The launch comes in direct response to evidence of increasing financial pressures within the profession. In the charity’s latest workforce wellbeing survey with the RPS, 47% of respondents reported that financial pressures are negatively impacting their health and wellbeing. Alongside this, Pharmacist Support has seen an 82% increase in grants awarded between 2020 and 2024 — clear signs of a rising need for financial support across the sector.
“The connection between financial health and overall wellbeing is undeniable,” said Danielle Hunt, Chief Executive of Pharmacist Support. “We’ve listened to our pharmacy family, and this new offer is a direct response to what we’re hearing. It’s designed to provide real, practical support that not only builds financial confidence but also helps people feel less isolated in their struggles.”
Developed in collaboration with Alan and Katie Donegan, founders of the Rebel Finance School, the new workshop introduces the important role financial health plays in overall wellbeing. Through the Wellbeing Learning Platform, participants also gain access to the Rebel Finance School’s full course – an engaging, jargon-free programme focused on empowering people to take control of their money. Having reached financial independence in 2019, Alan and Katie now dedicate their time to helping others build financial resilience.
“No-one teaches you how to manage your money, optimise your pensions or take control of your finances” said The Donegans. “We’re excited to partner with Pharmacist Support to make this free, life-changing content available to the pharmacy community who do so much to support us all with our health.”
Rebel Finance for Pharmacists: Your Path to Financial Freedom offers:
- Practical education on budgeting, saving, debt and investing
- Tools to reduce financial stress and improve overall wellbeing
- Real-world strategies for pharmacists at every stage of their career
The course is open to pharmacy students, trainees, pharmacists and retirees across Great Britain.
“This is about creating long-term change,” said Hunt. “It’s about building financial confidence as part of a broader picture of wellbeing.”