Long-term health conditions are a defining reality of today’s workforce, with approximately 1 in 3 working-age adults in the UK managing a long-term health condition alongside their careers. Organisations that recognise and respond to this are better positioned to reduce presenteeism, increase productivity, retain talent, and create workplaces where people can perform sustainably.
Welcome to get-inclusive
get-inclusive is more than a company - it is a call to action. Founded by Nicki Catterick, with a clear mission to improve the working lives of people living with long-term health conditions. get-inclusive partners with organisations to turn intention into meaningful action. By strengthening understanding, building leadership confidence, and embedding practical support, we help organisations move beyond policy toward genuine inclusion.
Why disclosure still feels risky
For many professionals living with long-term health conditions, disclosure is not a simple decision. It is a calculation.
- Will this change how I am perceived?
- Will this affect my progression?
- Will I be viewed as less capable?
- Will this undermine credibility?
The pressure is rarely explicit
It is subtle, cultural and often unspoken. Research shows that employees with invisible conditions are significantly more likely to experience disclosure anxiety and self-censorship (Business Disability Forum; CIPD). This internal vigilance carries a cost:
- Reduced cognitive bandwidth
- Increased emotional strain
- Higher presenteeism
- Lower engagement
The consequences of feeling unsafe
When individuals feel psychologically unsafe, they minimise.
- They are fearful
- They mask
- They adapt
- They stay silent
The long-term impact of health
Long-term health conditions are not rare or exceptional. They are part of the modern workforce. Without confident leadership capability:
- Managers avoid conversations
- Adjustments are reactive
- Employees disengage quietly
- Productivity is compromised
The current status quo is not working
And yet many organisations firmly believe they are “doing enough.”
get-inclusive exists to bridge the gap between intention and lived reality. Learn how you can improve the workplace for people living with long-term health conditions.
