Small business owners in Melton, Moorabool and across the state are being given access to a new resource to help support the mental health and wellbeing of their staff.
Small Business Minister Jaala Pulford today announced free access to the online support tool, Mindarma, which is designed to help with daily challenges and the uncertainty due to the pandemic.
Supported by the Black Dog Institute and the University of NSW, Mindarma is an education program developed by leading researchers.
Through 10 short interactive sessions accessible on computer, tablet, or smartphone, users learn mindfulness and cognitive techniques for resilience and to manage workplace stressors.
“We know small businesses continue to face significant challenges due to the pandemic and that may cause concern and uncertainty for their employees,” Ms Pulford said.
“The Mindarma app provides skills and tools that are known to protect mental health and in a simple and convenient way to support staff in these challenging times.
“Small businesses want to look after their staff and we’re backing them by investing in innovative ways to provide mental health and wellbeing support.”
This program forms part of the state government’s $26 million commitment to providing timely and needs based support through the Wellbeing and Mental Health Support for Businesses Initiative, announced in August 2020.
Victorian small businesses can register for free access to Mindarma until June 30 2022.
Details: business.vic.gov.au
