Testimonials

Testimonials from employers

"Being part of the Cook Well, Work Well pilot programme provided a great opportunity for Derby Hospitals to work in partnership with other organisations, and for Trust staff to get involved in an educational programme that was both fun and interactive.

I know from speaking with colleagues that they've made some positive changes with regard to their own nutrition and healthy eating.  A couple of members of staff have integrated some of the information gathered from the programme into their own patient education programmes.  These are positive outcomes both for staff and patient health improvement."

Vanessa Edwards, Health Promotion Coordinator, Derby Hospitals

Feedback from participants

"Cook Well, Work Well has helped me massively and I am on the way (lost 3/4 stone!)... I will continue to promote Let's Get Cooking at every opportunity"

(British Gas staff member)

"I have been using some of the recipes with patients and lots of members of staff have taken copies of these recipes.  I am also able to talk to patients about the importance of a healthy life style and give them some of the handouts to back this up.  I am still trying to drink more water at work (not always successfully) and walking more instead of taking the car.  It has been one of the best courses I have been on for practical and informative education.  Thanks for organising this."

(Derby Hospital staff member)

"I now have a better awareness of portion sizes and food values on processed foods.  I feel I have more energy and have joined an exercise class.  My concentration is much better."

(Derby Hospital staff member)