FECAVA Newsletter • Focus on Mental Health
Examples of support helplines
for the veterinary community across Europe
Working in veterinary practice and other sectors within the profession is a joy; there are so many elements that make each day different and special. There can also be times when we are dealing with animals under our care that are a challenge, explaining difficult scenarios with pet owners, and long working days where veterinarians, veterinary teams and veterinary students can feel pressure.
All of this can lead to times when we are under strain. This is when veterinary support helplines are invaluable – whether it’s to talk to someone who understands or speak with someone independent and confidentially – it can help. On the link are some examples of different associations who have set up support lines. If you want to chat more about how these were achieved, please contact info@fecava.org and we can provide more information.
This month we have had two weeks focusing on mental health:
European Mental Health Week, 22-28 May 2023
Mental Health Awareness Week UK 15 – 21 May 2023
We are delighted to share the new webinar provided by veterinary clinician Olivia Ogińska (Human-Savvy – Emotional Intelligence Coach for Veterinary Professionals), for Mental Health Awareness Week: What impacts the well-being of veterinary professionals and a webinar delivered in 2022 by Veterinary Council Ireland – Mental Health & Wellbeing within the Veterinary Professions
Please also have a look at the FECAVA mental health and wellbeing resource hub and let us know if there are any other suggestions you would like us to try and provide.
#FECAVAVetTeamWellbeing
Tricia
Chair, FECAVA Mental Health & Wellbeing Working Group