When life feels heavy, we are here.
Life in construction can be demanding. Long hours, physical strain, financial pressure and responsibility can all take their toll. When things start to feel overwhelming, Band of Builders is here to support you.
Our wellbeing support offers a safe, confidential space where construction workers and their families can talk, be heard and access practical help. You are not expected to deal with it alone.
Who is wellbeing support for?
Band of Builders provides free, confidential wellbeing support for construction workers and their families when life feels overwhelming. We understand the pressures that come with working in construction and how challenges can build up over time.
Whether you are facing mental health challenges, relationship pressures, financial strain or simply feeling stressed and worn down, our support is here to help you feel heard, supported and less alone.
Our wellbeing services are designed for people experiencing:
- Stress, anxiety or low mood
- Work related pressure and burnout
- Relationship or family difficulties
- Financial worries
- Grief, loss or major life changes
- Addiction or unhealthy coping habits
These challenges do not just affect individuals, they affect families too, which is why our support is also open to loved ones.
Counselling
You can access confidential counselling and associated wellbeing support services, including help with emotional wellbeing, relationships, stress, anxiety, life pressures and difficult situations.
Support can also include guidance around legal information, financial information, consumer issues, career guidance, mediation, health concerns, family matters and other practical stresses that may be affecting your wellbeing.
These services form part of our wider wellbeing support offer, helping you get the right guidance at the right time from trained professionals who understand the pressures faced by construction workers and their families.
Wellbeing
You can access practical help and advice to improve your overall wellbeing, including sleep, stress management, energy levels, general health and building healthier habits.
This part of our wellbeing support programme focuses on building resilience and giving you practical tools to manage day to day pressures, improve your confidence and take back control of your wellbeing.
If things have been building up, reaching out can make a real difference.
To apply for support, please click the button below.
If things are building up, now is the time to talk.
Get Involved with The Big Brew
Talking about mental health in construction is not always easy, but starting a simple conversation can make a real difference.
The Big Brew brings people together across the industry to check in, talk openly and help break the stigma around mental health. Whether it is in your workplace, on site or with colleagues, hosting a Big Brew is a powerful way to show that support is there and no one has to struggle alone.
You can support the Big Brew campaign by:
- Hosting an event
- Attending an event
- Making a donation
- Sharing on socials
By getting involved, you are helping create safer, more supportive workplaces where construction workers feel able to talk and seek help when they need it.
GET INVOLVEDFAQs
Who can access wellbeing support?
Construction workers, their families and dependants can all access our wellbeing support services.
Is the support confidential?
Yes. All counselling and text services are confidential and delivered by trained professionals.
How do I apply?
Simply click the ‘Apply For Wellbeing Support’ button above or email support@bandofbuilders.org.
Is there a cost?
No, all our wellbeing support services are provided free of charge.
Can I use the Text Support Line outside working hours?
Yes. The Text BOB service is available 24/7.
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