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Well-being Programs

Our webinars and support groups are open to all employees and professional staff from Mass General Brigham entities, IHP Students, and immediate family household members.
If you are having trouble registering for any of our webinars, please call us at 866-724-4327.

Success with Stress - Yoga & Meditation

Enjoy a 15 minutes relaxation exercise, a 30 minute yoga class at your desk or follow along with one of the previously recorded sessions.

All of our meditation or movement practices can be conveniently done anywhere you can safely connect to Zoom.

EAP - Yoga Where You Are: 30 Minutes of Yoga at your Desk Register Now!
10/17/2023
12:00 pm — 12:30 pm
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30-minutes of yoga you can do from your chair. Stretch your tight muscles and ease your busy mind wherever you are.

Presented by Lisa Goss Staffiere, LICSW, CEAP, Senior EAP Consultant, Yoga Teacher.

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EAP - Yoga Where You Are: 30 Minutes of Yoga at your Desk
October 17, 2023 12:00 pm — 12:30 pm More

30-minutes of yoga you can do from your chair. Stretch your tight muscles and ease your busy mind wherever you are.

Presented by Lisa Goss Staffiere, LICSW, CEAP, Senior EAP Consultant, Yoga Teacher.

Relax and Recharge - A self-acceptance mediation Register Now!
10/26/2023
12:00 pm — 12:15 pm
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This classic mindfulness practice involves learning to accept the present as it is and help anchor ourselves peacefully in the moment.

Presented by Elizabeth Petegorsky, LICSW, EAP Consultant

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Relax and Recharge - A self-acceptance mediation
October 26, 2023 12:00 pm — 12:15 pm More

This classic mindfulness practice involves learning to accept the present as it is and help anchor ourselves peacefully in the moment.

Presented by Elizabeth Petegorsky, LICSW, EAP Consultant

EAP - Relax and Recharge: A Gratitude Meditation Register Now!
11/15/2023
12:00 pm — 12:15 pm
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Take some time to relax and appreciate the blessings of the season during this uplifting webinar.
Presented by Yohanna Okoli, LMHC, EAP Consultant

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EAP - Relax and Recharge: A Gratitude Meditation
November 15, 2023 12:00 pm — 12:15 pm More

Take some time to relax and appreciate the blessings of the season during this uplifting webinar.
Presented by Yohanna Okoli, LMHC, EAP Consultant

EAP - Relax and Recharge: Grounding Techniques for Holiday Season Stress Register Now!
12/05/2023
12:00 pm — 12:15 pm
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A chance for 15 minutes of calm during the the extra stress of the Holidays.
Presented by
Shira Davis, LICSW, CEAP, Senior EAP Consultant

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EAP - Relax and Recharge: Grounding Techniques for Holiday Season Stress
December 5, 2023 12:00 pm — 12:15 pm More

A chance for 15 minutes of calm during the the extra stress of the Holidays.
Presented by
Shira Davis, LICSW, CEAP, Senior EAP Consultant

EAP - Yoga Where You Are: 30 Minutes of Yoga at your Desk Register Now!
12/12/2023
12:00 pm — 12:30 pm
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30-minutes of yoga you can do from your chair. Stretch your tight muscles and ease your busy mind wherever you are.

Presented by Lisa Goss Staffiere, LICSW, CEAP, Senior EAP Consultant, Yoga Teacher.

Register Now!
EAP - Yoga Where You Are: 30 Minutes of Yoga at your Desk
December 12, 2023 12:00 pm — 12:30 pm More

30-minutes of yoga you can do from your chair. Stretch your tight muscles and ease your busy mind wherever you are.

Presented by Lisa Goss Staffiere, LICSW, CEAP, Senior EAP Consultant, Yoga Teacher.

EAP - Relax and Recharge: A lake-side mediation Watch Now!
07/25/2023
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Take 15 minutes for this gentle, guided meditation inspired by a relaxing lakeside during a warm Summer’s Day.
Presented by Kim Smith LCMHC, EAP Consultant

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EAP - Relax and Recharge: A lake-side mediation
July 25, 2023 More

Take 15 minutes for this gentle, guided meditation inspired by a relaxing lakeside during a warm Summer’s Day.
Presented by Kim Smith LCMHC, EAP Consultant

EAP - Relax and Recharge through Laughter Watch Now!
06/28/2023
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View this webinar for a light-hearted exercise that explores the relaxing effects of laughter.

Presented by Shira Davis, LICSW, CEAP, Senior EAP Consultant

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EAP - Relax and Recharge through Laughter
June 28, 2023 More

View this webinar for a light-hearted exercise that explores the relaxing effects of laughter.

