LASWELL

The Lagos State Employee Wellness Centre — outpatient mental health and social care for the State's civil servants.

LASWELL was established to create an integrated, evidence-based, recovery-oriented service that promotes the resilience and wellbeing of Lagos State Government employees.

Project overview

In a fast-paced working environment, employee mental health matters — not only for wellbeing but for the work itself. LASWELL is a facility dedicated to the mental wellbeing of civil servants working for the Lagos State Government.

We understand that the pressures of work, combined with personal challenges and the hustle of Eko, take a toll. LASWELL provides the tools, resources and support to manage stress, build emotional resilience, maintain a healthy work-life balance, and get access to healthcare facilities for managing chronic mental health conditions.

The aim is a culture of wellbeing where employees feel valued, supported and able to look after themselves. Prioritising mental health improves job satisfaction and productivity, and makes for a more supportive place to work.

Who it's for

Employees of the Lagos State Government

This project focuses on State Government employees. If that isn't you, our other services still apply — the Lagos Lifeline is open to everyone in Lagos, free of charge.

Goals

What LASWELL sets out to achieve

Stronger organisational performance

Improved productivity, reduced absenteeism and better morale across teams.

Higher employee satisfaction

Better wellbeing and job satisfaction, leading to higher engagement and loyalty.

Improved overall wellbeing

Better physical and mental health, less stress, and a better quality of life.

A more supportive workplace

A working environment where people feel able to raise a problem before it becomes a crisis.

Resilience

Effective coping mechanisms and stress management techniques for handling challenges.

Personalised support

Resources and support tailored to individual needs and concerns.

Initiatives

What the centre runs

Mental health training. Regular workshops and seminars on stress management, mindfulness, and coping with strained relationships at work and outside it.
Counselling services. Confidential access to professional counsellors for personal challenges and concerns.
Employee Assistance Programme. A confidential resource for employees seeking support on a range of issues, mental health among them.
Wellness activities. Activities that promote physical and mental wellbeing, including team-building exercises.