The Washington State Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a free, confidential program created to promote public service employees’ health, safety, and well-being.
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As we enter May, the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is sharing the following resources to support employee, family, and workplace well-being.
This month, the EAP is featuring the following:
• Information about EAP events and webinars, including expanded *live* offerings
• Resources to support everyone at home and work. May marks Mental Health Awareness Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness, promoting understanding, and reducing stigma surrounding mental health issues in the workplace and beyond.
During this month, organizations have a unique opportunity to prioritize employee well-being, foster a supportive culture, and provide resources for mental health education and support.
Through their Work/Life website this month, EAP offers resources to help us learn more about taking care of our mental health and developing effective strategies to maintain a healthy and strong mind to support our overall well-being.
Please check out:
Balancing Act-Strategies for Mental Health
To access these sessions go to the Work/Life website. In the “Organization code” text box, enter “BC,” then click the “Login” button.
The EAP is available for you, your families, and your organization. Please don’t hesitate to contact them at 1-877-313-4455 or online for support for yourself or support with an employee or organizational concern (https://des.wa.gov/services/employee-assistance-program/supervisors). EAP provides short-term, solution-focused counseling services that are easy to access. Your benefit includes up to 3 sessions per concern and covers all household adults. EAP can also be used multiple times yearly if you have a new concern. Concerns for which EAP offers support include:
• Workplace concerns
• Grief and loss
• Interpersonal conflicts
• Addiction and recovery
• Anxiety, depression, or trauma
• Stress management
• Mental wellness
• Parenting or eldercare support
Last Updated May 1, 2024