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menopause matters: exploring the care sector's experiences
menopause matters in the care sector
In October, leading workwear manufacturer alsico and Care England came together at the NEC alongside the Care Show to host the Menopause Matters event. This event brought together carers and industry experts to discuss the experiences of menopause across the care sector.
The Menopause Matters event provided carers from care home groups across the UK a platform to share their personal stories and those of their colleagues. Attendees were able to ask questions and learn about the invaluable resources that help make managing menopause symptoms at work more manageable.
13 million women in the UK are currently peri or menopausal
81% of carers are women
1 in 5 care workers say menopause affects their job performance
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Alsico & Care England: leading the way in menopause support
Alsico and Care England joined forces to launch the Menopause Matters campaign at the NEC Birmingham. Bringing together carers, experts, and advocates, the event explored how menopause impacts the care sector and introduced strategies for better support. Hear from industry experts, discover key insights, and find out how we’re driving meaningful change.
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why are we doing it?
Menopause is a significant health issue affecting a large proportion of the care sector’s workforce. The event highlighted the challenges faced by carers experiencing menopause and provided actionable insights to help them manage symptoms more effectively in the workplace.
Together, we aim to foster an environment that provides both carers and employers with the resources they need to better understand and support their workforce.
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what are we trying to achieve?
The event aimed to amplify the voices of carers and senior leaders across the sector to share insights and shape better support structures for menopausal workers. Our goal was to provide immediate, actionable tips that attendees can apply in their workplaces, as well as gather input to drive future uniform developments that cater specifically to the needs of menopausal staff.
Following the event, key insights will be shared with decision-makers to help them address challenges within the care sector, driving better support and resources for menopausal staff.
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meet our panelists
We are proud to present a distinguished panel of experts, including:
Diane Danzebrink
Founder of Menopause Support
Diane led multiple sessions on the day, demonstrating her energy and passion for the matter. She shared shocking menopause statistics, answered questions from our carers and shared a broad range of free resources with our attendees to enhance the support available across the sector.
Angela Boxall
Chair of Care England / CEO of Majesticare
Angela’s extensive knowledge and experience in the care sector was made very clear with insightful contributions to the panel and conversations she facilitated. She kicked off the day with a fantastic introduction, generating energy in the room that just kept going!
Caren Burton
Chief People Officer of Majesticare
Caren has been leading conversations around menopause within Majesticare. She shared fantastic learnings throughout the event on what changes can be made at company level to facilitate better support – and it doesn’t have to cost the earth!
Naiomi Beaumont-Swindlehurst
Raw Material & R&D Expert
Naiomi got the attendees hands on with fabrics during her interactive session, answering questions from the room about how modern options can work more effectively with common menopause symptoms. She spent the day speaking with carers and sharing her engagement with the topic of better menopause support.
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Special Guest: Diane Danzebrink
Menopause Support is a not for profit community interest company and the home of the national #MakeMenopauseMatter campaign, both founded by Diane Danzebrink.
Diane believes that every woman should have access to factual, evidence based, non biased information, education, advice and emotional support to empower them to take control of their health and well-being during menopause and beyond. Her own experience made her acutely aware of the need for a patient led organisation providing education, information, advice and support and it was this that prompted her to create Menopause Support.
our partnership with Care England
Together, alsico and Care England are driving a crucial conversation about menopause in the care sector. This partnership is dedicated to improving the well-being of the workforce by creating awareness, advocating for better support, and developing practical solutions that enhance the daily lives of carers. By working together, we aim to foster environments where employees feel valued and supported through every stage of their career.
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