Local Businesses Supporting Mental Health: How You Can Get Involved
Creating healthier workplaces has never been more important. Across Paignton, Torbay, and the wider South Devon community, many employers are recognising that mental wellbeing is closely linked to staff performance, retention, and overall workplace culture. Corporate mental health support in Devon is becoming a priority, and local organisations are increasingly looking for meaningful ways to contribute to better outcomes for their teams and their wider communities.
The Devon Clinic works at the heart of this effort. As a community interest company, the Clinic provides counselling and holistic therapies designed to be accessible, affordable, and delivered with care. Support is offered on a pay what you can basis so no one is turned away due to financial difficulty. Local businesses play a crucial role in helping sustain this provision. Every partnership, every sponsored event, and every donation directly strengthens access to mental health support for people across Devon.
If your organisation is looking for ways to make a difference, there are several ways to get involved.
Support the 24 in 26 Challenge Walk
One of the most impactful opportunities for local businesses is to sponsor or support the Clinic’s major 2026 fundraising challenge. Support The Devon Clinic’s 24 in 26 Challenge, a 100 kilometre twenty four hour walk from Westward Ho to Paignton across Dartmoor. This event raises essential funds that help provide affordable counselling for individuals and families who may otherwise struggle to access support. Sponsorship provides businesses with a meaningful way to align themselves with a local mental health charity while raising awareness among customers, employees, and partners.
Corporate sponsors can contribute in several ways. Some choose to make financial contributions. Others promote the challenge through their networks, encourage staff involvement, or offer practical support such as refreshments, branded apparel, or transportation. Every contribution helps strengthen a community wide effort. Businesses can view the fundraising campaign here: https://www.justgiving.com/campaign/walk-devon.
Backing this walk is not only a generous act but also an opportunity to demonstrate leadership, purpose, and commitment to social responsibility. It shows staff and clients that your organisation values wellbeing and is willing to support something that genuinely benefits people across South Devon.
Partner with The Devon Clinic to Support Your Workforce
Another way for businesses to get involved is through the Clinic’s workplace wellbeing partnerships. These partnerships give employers a structured and compassionate way to support the mental health of their teams. A recent example is Empire Services SW, who partnered with The Devon Clinic CIC so staff could access confidential counselling and workplace wellbeing check ins. Their team now receives a wellbeing Q and A, an optional one to one MOT either in person or via Zoom, and the chance to complete an anonymous workplace assessment. This helps the business understand what is working well and where improvements could be made.
This service is open to all employers across Paignton, Torbay, and South Devon. It is designed to help businesses build environments where staff feel supported and heard. For many workplaces, this becomes an important part of their culture. It shows that staff wellbeing is not simply something spoken about but something actively supported through professional provision.
Whether you are a small business wanting to offer employees someone to talk to or a larger organisation looking to embed wellbeing into your systems and processes, a partnership with The Devon Clinic gives you access to experienced practitioners and a clear structure of support.
Make a Corporate Donation and Support Affordable Counselling
Donations from local businesses play a significant role in widening access to counselling and holistic therapies at the Clinic. Even small contributions help subsidise sessions for individuals who might otherwise be unable to seek help. Mental health support becomes more accessible when the burden is shared across the community.
Corporate donations also offer a financial benefit. Limited companies receive tax relief when making qualifying charitable donations. These contributions are treated as an allowable expense which reduces total profits before Corporation Tax is calculated. This means businesses can support a local mental health charity while also making a financially efficient choice.
If you would like to contribute directly, you can do so at any time. The donations page can be accessed here: https://devonclinic.co.uk/donations.
Giving in this way enables The Devon Clinic to continue its mission of breaking down barriers to support. Donations help cover counselling hours, practitioner costs, and community wellbeing projects. Every contribution has a direct and meaningful impact.
Encourage Your Team to Engage in Community Wellbeing Initiatives
Some businesses prefer to get involved through staff engagement. Encouraging your team to participate in wellbeing events, awareness campaigns, or volunteer opportunities creates a shared sense of purpose. It can also help employees feel more connected to their local community.
Supporting mental health through community events can be particularly rewarding. Staff may choose to join fundraising activities, take part in mental health awareness sessions, or work with the Clinic on tailored wellbeing initiatives. When staff feel part of something meaningful, morale improves and the workplace becomes a more positive environment.
The Clinic welcomes conversations about creative ways for businesses to contribute. Whether you want to support a single event or explore ongoing involvement, the team can help shape something that aligns with your organisation’s values.
A Stronger Community through Shared Responsibility
Mental health is not an isolated issue. It affects workplaces, families, and entire communities. When businesses choose to get involved, the impact is multiplied. Corporate mental health support in Devon helps ensure that those who need help receive it without delay. It creates safer workplaces and contributes to a healthier South Devon.
Whether you choose to sponsor the challenge walk, form a wellbeing partnership, make a donation, or find another way to help, your involvement matters. Local businesses play a vital role in sustaining affordable support and ensuring people across Paignton, Torbay, and the wider region have somewhere to turn.
If your organisation would like to discuss getting involved, email reception@devonclinic.co.uk or Visit our website at https://devonclinic.co.uk.