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After losing colleagues to suicide, former landscaper Ray trained as a mental health first aider to support contractors under pressure.
This story
Ray worked in landscaping for decades before knee and back trouble led him to become an assessor. After losing colleagues to suicide and seeing trade pressures mount, he trained as a mental health first aider. He now visits around 150 contractors, spotting signs of distress and offering a confidential ear over coffee.
Where you could take it
Shadow Ray on a site visit to see how he checks in with contractors and opens up conversations about pressure.
Where it happens
Essex
The charity
- Charity: Gardeners' Royal Benevolent Society
- Registration number: 5042738