Live Well Activities October

LiveWell are currently offering Council employees the opportunity to attend the following sessions –

• Meditation and Soundbath Session
• Mindful Crafting – Decoupage Trinket Trays
• Health Checks
• HR - ‘How To’ – Menopause in the Workplace
• HR - ‘How To’ – Manage Stress & Mental Health in the Workplace
• HR - ‘How To’ – Tools to Support Stress Management & Mental Health in the Workplace

Please see below for dates and times, how to book and more details.

Meditation and Soundbath Experience - book now!

About: A sound bath with facilitator Denise Harvey, is a meditative experience, where the participants are “bathed” in sound waves using a variety of instruments, helping them to relax and increase a sense of wellbeing.
Location: Thursday 15 October session at Honeybee Cottage, 12 Hamilton Street, Saltcoats, KA21 5DS at 4.30pm (please ensure that you arrive at the session 4.25pm at the latest)

Mindful Crafting – Decoupage Trinket Trays - book now!

About: This is a gentle, creative wellbeing session with facilitator Denise Harvey, where participants will decorate their own plant pot using the relaxing art of decoupage. This workshop offers a calm and accessible way to slow down, focus the mind, and enjoy the therapeutic benefits of making something by hand. Participants will be guided step-by-step through the process of choosing papers, layering designs, and creating a unique decorative plant pot to take home.

No previous craft experience is needed, and the session is suitable for complete beginners. The focus is on enjoyment, relaxation, creativity, and connection rather than artistic ability. All materials are provided.

Location: Tuesday 27 October at Honeybee Cottage, 12 Hamilton Street, Saltcoats, KA21 5DS at
4:30pm (please ensure that you arrive at the session 4.25 pm at the latest)

Health Checks - booking details below!

Wednesday 7 October: Cunninghame House Health Check - book now!

Wednesday 28 October: Cunningham House Health Check - book now!

Location: 3rd Floor West Occupational Health rooms, Cunninghame House, Irvine, the waiting room is on the righthand side of the corridor (half-glass door)

About: Each health check will take around 40 minutes and will include lifestyle and weight management advice along with cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood sugar testing and the Boditrax machine (a medically approved body analyser and personal profiler to help manage weight loss, increase energy or fitness levels, boost wellbeing, professional training or medical assessments).

If attending an appointment, the following guidelines will help ensure that your Boditrax analysis is as accurate as possible:-

• TIME OF DAY - It is normal for bodyweight to vary as much as 3-4% in a 24 hour period therefore it is recommended to repeat scans at the same time day. Early morning is not recommended because the body is often dehydrated after a nights sleep.
• EXERCISE - It is recommended to scan at least 3 hours after exercise and 12 hours after vigorous exercise.
• RECENT FOOD INTAKE - After eating a substantial meal it is recommended to wait at least 3 hours before carrying out a scan as stomach contents will add to overall weight.
• DIURETIC INTAKE - To prevent dehydration, alcohol and caffeine in large quantities should be avoided 12 hours prior to scanning.
• FULL BLADDER - It’s recommended all users empty their bladder before scanning.
• JEWELLERY - All jewellery should be removed before scanning.
• MEDICATION - Different medications may cause dehydration or fluid retention which will affect results.
• ILLNESS - Some stomach upsets and diabetes can cause dehydration which will affect results. Swelling from injury or other conditions can also affect composition results.
• MENSTRUATION - Water retention in early part of premenstrual cycle will affect body composition results extra cellular water.
• PREGNANCY - Boditrax is perfectly safe for mother and baby, however it is not recommended during pregnancy.
• FOOTWEAR - Shoes, socks and tights must be removed during the scan. Severe calluses or hard skin on the soles of the feet can also affect the reading.
• AGE RESTRICTION - No under 16’s.

*Please note the health check does not supersede or remove the requirement for employees who are required to have an occupational health check as part of their role.

Online sessions

Wednesday 21 October: ‘How To’ – Menopause in the Workplace Teams Meeting (11am - midday)

About :We are pleased to invite employees and managers to attend our upcoming Menopause in the Workplace webinar. This session aims to help increase understanding of menopause and its impact in the workplace.

We will explore common symptoms, challenge myths and misconceptions, discuss practical workplace support, and highlight the resources and support available across the Council. The session is open to everyone, regardless of age, gender, or role. Whether you are experiencing menopause yourself, supporting a colleague, friend, or family member, managing a team, or simply want to learn more, we encourage you to join us.

Wednesday 28 October: 'How To’ – Manage Stress & Mental Health in the Workplace (11am - midday)

This ‘How To’ session will provide line managers a clear overview of mental health and stress, including common mental health conditions, symptoms and the difference between pressure and stress.

It outlines potential causes of work-related and personal stress, line managers responsibilities, and the impact stress can have on the employees. The session will highlight relevant HR & Health & Safety guidance and outlines the first steps to take when an employee is experiencing poor mental health or stress or has a related period of sickness absence, providing information on the support available within the Council and external services.

Wednesday 4 November: 'How To’ – Tools to Support Stress Management & Mental Health in the Workplace (11am - midday)

This ‘How To’ session helps line managers understand the role of Occupational Health in the context of Mental Health and Stress related concerns, including when and how to make referrals and what to expect from an Occupational Health appointment.

The sessions also provides and an overview of the Stress Risk Assessment process, highlighting the importance of completing the Assessment accurately and in a timely manner. A demonstration of completing a form will be included.

The session also outlines additional support available within the Council, such as the Employee Assistance Programme and relevant HR policies and guidance on Connects, to help managers effectively manage stress in the workplace.

If there are no appointments available, you have the option to add your details to our waiting list for any cancellations or future events.

If you book and are unable to attend, please ensure you cancel your booking by using the Manage Booking options on the original booking confirmation, or email Livewell@north-ayrshire.gov.uk.

As you may know, we operate a waiting list, and this will allow another employee to attend.

Published October 09, 2026