Dear Wingham team,
We want to start by acknowledging the recent flooding that has impacted the Wingham area. Please know that every single one of you is in our thoughts during this difficult period. Whiddon is here to support you in every way we can. We understand the challenges you might be facing, both personally and professionally, and we’re looking at several ways to help.
Here’s an overview of the help currently available and other ways we are actively working to support you:
- Personal Hardship Support: If the floods have caused you personal hardship, such as damage to your home, car, or loss of personal items, please don’t hesitate to have a confidential chat with Ashley Layt about your circumstances. Whiddon will review each situation individually to determine how we can best offer our support.
- Natural Disaster Leave: If you were willing and able to come to work but were prevented by flooding (e.g., road closures), you can apply for up to three days of natural disaster leave. Speak with Ashley to apply for this leave.
- Your Wellbeing: Looking after your wellbeing, especially during stressful times like these, is incredibly important. Remember, support is always available through our EAP and wellbeing partner, Hapstar. You can request a confidential Expert Session by visiting Request an Expert Session | Hapstar | Whiddon. If you’d prefer to chat with someone directly, you can call them on 1800 818 728. Please reach out – they’re there to help.
- Supporting the Wingham Community: We’re also actively looking at ways Whiddon can contribute to and support the broader recovery efforts for the local Wingham community. We’re all in this together.
- Recognising Our Shining Stars: It’s in times like these that the incredible dedication and spirit of our team truly shine. We are looking at ways to formally recognise those among you who have gone above and beyond to support our clients and each other during this challenging period. Your commitment hasn’t gone unnoticed.
Once again, thank you for your unwavering dedication, your resilience, and everything you do for our residents and for Whiddon.
We appreciate each and every one of you.
Whiddon Management Team