Care England has called on social care providers to improve support for staff experiencing the menopause, warning that a lack of action risks worsening workforce challenges.
Care England has joined forces with Menopause Support a not-for-profit organisation offering 1-1 menopause support for individuals, and awareness training for organisations to launch a powerful new series of educational webinars. In this series, Richard Ayres – Social Care Advisor to Care England, asks a series of essential menopause questions to Menopause Support Founder Diane Danzebrink designed to raise the awareness of the menopause and to support up to one million care workers experiencing the menopause, as well as their colleagues, managers, and employers.
The series explores everything from managing physical and psychological symptoms to the impact of menopause in the workplace, and for those we care for of all ages. The series is aimed at increasing understanding, reducing stigma, and empowering the care sector workforce to create genuine change across the sector, including:
• A five-part webinar series covering symptoms, workplace support, and specialist topics like Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause (GSM), UTIs, and brain health • Access to free 1:1 menopause consultations for care workers facing financial hardship • A comprehensive resource hub including videos, downloadable guidance, and case studies of effective, cost-free employer interventions
Professor Martin Green OBE, Chief Executive of Care England, said:
“Menopause is something we can no longer afford to overlook for both those who work in social care and those we care for. Too many skilled, experienced professionals are leaving the care sector or suffering in silence due to lack of understanding and support. This partnership with Menopause Support is a vital step forward. By equipping care workers, employers, and colleagues with the knowledge and tools they need, we can help retain talent, foster empathy, and create a more inclusive, supportive workforce culture across adult social care.”
Diane Danzebrink, Founder of Menopause Support, said:
“Menopause affects every area of life – physical, psychological, emotional, and social. In the care sector, where the average worker is 45, and over 30% of the workforce are over 50, a significant majority of womens live with the menopause on a daily basis, this issue is both urgent and deeply personal. I’m proud to work with Care England on this much-needed initiative, which offers clear, practical support to both individuals and their employers alike. No one should feel they have to suffer in silence, and we hope these resources will help change lives for the better.”
The webinar series is available to all adult social care providers via the Care England website. Details on how to apply for free 1:1 menopause consultations for those experiencing financial hardship are also available here.
