A Little More About Us
We are a consultancy and research group. We were founded in 2006 to bring together cutting edge research with practical, real-world approaches for work, health and wellbeing. We partner with our clients to create knowledge, develop solutions and share insights.
Our work
We work collaboratively to design and implement bespoke wellbeing solutions. Take a look at some of the ways we have helped improve work, health and wellbeing.
Our solutions
We partner with clients to discover needs, deliver solutions, embed practices and sustain knowledge in health and wellbeing.
Our research
We conduct research and write guidance for professional bodies, policy makers and organisations. Keep up to date with the our latest research and guidance.
Latest news/blog
Posted: Mon, 13 Jun 2022
'Sustainable Return-To-Work' The Pilot Study
A blog post detailing our exciting new 'Sustainable Return-To-Work' pilot study is now live over on the Engage for Success website.
Based on our IGLOO model (Individual, Group, Leaders, Organisation), the study offers a variety of different resources aimed at employers, managers, and their workers surrounding long-term sick leave and...
Upcoming events
Wed, 06 Jul 2022 - Fri, 08 Jul 2022
15th European Academy of Occupational Health Psychology Conference
Join Dr Jo Yarker and Dr Rachel Lewis at the 15th Annual EA-OHP Conference hosted at the ​University of Bordeaux in France.... Read More »
Thu, 16 Jun 2022
New Research Consortium Masterclass Coming!
On the 16th June, Affinity Health at Work will host our first face-to-face Research Consortium masterclass since 2020 on... Read More »
Sickness Absence and Sustainable Return to Work Pilot
Help us understand what works when it comes to return to work.
We are looking to connect with large organisations in Yorkshire and the Humber to take part in a new pilot study to improve the support and return to work process provided to employees on long-term sick leave and following their return to work.
Funded by the NIHR and in collaboration with Loughborough University, the University of Sheffield, University of Leicester and RDaSH NHS Trust. The study is based on the latest evidence and research from leading workplace health experts across the UK.
CIPD Working with Long COVID
Effecting an estimated 1.3 million people, long COVID poses a significant challenge for individuals and employers. We collaborated with the University of Sheffield, the long covid support group and the CIPD to develop an evidence review and practical guidance for individuals, groups, line managers and organisational professionals.
Working well for a new era
Looking to refresh your wellbeing strategy? Affinity's Research Consortium report, published with IOSH, brings together findings on work wellbeing from five organisations during the COVID-19 pandemic, with ideas for adapting provision to the demands of a new era.
BITC What if your job was good for you?
As Business in the Community's (BITC) Research partner, we delivered the report and literature review in partnership with the BITC Wellbeing Leadership Team and supported by the CIPD.
This report outlines how to achieve good jobs for all, sharing practical steps and case studies on how this can be implemented.
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