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Work Well North Cumbria

Here to Help You Stay in Work or Get Back to It, With the Right Support

The North Cumbria NHS Work Well Service, part of the NENC ICB Health and Growth Programme, is a new initiative delivered by Cumbria Health in partnership with local support organisations. The service is designed to help people who are finding it difficult to remain in work, or who are off sick due to a physical or mental health condition. 

We’ll support you to take control of your health and get back on track with your working life.

Our Support

To access support through WorkWell North Cumbria, you must be aged 18+, have the right to work in the UK, live and North Cumbria and:

  • Be in work, but finding this difficult or not feeling 100%
  • Currently unable to attend work due to your health and/or wellbeing
  • Have left work in the last 6 months due to your health

 

You will be matched with a dedicated Work and Health Coach, who will:

  • Help you look at what might be stopping you from being well in work
  • Support you to identify your own goals and a plan to take steps towards these
  • Connect you with our partner organisations or other local services and specialist support where needed
  • Provide guidance and encouragement as you move towards returning to or staying in work
  • Assist you in thinking through how to communicate any information or reasonable adjustments you might need with your employer
  • Provide ongoing guidance and encouragement as you move towards returning to or staying in work

What You Can Expect

Initial Contact
A call from your Work and Health Coach within 5 working days of referral
Face-to-Face Support
An in-person appointment within 2 weeks
Tailored Support Plan
A personalised programme lasting around 12–16 weeks
Consistent Support
A trusted point of contact throughout your journey

Our Support Network

We work closely with trusted local partners to offer a wide range of support, including:

  • Physical health and fitness
  • Mental health and emotional wellbeing
  • Drug and alcohol recovery
  • Financial guidance and practical advice
  • Counselling and therapy
  • Lifestyle change and motivation

Our partners include:

  • GLL
  • Fit 4 Life
  • iCan Wellbeing
  • CADAS
  • Citizens Advice
  • Talk Works
  • Growing Well
  • GLL
  • Fit 4 Life
  • iCan Wellbeing
  • CADAS
  • Citizens Advice
  • Talk Works
  • Growing Well

Accessing the Service

The North Cumbria Work Well Service launched 1st October 2025. 

You can take the first step by signing up below or ask a health or community professional to refer you. Either way, we’re here to support you every step of the way. 

To refer yourself, please complete the referral form using the button below. 

Referral Form

Work Well North East and North Cumbria

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User Guide
Find out how Work Well North Cumbria can support you with personalised coaching, health advice, and guidance to help you stay in or return to work. Download the full user guide here
GP Guide
"This booklet is designed for GPs and practice teams to understand how the Work Well North Cumbria service works, who it can help and how to refer patients. Download the GP information booklet here

If you have any questions before referring, feel free to contact us at: 

Email: [email protected]