Presented by Shira Davis, LICSW, CEAP, Senior EAP Consultant

EAP - Relax and Recharge: Progressive Muscle Relaxation Watch Now!
03/22/2023
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Join one of our EAP team to learn about your body’s response to stress. Follow along to identify points of tension and how to gently relax them.
Presented by Kimberly Smith, LCMHC, EAP Consultant

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EAP - Relax and Recharge: Progressive Muscle Relaxation
March 22, 2023 More

Join one of our EAP team to learn about your body’s response to stress. Follow along to identify points of tension and how to gently relax them.
Presented by Kimberly Smith, LCMHC, EAP Consultant

EAP - Webinar 30 Minute Yoga at your Desk Watch Now!
07/03/2023
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A relaxing 30-minute chair yoga practice to stretch your tight muscles and ease your busy mind.

Presented by Lisa Goss Staffiere, LICSW, CEAP, Senior EAP Consultant.

Watch Now!
EAP - Webinar 30 Minute Yoga at your Desk
July 3, 2023 More

A relaxing 30-minute chair yoga practice to stretch your tight muscles and ease your busy mind.

Presented by Lisa Goss Staffiere, LICSW, CEAP, Senior EAP Consultant.

Taking Care of You - Sleep, Resilience, Combatting Stress & Keeping Yourself Healthy

In theory, we all know the things we need to do to take care of ourselves. However, sometimes we can’t break unhealthy patterns or don’t know the right path to minimize stress and maximize health, mentally, physically and emotionally. Below are some webinars for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and maintaining your self-care.

How to Improve your Sleep - Presented by John Winkelman, MD, PhD Register Now!
10/10/2023
12:00 pm — 1:00 pm
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This 60 minute session focuses on questions about sleep disturbance, the relationships of sleep to mental health, physical health, and the best approaches to improve your sleep. This webinar will include time for a Q&A with Dr. Winkelman.

Presented by John Weyl Winkelman, M.D., Ph.D. Chief, Sleep Disorders Clinical Research Program, Department of Psychiatry MGH & Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School.

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How to Improve your Sleep - Presented by John Winkelman, MD, PhD
October 10, 2023 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm More

This 60 minute session focuses on questions about sleep disturbance, the relationships of sleep to mental health, physical health, and the best approaches to improve your sleep. This webinar will include time for a Q&A with Dr. Winkelman.

Presented by John Weyl Winkelman, M.D., Ph.D. Chief, Sleep Disorders Clinical Research Program, Department of Psychiatry MGH & Professor of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School.

EAP Webinar - Stress, Resiliency and Compassion Fatigue Watch Now!
02/01/2023
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Sixty-minute session led by EAP clinicians, geared towards helping healthcare workers recover from feelings of exhaustion, frustration, anger and depression. Also helpful for employees experiencing Secondary Traumatic Stress – a negative feeling driven by fear and work-related trauma.

Presented by Kimberly Smith LCMHC, EAP Consultant

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EAP Webinar - Stress, Resiliency and Compassion Fatigue
February 1, 2023 More

Sixty-minute session led by EAP clinicians, geared towards helping healthcare workers recover from feelings of exhaustion, frustration, anger and depression. Also helpful for employees experiencing Secondary Traumatic Stress – a negative feeling driven by fear and work-related trauma.

Presented by Kimberly Smith LCMHC, EAP Consultant

Parenting

Parenting is a very rewarding experience, but there are times when any parent may want to seek guidance on issues related to raising children. Below are some educational webinars and support groups that tackle parenting topics.

EAP - Monthly Moms' Virtual Support Group Register Now!
10/11/2023
12:00 pm — 1:00 pm
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Monthly Zoom meetings (12:00pm, every 2nd Wed)  allowing mothers to share and learn with their colleagues, no matter the age of their children. During each session, experts share information, leaving time for questions and discussion. Participants are welcome to join the session as their schedule allows.

If you’re interested in joining a session, or receiving more information about the Mothers’ Group, please email Joan Sapir: jsapir@partners.org.

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EAP - Monthly Moms' Virtual Support Group
October 11, 2023 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm More

Monthly Zoom meetings (12:00pm, every 2nd Wed)  allowing mothers to share and learn with their colleagues, no matter the age of their children. During each session, experts share information, leaving time for questions and discussion. Participants are welcome to join the session as their schedule allows.

If you’re interested in joining a session, or receiving more information about the Mothers’ Group, please email Joan Sapir: jsapir@partners.org.

