Support for you

No, no formal diagnosis is needed to access support or to request reasonable adjustments through a Workplace Adjustment Passport.

Read the policy here: HR27 Policy supporting colleagues with mental or physical disabilities

This policy aims to:

• Break down barriers and support colleagues with adjustments, so they can perform their role
• Provide guidance for managers on their responsibilities and duties under the Equality Act (2010)
• Provide advice on reasonable adjustment guidelines
• Provide guidance about managing attendance and disability related leave
• Provide guidance on the use of Workplace Adjustment Passport (WAP- HR27A).

• The passport should co-produced by the colleague and their manager
• Tailored to the individual and their job role 
• No formal diagnosis is required
• Reasonable adjustments do not need to be expensive or equipment based and can include more frequent brakes, or workplace adjustments
• Can be taken with you into a new role and should be reviewed during remobilisation and organisational change (prior to moving to a new role, the WAP should be reviewed with the respective manager.)

See also our guide to workplace adjustments.

Your health and wellbeing matter. We know that work and life can affect each other in many ways. Our Occupational Health and Wellbeing Service offers confidential, personalised  supported to help you stay well and supported in your role.

You can find out more about the service, guidance for managers following a referral  and how to access the service on YourSpace Occupational Health and Wellbeing referrals page and staff wellbeing hub 

Neurodivergent colleagues may experience musculoskeletal issues linked to stress or sensory sensitivities. Our physiotherapy support includes:

• Exercises and advice to reduce physical strain from repetitive tasks or posture challenges
• Support to help you stay active and well.

You can access the Physiotherapy service on YourSpace: Occupational Health and Wellbeing referrals page

Find out more about physical activity support on YourSpace: Your physical wellbeing :: YourSpace Mersey Care

We recognise that neurodivergent colleagues may face unique mental health challenges. We offer support to help you look after your mental wellbeing:

Find out more about mental wellbeing support on YourSpace Your mental wellbeing :: YourSpace Mersey Care

We provide advice, support and practical sessions on ways for colleagues, managers and teams can improve their wellbeing.

• Workshops and resources for managing stress and dealing with burnout 
• Sessions such as 1:1 Wellbeing check-ins and mini health checks at work to support with making achievable steps to take to manage and maintain selfcare and wellbeing routines
• Resources and support on areas that can be further impacted by neurodiversity such as Menopause 
• Support through our wellbeing partner Healthhero with offers such as counselling, online CBT tools, legal and finance advice.

You can find out more about the services and how to access on our Occupational Health and Wellbeing referrals page and staff wellbeing hub