EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM
Where to Turn for Assistance
Your Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a valuable benefit provided to you and your family by your union/employer. Perspectives’ EAP is a highly respected organization dedicated to providing you resources and assistance for issues in everyday living. Whether you are looking to gain a new ‘perspective’ on a situation, talk to a professional counselor or simply seek information or resources – we are here to help.
Life isn’t always easy, but with Perspectives’ EAP, getting help or support IS. Perspectives’ EAP is available 24/7. Access to a variety of resources is at your fingertips.
Resources Tailored to Your Individual Needs
ONLINE: Perspectives Online is a convenient way to access a vast and continually refreshed library of articles, self-guided assessments, searchable databases, skill building courses, links, information and resources in the following areas: Parenting, Aging, Balancing, Thriving, Working, Living, and International. MyLifeExpert
OVER THE PHONE: Masters and PhD level EAP counselors are available to answer any questions and/or work with you to locate resources to assist you. (800) 456-6327
IN-PERSON: Counselors will listen and assess your situation in order to develop a plan of action best suited to your needs. When appropriate, this plan may consist of short-term counseling within the EAP. Other times, you may receive a referral to a qualified professional and/or resource for further assistance. To schedule an appointment, call between 8 a.m. and 6 p.m. CST weekdays.
EAP MEMBERSHIP TOOLS & INFO
ADDITIONAL RESOURCES . . .
ADDICTION RESOURCE: Our goal at Addiction Resource is to provide a wealth of information to help better educate people about substance abuse and motivate the ones who may be suffering to seek the support they need. www.addictionresource.com
DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICES: Substance abuse and national mental health statistics are available on this site. www.samhsa.gov
WEB OF ADDICTIONS: Web of Addictions provides factual drug information. This site covers addiction and provides self-help resources by state. www.well.com
NATIONAL COUNCIL OF ALCOHOLISM & DRUG DEPENDENCE: NCADD provides education and advice in the fight against alcoholism and other drug addictions. www.ncadd.org