Monthly Moms’ Next Step Group - (Confidential, Divorce and Separation Support) Register Now!
10/03/2023
12:00 pm — 1:00 pm
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Monthly Zoom meetings (12:00pm, every 1st Tuesday of the month)
A virtual support group for moms who are divorced or are in the middle of separation and divorce. Meetings, which attendees view as confidential, occasionally include experts—attorneys, mental health professionals, EAP staff—and most often are devoted to sharing, mutual support, and problem solving.

TO REGISTER
For more information and to be added to the group, please email Joan Sapir via jsapir@partners.org.

Register Now!
Monthly Moms’ Next Step Group - (Confidential, Divorce and Separation Support)
October 3, 2023 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm More

Monthly Zoom meetings (12:00pm, every 1st Tuesday of the month)
A virtual support group for moms who are divorced or are in the middle of separation and divorce. Meetings, which attendees view as confidential, occasionally include experts—attorneys, mental health professionals, EAP staff—and most often are devoted to sharing, mutual support, and problem solving.

TO REGISTER
For more information and to be added to the group, please email Joan Sapir via jsapir@partners.org.

EAP Webinar - Off to a Good Start: Breastfeeding your Baby Watch Now!
03/14/2023
12:00 pm — 1:00 pm
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Studies show that breastfeeding decreases illness in infants and reduces health risks in mothers. This 60 minute presentation will provide expectant parents with the skills to establish good breastfeeding techniques and avoid potential difficulties. Learn what to expect in the first weeks and how to optimize your infant’s nutrition.

Presented by Sarah McNamara, IBCLC, CLE

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EAP Webinar - Off to a Good Start: Breastfeeding your Baby
March 14, 2023 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm More

Studies show that breastfeeding decreases illness in infants and reduces health risks in mothers. This 60 minute presentation will provide expectant parents with the skills to establish good breastfeeding techniques and avoid potential difficulties. Learn what to expect in the first weeks and how to optimize your infant’s nutrition.

Presented by Sarah McNamara, IBCLC, CLE

EAP Webinar - Working and Breast/chestfeeding Watch Now!
04/18/2023
12:00 pm — 1:00 pm
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Studies show that breastfeeding reduces health care costs, and also reduces the amount of time new parents miss from work. This 60 minute presentation will provide expectant and nursing employees with information on how to maintain breastfeeding when returning to work. Topics will include choosing a breast pump, storing breast milk, and employee lactation services.

Presented by Sarah McNamara, IBCLC, CLE

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EAP Webinar - Working and Breast/chestfeeding
April 18, 2023 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm More

Studies show that breastfeeding reduces health care costs, and also reduces the amount of time new parents miss from work. This 60 minute presentation will provide expectant and nursing employees with information on how to maintain breastfeeding when returning to work. Topics will include choosing a breast pump, storing breast milk, and employee lactation services.

Presented by Sarah McNamara, IBCLC, CLE

Eldercare

Dealing with the challenges of eldercare can be complicated and overwhelming for all involved. Below are some links to some helpful webinars and supports.

EAP – Monthly, Online Eldercare & Caregivers Support Group Register Now!
10/04/2023
12:00 pm — 1:00 pm
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This online session is designed as a “drop-in” group to foster a safe and supportive venue for MGB employees. Participants can share concerns, discuss self-care and resources, and hear from professional speakers about managing the unique challenges of caring for aging loved ones. This runs every 1st Wednesday of the month and is run via Zoom.

Presented and moderated by Owen Wyatt, LMHC, EAP Consultant

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EAP – Monthly, Online Eldercare & Caregivers Support Group
October 4, 2023 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm More

This online session is designed as a “drop-in” group to foster a safe and supportive venue for MGB employees. Participants can share concerns, discuss self-care and resources, and hear from professional speakers about managing the unique challenges of caring for aging loved ones. This runs every 1st Wednesday of the month and is run via Zoom.

Presented and moderated by Owen Wyatt, LMHC, EAP Consultant

EAP - Changing Relationships: You and Your Aging Parents Register Now!
11/07/2023
12:00 pm — 1:00 pm
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Aging is a natural process, but it’s often looked at negatively because people associate aging with disease and loss. Most families are flexible in adapting to changes when it comes to the care of their aging parents, but it is also important to understand that each family has its own unique culture and family dynamics. Stressful situations, including caring for a parent, can bring out the best and the worst in families. Join this session to:

  • Learn what your parents are going through
  • Discuss the changes that you will likely experience in your relationship with your parents
  • Learn how to begin difficult conversations
  • Explore techniques to effectively communicate feelings and concerns
  • Determine the level of care needed for your parents and identify options

