Progress Comes Together for Brew Monday

Sometimes, the simplest things make the biggest difference. 

Today and for the rest of the week, colleagues across Progress are marking Brew Monday by doing just that, pausing, putting the kettle on, and taking a few minutes to connect. From homes and services to head office and virtual Teams rooms, mugs were raised, biscuits were dunked, and conversations flowed on Monday with plans to continue for the rest of the week. 

Brew Monday is a positive initiative created by Samaritans as a counterpoint to the idea of “Blue Monday”. Rather than focusing on the notion of a single gloomy day in January, Brew Monday encourages something far more meaningful, checking in with one another, sharing a warm drink, and making space for honest conversation during the winter months. 

Across Progress, teams are embracing the spirit of the week in their own way. On Monday, some hosted short daily brew breaks, others dropped into virtual cuppas, and many took a quiet ten minutes together between busy shifts. What united them all was the same simple intention, connection. 

The photos shared tell the story better than words ever could, smiles behind mugs, favourite cups on display, and that unmistakable sense of togetherness that comes from feeling seen and supported. Whether it was a quick catch up or a longer chat, every brew break is a reminder that wellbeing is not about grand gestures. It is about showing up for one another. 

At Progress, we know that meaningful conversations matter, for our colleagues as much as for the people we support. Brew Monday is a gentle but powerful reminder that sometimes all it takes to start one is a kettle, a cup, and a moment of time. 

And the message does not end here. If you or someone you know needs support, Samaritans are available 24/7 on 116 123, free of charge. 

Thank you to everyone who took part today, shared a photo, or simply checked in with a colleague. Let’s keep making space to connect this week and beyond, one cuppa at a time.