Pharmacist Support has launched a Walk for Wellbeing campaign and wants the pharmacists to take part in large numbers.
The independent charity for pharmacists and their families, wants to use this campaign to tackle loneliness among pharmacists and raise funds for its free and confidential support services.
From short local strolls to bigger challenges, Walk for Wellbeing invites pharmacy professionals, students, friends, and families to organise walks in their communities.
Participants can sign up via the charity’s website to access a downloadable fundraising pack, interactive wellbeing tools, and tips for setting up a JustGiving page.
This campaign is in response to the findings from the charity’s joint 2024 Workforce Wellbeing Survey with the RPS.
The study found that 70 percent of pharmacy professionals felt lonely or isolated, 35 percent reported poor or very poor mental health, and 87 percent were at high risk of burnout.
Pharmacist Support chief executive Danielle Hunt said, “Pharmacists work tirelessly to support their communities—but many feel isolated when carrying out their role.”
“This campaign is about bringing people together, sparking meaningful conversations, and funding the services people turn to when they’re struggling,” she added.
The campaign will begin in September with a flagship joint wellbeing walk, hosted in partnership with the Pharmacists’ Defence Association (PDA).
As a major supporter of the charity, both through funding and far-reaching advocacy, the PDA continues to play a vital role in helping Pharmacist Support raise awareness and deliver its services to those who need them most.
“The PDA has been an incredible partner to the charity standing alongside us to champion the wellbeing of our pharmacy family,” Hunt said.
Pharmacy Support provides confidential advice and support with issues relating to stress and wellbeing, welfare, addiction and finance.
