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From the January 2020 Benefits eNews

From time to time, we are all confronted with everyday life or work difficulties. This is just a reminder that your EAP is available to you and your immediate family members 24/7. Call
1-800-327-1393 or visit magellanascend.com/. To register on the site, enter the program’s toll-free number 1-800-327-1393 on the Registration & Sign In page. From there, you’ll set up a username and password to use for future visits to the site.

What is an Employee Assistance Program?

Your Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a voluntary, confidential service that provides professional counseling and referral services designed to help with personal, job, or family-related problems. Your EAP can help you and your family members identify, resolve, and gain control over issues that may be interfering with work and daily life. Through short-term counseling, the EAP can help you understand what options are available.

What Issues Can the EAP Help Solve? 

  • Stress, Anxiety, and Depression
  • Life Transitions
  • Communication Problems
  • Resolving Conflict
  • Parent-Child Conflicts
  • Child Care Issues
  • Problem Drinking/Illegal Drug Use/Prescription Drug Misuse
  • Coping with Serious Illnesses
  • Managing Anger
  • Workplace Conflict
  • Elder Care Issues
  • Separation and Divorce
  • Domestic Violence/Sexual Harassment
  • Grief and Loss

What Will Using the EAP Cost?

The EAP is an employer-paid benefit. BMC provides the first six visits with a counselor at no cost to you. After that, your visits may be covered by your medical insurance. If a referral to a long-term treatment provider is needed, your EAP counselor will coordinate a referral or provide resources.

Attend a Webinar

Mark your calendar and plan to attend an upcoming EAP monthly Webinar. 

February

Wednesday, February 12 at 1:00 p.m., CST

Mindfulness: The Life-Changing Practice for Living a Happier, Healthier Life

Objectives:

  1. Discover the many benefits of mindfulness
  2. Discuss various practices and programs
  3. Learn how to incorporate mindfulness in your day to day life
  4. Experience the power of being present

March

Wednesday, March 11, at 1:00 p.m., CST

Thriving in a Multigenerational Workforce

Objectives:

  1. Describe the five generations currently in the workplace
  2. Learn how each generation impacts the workplace
  3. Identify tips to help you navigate the multigenerational workforce