Wellness Workshop: Body and Mind
Supporting ostomates with their everyday wellbeing
SecuriCare has been looking after ostomates and their supplies
since 1984. We’re now in 2021 and bringing to you a new form of
support… a virtual workshop! The Covid-19 outbreak has forced
many of us into a very different way of living. As we adapt to our
‘new normal’ feelings of anxiety, fear, and loneliness are common
and can compromise our mental health. In these unusual times,
mental wellbeing is as important as physical wellbeing.
13:00 - 13:10 Welcome - order of the event and navigating the platform!
The programme to come, what you can find and where; view products and service, book an appointment and or request a product sample.
Lindsey Richmond, Stoma Sales Manager (Chair)
13:10 - 13:25 Nobody told stomas about Covid-19!
When Covid-19 hit, the world paused, however ostomates continued to need support, even more so than before coronavirus! Colostomy UK is a national charity supporting ostomates with any type of stoma. Lucinda Mitchell will talk about how the charity adapted, increased provision and overcame the challenges posed by Covid-19.
Lucinda Mitchell, Marketing & Communications Manager, Colostomy UK
13:25 - 13:35 Introducing a new range of stoma pouches
Watch this space!
Rob Gilkes, Product Specialist, CliniMed
13:35 - 13:45 Going for Gold
As the Urostomy Association celebrates its 50th Anniversary, Hazel Pixley (who has had a urostomy for over 40 years) will share insights into the past, present and future of support for people with urinary diversion.
Hazel Pixley, CEO, Urostomy Association
13:45 - 14:00 Health and fitness for the new ‘normal’
Living a full and active life with an ileostomy or internal pouch is the new ‘normal’. Caroline Bramwell, who has an ileostomy and competes in Ironman triathlons, will explain how the charity is helping people with their mental and physical wellbeing.
Caroline Bramwell, PR & Communications Manager, Ileostomy and Internal Pouch Association
14:00 - 14:20 Comfort break
14:20 - 15:10 It's OK not to be OK: managing our mental health!
We naturally tend to want to avoid feeling uncomfortable emotional states, but this can cause us problems in the longer run. So how can we learn strategies to be more accepting of our emotional responses?
Delegates can expect to:
- Learn more about our emotional reactions
- Learn strategies for managing feelings of anxiety, stress and overwhelm
- Explore how we can practice self-compassion
- Take home a toolkit of tips, routines, and rituals to help boost mood and maintain good mental health
Dr Rebecca Holt BSc (Hons), MSc, DClinPsych, CPsyhol, Chartered Clinical Psychologist, specialist in health psychology, Working Mindset
Dr Lucy Shoolbred, BSC., MSc, DClinPsych, CPsychol, Chartered Clinical Psychologist, consultant and coach, Working Mindset
15:10 - 15:20 Q&A session
With our panel of speakers.
Lindsey Richmond, Stoma Sales Manager (Chair)
15:20 - 15:25 Close of meeting
Lindsey Richmond, Stoma Sales Manager (Chair)