Acorn Occupational Health Ltd

24/12/2025

🎄 Merry Christmas from everyone at Acorn 🎄

As we wrap up another year, we’d like to say a big thank you to our wonderful clients for your continued support and trust. It’s been a busy and rewarding year, and we’re grateful to work with so many supportive organisations.

A special thank you to our fantastic team for their hard work, care and dedication throughout the year.

We wish you a very Merry Christmas and a happy, healthy New Year. We look forward to working with you again in 2026.

(We’re now off for a well-earned festive break and will be back on 2nd January.) 🎅

23/12/2025

🌟 Happy Retirement, Val! 🌟

Today we’re celebrating a very special milestone as we wish Val a happy and well-earned retirement.

Val was Acorn’s very first nurse and has been a hugely valued part of the team for nearly 20 years. Her knowledge, professionalism and genuine care for the people she’s supported have made a lasting impact, not just on our clients and employees, but on everyone who has had the pleasure of working alongside her.

Val is a much-loved member of the Acorn family, and she will be greatly missed by colleagues and clients alike. We are incredibly grateful for everything she has contributed over the years and for the role she has played in shaping Acorn into what it is today.

Val’s words on her time at Acorn:
"I've really enjoyed my time working at Acorn and watching it grow to how it is now. I remember when I first started and it was just me, Hayley, Isabel and Andy. I didn't think of it at the time but I took quite a big risk joining a new start-up. Looking back, it was the best decision I could've made.
I've loved working with everyone and enjoyed going out to site visiting clients. I will definitely miss the people at Acorn who I have got to know".

From all of us at Acorn, thank you Val - and we wish you every happiness in this exciting next chapter 💐

19/12/2025

💪 Final Fitness Friday - Thank You! 💪

As we wrap up the final Fitness Friday of our year-long challenge, we just want to say a huge thank you to everyone who has supported Team Acorn along the way.

Over the year, our team has walked, run, cycled, swum (and done plenty in between!) - all with one shared goal: raising vital funds for Dementia UK and The MND Association.

Our final totals:
👣 Steps walked: 34,350,944
🚴‍♂️ Miles cycled: 10,460
🏃‍♀️ Miles run: 1,405
🏊‍♂️ Miles swum: 197

💙 Total raised: £945

None of this would have been possible without the encouragement, donations and kind words we’ve received throughout the year, it’s meant more to us than you know.

From everyone at Acorn, thank you for helping us turn movement into something meaningful 💙

17/12/2025

🎯 Planning a Smooth Start to the New Year

As the year comes to a close, now is a great time for managers and HR teams to take stock of any long-term or ongoing cases. Reviewing these before the Christmas break can help ensure the right support and reasonable adjustments are already in place, rather than waiting until issues escalate in January.

Proactive management referrals can provide clear, practical guidance on fitness for work, adjustments, and next steps - helping everyone return after the holidays with clarity and confidence.

A little planning now can make the new year feel far more manageable for both managers and employees.

Get in touch:
📞 01260 277797
📧 website@acornoh.co.uk

09/12/2025

📊 Flu cases are climbing - fast

Before the season peaks, take a look at the latest data from UKHSA:
👉 https://ukhsa-dashboard.data.gov.uk/respiratory-viruses/influenza

If you don’t want your employees to become one of these numbers…now is the time to act.

At Acorn Occupational Health, we’re running flu vaccine clinics both onsite at your workplace and at our Congleton office. Whether you need a full day on-site clinic or just a few appointments for key staff, we can make it easy and accessible.

Why consider vaccinating your team?
• Reduces sickness absence during peak season
• Protects vulnerable employees
• Keeps productivity steady
• Shows you’re proactive about staff wellbeing

Get in touch to book your clinic or arrange individual appointments:
📞 01260 277797
📧 website@acornoh.co.uk

Detailed summary of Influenza in circulation within the UK

04/12/2025

🧣 Checking In vs. Checking Out

As we move into the festive period, it’s common for employees to feel stretched, overwhelmed or emotionally drained. For some, the easiest coping mechanism is to quietly ‘check out’ - becoming withdrawn, less engaged or unusually quiet at work.

But these subtle signs often indicate more than just end-of-year tiredness. They can be early indicators of stress, burnout or underlying mental health concerns that shouldn’t be left until January.

🤝 This is the month to check in.
A simple conversation can make a huge difference. Asking an employee how they’re coping with workload, festive pressures or personal stressors can open the door to support before issues escalate.

