Your stories
Everyone goes through challenges, but you don’t have to face those challenges alone. See what a difference it makes to have some support from your Foothold community.
You're not alone
You might feel like you’re alone – but you’re not. Your Foothold community is here for you. See how we’ve supported other members of the community through their challenges.
Simon’s story of support during the coronavirus pandemic
Find out how we supported Simon and his family when their income disappeared overnight during the coronavirus pandemic.
Molly’s story of getting counselling support
Find out how we supported Molly with counselling after a separation from her partner.
Sharon’s story of becoming a carer for her family
Find out how we supported Sharon and her family when she cared for her husband after a cancer diagnosis.
Alan’s story of overcoming serious illness
Find out how we supported Alan and his family after an illness until he was ready to return to work.
Blog
6 steps to optimising your mental wellbeing
This Men's Health Awareness Month, we’re proud to introduce this advice-packed blog from UK charity Mates in Mind.
The weight of responsibility: supporting the next generation of engineers
We spoke with Engineers Without Borders UK about the pressure and responsibility of entering engineering to address global challenges.
Autumn wellbeing
The northern hemisphere’s autumn season is underway and we explore ways that you can improve your wellbeing this autumn.