World Mental Health Day on 10 October is a reminder to make time for conversations about mental health, including how we support colleagues working away from home. For businesses arranging accommodation, it is also a chance to ask a simple question: will our team have somewhere they can feel settled, comfortable and able to switch off?
At Week2Week, we believe a home from home feel matters. Whether you are travelling for work yourself or organising a stay for your team, the everyday comforts of your accommodation deserve a place in the planning.
Making room for life after work
Working away can bring new opportunities, but it can also mean missing family, familiar surroundings and the routines that make a day feel manageable. After a busy shift or a long day of meetings, having somewhere welcoming to return to can make a real difference to the experience.
Our apartments offer room to work and relax. Having living space where you can read, watch a favourite programme or catch up with loved ones helps you make time for yourself beyond the working day. For colleagues staying together, choosing the right layout also matters: time together is valuable, and so is space for privacy and rest.
The comfort of cooking your own meals
Sometimes feeling at home starts with something simple: making your usual breakfast or cooking a meal you enjoy. A fully equipped kitchen gives you the freedom to eat at a time that suits your schedule and keep familiar routines while you are away.
It also offers the option of sharing dinner with colleagues, enjoying a quiet evening in and managing your food budget without having to eat out every night.
Time to enjoy your surroundings
A stay away from home should leave room to enjoy the place you are visiting. Through our Week2Week Perks scheme, guests can access selected discounts on wellbeing activities, including swim and gym passes, as well as local attractions and restaurants.
That could mean keeping up a favourite fitness routine, taking a swim after work or enjoying a meal out with colleagues. A local attraction can also give you something to look forward to on a day off. Everyone unwinds differently, so having a choice matters.
Flexible stays with reassurance
Work schedules and project timescales can change. Our flexible stay options allow us to discuss accommodation around your plans, whether you need a shorter visit or an extended base in the North East.
Week2Week is quality accredited with Quality in Tourism and holds its Gold Standard, offering added reassurance when choosing accommodation for yourself or your team. Our local team is here to help you find a suitable apartment and feel welcome throughout your stay.
Putting people first throughout the stay
Thoughtful accommodation is one part of supporting team wellbeing. Regular check-ins, realistic workloads and respecting time away from work matter too. Ask colleagues what would help them feel comfortable, listen to their preferences and keep the conversation going once they arrive.
This World Mental Health Day, let’s give wellbeing a place in every work trip. A comfortable home from home, space to unwind and the freedom to keep familiar routines are practical ways to show your team that their experience matters.
To discuss a stay for you or your team, call 0191 281 3129 or email info@week2week.co.uk.
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