Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - ComPsych® GuidanceResources®
Announcements
Not feeling particularly cheery this time of year? You’re not alone. Many find that the holidays bring as much stress as they do joy. This can be a particularly difficult time for those who are grieving a loss, processing other trauma, or experiencing financial strain. Learn more about strategies and resources to help benefit-eligible State of Delaware employees, retirees, and their families manage holiday stress on the American Psychological Association website or the Behavioral Health/Emotional Wellbeing page (Medicare Pensioners version).
The ComPsych® GuidanceResources® program is a FREE program available exclusively for State of Delaware Group Health Plan non-Medicare members and their dependents. The program offers someone to talk to and resources to consult whenever and wherever you need them. Members can call the toll-free number at 877-527-4742 directly for 24/7 access to a GuidanceConsultant℠, who will answer your questions and, if needed, refer you to a counselor or other resources such as work-life, legal and financial support. You also have access to the website at www.guidanceresources.com (WebID:State of Delaware), mobile app to consult articles, podcasts, videos, webinars, and other helpful tools.
RESOURCES FOR CURRENT EVENTS
- Crisis Toolkit - Resources for dealing with crisis and trauma in the workplace
- How to Respond to Workplace Shootings
- LGBTQIA in the Workplace Toolkit
- Mental Health Resources for Black Americans
- Supporting a Diverse Workforce
- Traumatic Events Resources
- Understanding the Trauma of Racism
- Workplace Violence Prevention and Preparation
- Answering Questions Children have about Tragedy and Violence
- Promoting Acceptance in Children
- Safety Planning with Your Young School-aged Child
- Talking to Kids About Violent Events with Widespread Media Coverage: Short video on helping children cope with violence and disasters
BENEFIT RESOURCES & INFORMATION
Instructions for Joining a Zoom Webinar
- Laughter, Humor and Play to Reduce Stress and Solve Problems - Register to Attend
- Date: Tuesday, December 10, 2024
- Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
- Description: Professional comedians shouldn’t be the only people to use smiling, laughter, humor and play as part of their daily routine. These skills are valuable for everyone. A good smile has long been a key tool for anyone who needs to influence others. Laughter is now shown to improve our pain tolerance. Humor and play can be the building blocks of problem-solving. Together they can improve our happiness and effectiveness.
- Balancing Work and Life - Register to Attend
- Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2024
- Time: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
- Description: Using the philosophy that “those who are happy at home perform better on the job,” this workshop was developed for those who feel burdened with too many responsibilities and without enough time for personal enjoyment. This workshop will help participants explore and define home responsibilities, identify career requirements, and prioritize leisure time. The resulting better balance will help achieve more in one’s career and at home.
The following resources are available to support employees in the workplace. These articles are only a few out of the of thousands available on a wide variety of topics at www.guidanceresources.com (Web ID: State of Delaware).
3rd Quarter EAP Resources
- Back to School: Off to a Good Start
- Digital Detox to Lower Stress
- How to Reduce Your Screen Time
- International Self-Care Day
- National Day for Trust and Reconciliation
- Promoting Independence in Older Adults
- Pros and Cons of Health and Fitness Devices
- Tips for Beating the Summer Sun and Heat
For Manager/Supervisor/Training Administrator Use ONLY
