to help members...
by Frank MacDonald | Jan 22, 2021 | COVID-19, Mental Health
As countries worldwide introduce measures to protect and fight against COVID-19, our daily lives have morphed into something far from the normality we are used to. This is something that has taken its toll on us all. You may have fallen ill with the disease yourself...
