Today, October 10, is Mental Health Day, with the aim of raising awareness of the importance of mental health and promoting awareness around the world.
In this context, we would like to take this opportunity to explore the WELL certificationa building assessment tool that, through the implementation of different strategies, has as its main objective the well-being and health of the occupants.
According to WHO, health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease.
How does the WELL Certificate contribute to mental health?
WELL certification focuses on 10 key categories, each of which includes a series of measures.
Some of these measures are mandatory and others are optional in order to obtain the certificate.
Among the categories that WELL evaluates is the “MIND” concept , which aims to improve the cognitive and emotional health and well-being of those who live, work, learn and spend time in built spaces.
We spend more than 90% of our time indoors, so the spaces in which we live, work and relax greatly impact our health, well-being and productivity.
The built environment serves as a tool to help mitigate adverse mental health outcomes through policy, programs, and design.
Measures involved in the Mind category
There are many strategies that organizations can adopt to promote mental health.
Some of the characteristics that WELL assesses within the mind concept are:
- Mental health promotion: promoting mental health and well-being through the provision of supportive programs, policies and resources.
- Mental health services: increasing awareness of mental health conditions, as well as offering support services in the workplace.
- Mental health education: promoting mental health awareness and education through the provision of mental health-focused training or education offerings.
- Stress management: identify areas of stress within the workplace and create a stress management plan.
- Restorative opportunities: supporting employee wellness by providing opportunities for recovery and restoration in and outside the workplace.
- Restorative spaces: support access to spaces that promote restoration and relief from mental fatigue or stress.
- Restorative programming: support access to programs that promote restoration and relief from mental fatigue or stress.
- Access to nature: incorporating nature through interior design, exterior design, and access to nearby nature.
Ineria Management and WELL Certification
In a world where our daily lives are increasingly influenced by our built environments, WELL certification represents an important step towards creating spaces that are not only aesthetically pleasing, but also beneficial to our mental health.
At Ineria Management, we understand the importance of creating spaces that promote mental health and well-being.
We have a team of WELL AP accredited consultants who have the experience and knowledge to guide you in obtaining the certificate.
