Launch of WorkWell Programme

A new work and health service has started in North Central London on 1 October 2024. It aims to support at least 3,000 NCL residents with health conditions or disabilities to enter, remain in, or return to work.  

Running from October 2023 to Spring 2026, WorkWell offers personalised support from Work and Health Coaches, access to services like physiotherapy and counselling, and advice on workplace adjustments.  

The voluntary programme is open to anyone, regardless of benefit status.

 Healthcare professionals are asked to encourage individuals who could benefit from the WorkWell to visit https://nclhealthandcare.org.uk/workwell and express and interest via the form*, hosted by service provider Shaw Trust. 

 The longer-term ambition is to integrate a referral pathway within EMIS, with a number of PCNs trialling the approach in the coming weeks: any PCNs which would like to take part in the EMIS trial can contact losarina.kelly@nhs.net. 

The programme forms part of a broader strategy to integrate health and work advice at the local level, potentially reducing economic inactivity due to ill health.  

WorkWell is part of a national pilot scheme. It is a partnership between North Central London Integrated Care Board local authorities, intermediaries and voluntary sector organisations across Barnet, Camden, Enfield, Haringey and Islington, and is sponsored jointly by Department for Work and Pensions and Department of Health and Social Care. 

*Please note: if you are completing the Expression of Interest Form on behalf of an individual, it is important that you have the person’s full consent. Please also check data sharing policies and agreements in your own organisation before sharing any personal information on behalf of the person you are supporting.