If you have concerns, a management referral can provide clear, professional guidance on:
• Whether health factors are affecting performance
• What reasonable adjustments could help
• How to support the employee over the festive period
• Whether counselling or further intervention would be beneficial

If you’d like help understanding how best to support an employee, our team is here to guide you through the referral process.

📞 01260 277797
📧 website@acornoh.co.uk

03/12/2025

COPD affects millions of people worldwide, yet early signs are often missed. Raising awareness can help with early intervention and better support, both medically and in the workplace.

At Acorn Occupational Health, our management referrals can help employers make practical adjustments and support employees living with the condition.

👉 Read our latest blog to learn more about COPD, smoking cessation support, and how we can help: https://www.acornoh.co.uk/news-events/awareness/copd-in-the-workplace-awareness-understanding-and-support/

📞 01260 277797
📧 website@acornoh.co.uk

Read more on COPD In The Workplace. Discover our blog posts which delve into topics within occupational health.

02/12/2025

✨ Festive celebrations at Acorn! ✨

Last week, the Acorn team came together for our Christmas meal, a brilliant evening filled with good food, lots of laughs, and a well-deserved break as we head into the final weeks of the year.🎄

It was a particularly special night as we were also celebrating a retirement party for one of our team members. We’ll be sharing more about this later in the month.

Always lovely to spend time together outside of work and reflect on what has been another busy, meaningful year supporting employers and employees across the UK❤️

28/11/2025

💪 Fitness Friday 💪

Team Acorn have been keeping active as the darker days roll in - from refreshing swims 🏊‍♂️ and muddy autumn hikes 🍂 to horse riding adventures 🐴

Here’s how our totals are looking so far:
👣 Steps walked: 31,097,344
🚴‍♂️ Miles cycled: 10,292
🏃‍♀️ Miles run: 1,310
🏊‍♂️ Miles swum: 197

Every step, pedal and splash is helping us raise vital funds for two incredible charities:
💙 The MND Association
💙 Dementia UK

As we head into the final month of our year-long fundraiser, every bit of support means the world to us. If you’re able to donate, no matter how big or small, it would be truly appreciated and help us finish the year strong.

You can cheer us on or donate here:
👉 https://lnkd.in/eyBa-sDQ
👉 https://lnkd.in/eSx6RENa

20/11/2025

❄️ Winter can be tough on outdoor workers – especially when it comes to skin health.

Cold winds, rain and frequent handwashing can quickly lead to dryness, cracking and discomfort. Our blog, Winter Skin Care for Outdoor Workers, shares simple, practical ways to help protect your team and keep them comfortable throughout the colder months.

👉 Read the full blog here: https://www.acornoh.co.uk/news-events/health-surveillance/winter-skin-care-for-outdoor-workers/

If you’d like advice on supporting your outdoor staff this winter through our workplace health surveillance or wellbeing services, get in touch:
📞 01260 277797
📧 website@acornoh.co.uk

Read more on Winter Skin Care for Outdoor Workers to learn how to prevent/manage skin conditions for your employees.

19/11/2025

🚨 We’re Hiring: Occupational Health Advisor / Nurse (Peripatetic) 🚨

Acorn Occupational Health is looking for an experienced OH Nurse to join our growing team, supporting clients across Merseyside, Cheshire and the North West.

What you’ll be doing:
• Management referrals
• Health surveillance (including HAVS)
• Immunisations & venepuncture
• And more

What we offer:
• £35,000 - £45,000 DOE
• 33 days annual leave
• Paid mileage

If you’re passionate about supporting employee health and want to work with a supportive, SEQOHS-accredited team, we’d love to hear from you.

👉 Apply on Indeed: https://uk.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=f6172a5d3d2bb13d

Acorn Occupational Health Ltd

18/11/2025

🌡️ Flu Alert: This Season Could Be Severe

NHS England has issued a “flu jab SOS”, warning that flu cases are already triple what they were at this time last year, and the worst of the season is still ahead.

With hospitals facing mounting pressure, the message is clear: don’t wait.

✅ At Acorn, we’re ready to help. We offer flu vaccinations for your workforce, enabling you to protect your employees, and your business, through one of the most challenging flu seasons in recent memory.

📢 Why act now?
A major early wave of flu is already underway.
Vaccination is one of the most effective defences for both individuals and organisations.
When flu hits your workforce, absenteeism, productivity loss and cost to the business all rise.

🧑‍💼 For HR and business leaders:
Book workforce flu vaccinations early. Make them accessible. Communicate the urgency.
We’ll support you with onsite or clinic-based options, tailored to your organisation’s needs.

📞 01260 277797
📧 website@acornoh.co.uk