Many of us face painful, challenging personal problems at some point in our lives. Fortunately, your labor union offers a program that can greatly help us during difficult times.

The Employee Assistance Program – EAP offers free, professional, confidential help for employees and their families when a personal problem develops.

We all have ups and downs. It’s not always easy to decide when to ask for help.
Your EAP representative can help you determine whether you need to take action. Remember, it’s better to deal with a problem before it becomes overwhelming.

Ask yourself these questions.

• Do I think about the problem frequently or, am I always worried about the same thing?

• Am I just telling myself the problem “isn’t that bad and it’ll just go away,” but it doesn’t?

• Do I feel tired, frustrated, depressed, angry, or sick?

• Is my job performance or dependability being affected?

• Do I feel like giving up?

Your EAP staff will work with you to find a resource that most appropriately addresses your situation, and to develop a plan of action to meet your needs.

The EAP representative will also follow up with you to ensure that you are getting the help you need and that you are satisfied with the referral.

The IAM/EAP representative can assist with a referral to a mental health professional or resource when a member may experience a range of personal problems.

• Depression / Anxiety
• Grief & Loss
• Alcohol / Drug Dependence • Gambling
• Addictive Behavior
• Sexual Abuse
• Divorce
• Debt Management
• Elder Care
• Trauma Reactions
• Domestic Violence
• Eating Disorders
• Child / Teen Conduct
• Marital Relationships

The services of the EAP itself are free.

If referral to a community service provider is necessary, your EAP representative will work with you to make effective use of health insurance benefits.

Collaborative, honest, and straightforward. We're here to guide the process, bring ideas to the table, and keep things movingThe program is voluntary and confidential. (There are rare exceptions to confidentiality required by the laws of your community).

You are in control of the course of action you decide to take. Your EAP staff will work with you to find a course of action that works for your situation..

Help is available not only through your union, but also through a program provided by the Company. Union Members may seek assistance from either EAP.