What you’ll find on the Online Community
Our Online Community is a friendly space for Benenden Health members, and thousands of you are already active online sharing, reading and getting involved. You'll find everything from service guidance and health tips to feedback opportunities and everyday conversations. Not sure what to expect before you log on?
Here are some examples:
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Why we have an Online Community
The Online Community benefits both members and Benenden Health in a number of ways. Examples of how, and direct quores from our wonderful members' with feedback on the platform can be read below.
Get tips, advice or guidance in a way that suits you
You can get clear, practical guidance in a few clicks – whenever and however suits you.Hear from people who've been there
You can access peer support, reassurance and hear others' experiences, all as part of the Online Community experience.Have a real say
Share your ideas and feedback that can help influence what we improve next.Know what's changing
You get to stay updated on service changes and what they mean for you.Feel part of it
Join a friendly space that connect you with other members.
Better decisions, faster
We can gain member insight which helps us test ideas, learn and improve.More representative voices
We're keen to hear from a wider mix of members which helps us make fairer, better‑informed decisions for the whole Society, representing our diverse membership.Smarter use of resources
Insights from our member community helps us to prioritise what matters most to you.Stronger community
Getting our members talking with each other helps to bring them, and us, together to create a positive, supportive community focused on improving their health and wellbeing positive culture across the Society.
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Who can get involved?
Great news, if you're a member aged 16 or over, you can use the Online Community today!
How to access our Online Community
Whether you pop in to have a read through posts, ask a quick question or stay to connect with others, you're always welcome in the Online Community.
First time here?
You'll need a My Benenden Account to access the Online Community. If you've already got a My Benenden Account, but you're accessing for the Online Community for the first time, you just need to follow these simple steps:
Visit www.benenden.co.uk/login
Click MyBenenden login and enter your MyBenenden email and password to log in to the website.
Once logged in, click the Online Community tab on the top right of the page (It's three lines in the top right corner if on a tablet or mobile).
You will be asked to create a username and you're good to go!
Top tips for your username
Why not have some fun with it and focus your account username on a hobby or nickname? Don't use your membership number though! We can't wait for you to join us. Whether your vibe is more 'YogaDreamer92', 'FootieFan' or 'PollyThePoet'.
Don't have a My Benenden account yet?
Don't worry, you can set up a My Benenden account by following the steps below. All you need is your email address and your membership number to get set up.
Visit www.benenden.co.uk/login.
Click My Benenden login and select Create Account located at the bottom of the page.
Follow the onscreen instructions.
Once in, click the Online Community tab on the top right of the page (It's three lines in the top right corner if on a tablet or mobile).
You will be asked to create a username and you're good to go.
Top tips for your profile picture
Adding a profile picture is optional but recommended, so why not have a think ahead of time what you might use? You could go with a good old selfie, or even your pet, a landscape or whatever makes you smile! (Just keep it ‘family-friendly').
Already good to go?
If you're stuck with any part of this process, please don't hesitate to email us at: engage@benenden.co.uk.