Responding to People at Risk for Suicide

Responding to People at Risk for Suicide

Responding to people at risk for suicide is never easy. But you can be prepared by knowing who to contact in your workplace if a co-worker is in distress or suicidal. Your Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and HR department are the appropriate first points of contact....
Suicide Warning Signs & Risk Factors

Suicide Warning Signs & Risk Factors

Unfortunately, suicide is a common occurrence. Every 12 minutes, someone passes away from suicide, making it the 10th leading cause of death in the U.S. This startling reality has only increased over time. The month of September is Suicide Prevention and Awareness...
Mental Health Month Tips

Mental Health Month Tips

Take Care of Your Mental Health Throughout Mental Health Awareness Month! Throughout this month, embrace the idea of total well-being – when you care for both your physical and mental health, you can achieve optimal health and well-being, as one affects the other....
Alcohol Awareness

Alcohol Awareness

Employee & Family Resources is an experienced and trusted resource for addiction assessment and substance abuse treatment. Our Prevention Team shares important information about alcohol use and abuse during Alcohol Awareness Month. In our global culture, alcohol...
Unplug to Recharge

Unplug to Recharge

As winter gives way to spring, now is a great time to unplug from the incessant distraction of our devices and connect with each other. Our Wellness Expert, Johanna Dunlevy, share some tips on disconnecting to reconnect and make better use of your time. Plugging In:...
Launch a Workplace Gambling Policy

Launch a Workplace Gambling Policy

One way to create a supportive atmosphere at your business is to consider implementing a Gambling in the Workplace Policy. This addresses potential issues of concern regarding workplace gambling but also provides a safeguard to employees struggling with their...
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