Wellbeing and personal support
A private first conversation for members who are struggling, together with practical signposting where a specialist service would be more appropriate.
Free mental health training
Support available
Start with what would make a practical difference.
Support is considered individually. The examples below explain the main areas in which the Foundation may be able to offer assistance, guidance or signposting.
Hardship and unexpected circumstances
Exceptional requests arising from sudden financial pressure, family circumstances or a short-term crisis may be considered subject to evidence and available resources.
Education and professional development
Guidance or potential assistance where cost or personal circumstances are creating a genuine barrier to relevant study, training or professional progression.
Employment transition
Practical direction for members affected by redundancy, unemployment or a return to work, including signposting towards relevant opportunities and services.
Family circumstances
Consideration of situations where a member’s work, wellbeing or immediate stability has been affected by exceptional family circumstances.
Not sure where your request fits?
Choose “Other support” on the application form and explain the situation briefly. The team will tell you whether the Foundation is an appropriate route.
What to expect
Support is considered - not automatically awarded.
The Foundation has limited resources and must consider applications responsibly. An application does not create an entitlement to a grant, payment or any particular form of assistance.
We may ask for:
- confirmation of ACQP membership or your connection with ACQP;
- a short explanation of what has happened and what help is being requested;
- reasonable supporting information where financial assistance is being considered;
- permission to discuss an appropriate alternative or specialist service.
Information you should not send
Please do not use the website form to send bank details, card information, passwords, full medical records or identity documents. If further evidence is needed, the team will explain a suitable way to provide it.