Presented by EAP and introduced by Christopher Skevofilax, LMHC, CEAP, Senior EAP Consultant

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EAP - Changing Relationships: You and Your Aging Parents
November 7, 2023 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm More

Aging is a natural process, but it’s often looked at negatively because people associate aging with disease and loss. Most families are flexible in adapting to changes when it comes to the care of their aging parents, but it is also important to understand that each family has its own unique culture and family dynamics. Stressful situations, including caring for a parent, can bring out the best and the worst in families. Join this session to:

  • Learn what your parents are going through
  • Discuss the changes that you will likely experience in your relationship with your parents
  • Learn how to begin difficult conversations
  • Explore techniques to effectively communicate feelings and concerns
  • Determine the level of care needed for your parents and identify options

Presented by EAP and introduced by Christopher Skevofilax, LMHC, CEAP, Senior EAP Consultant

Money Management for Elders and their Caregivers Watch Now!
09/17/2022
12:00 pm — 1:00 pm
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Navigate the financial steps to care for yourself as you age, or care for your elderly family members.
Presented by EAP and HUECU

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Money Management for Elders and their Caregivers
September 17, 2022 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm More

Navigate the financial steps to care for yourself as you age, or care for your elderly family members.
Presented by EAP and HUECU

Financial Education

Navigating finances can sometimes be complicated and even intimidating. Below are some educational webinars on financial topics.

The EAP can confidentially help you assess how to resolve immediate financial problems and approach financial planning. Call EAP at: 866.724.4327

Financial Fraud and Scam Awareness Register Now!
10/03/2023
12:00 pm — 1:00 pm
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At this 60 minute webinar participants will learn the most common and current methods used by scammers. The presenters will also discuss the many ways you can protect your self from these fast growing crimes.

Presented by Merrimack Valley Credit Union and introduced by Shira Davis, LICSW, CEAP, Senior EAP Consultant

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Financial Fraud and Scam Awareness
October 3, 2023 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm More

At this 60 minute webinar participants will learn the most common and current methods used by scammers. The presenters will also discuss the many ways you can protect your self from these fast growing crimes.

Presented by Merrimack Valley Credit Union and introduced by Shira Davis, LICSW, CEAP, Senior EAP Consultant

Build an Emergency Savings Fund Register Now!
11/08/2023
12:00 pm — 1:00 pm
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Identify how much you should save and find the money to contribute to an emergency savings fund.
Presented by Fidelity Investments and sponsored by EAP

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Build an Emergency Savings Fund
November 8, 2023 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm More

Identify how much you should save and find the money to contribute to an emergency savings fund.
Presented by Fidelity Investments and sponsored by EAP

Ten Myths About Education Savings Plans Watch Now!
07/11/2023
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Saving for college and private schools can be challenging. This seminar focuses on common myths about 529 plans, one
of the tools available to save for education, and help determine if one is right for you.

Presented by Merrimack Valley Credit Union (formally know as RTN) and sponsored by EAP

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Ten Myths About Education Savings Plans
July 11, 2023 More

Saving for college and private schools can be challenging. This seminar focuses on common myths about 529 plans, one
of the tools available to save for education, and help determine if one is right for you.

Presented by Merrimack Valley Credit Union (formally know as RTN) and sponsored by EAP

EAP Webinar - Auto Financing Watch Now!
06/14/2023
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In the market for a new car? Harvard University Employee Credit Union will guide you through the process, help you budget for anticipated expenses, and determine which car financing strategy works for you.

Presented by Harvard University Employee Credit Union and sponsored by EAP

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EAP Webinar - Auto Financing
June 14, 2023 More

In the market for a new car? Harvard University Employee Credit Union will guide you through the process, help you budget for anticipated expenses, and determine which car financing strategy works for you.

Presented by Harvard University Employee Credit Union and sponsored by EAP

EAP Webinar: Estate Planning Watch Now!
09/22/2022
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This webinar will address the fundamentals of estate planning concepts and strategies including wills, trusts, probate and gifting.

Presented by RTN and sponsored by EAP

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EAP Webinar: Estate Planning
September 22, 2022 More

This webinar will address the fundamentals of estate planning concepts and strategies including wills, trusts, probate and gifting.

Presented by RTN and sponsored by EAP

Manage Unexpected Events & Expenses Watch Now!
10/19/2022
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If you are in a situation where you’re evaluating how to make ends meet, learn how to take control of your budget and understand your financial options after an unforeseen event. Learn strategies and tips to help you manage your financial future with confidence.

Presented by Fidelity and sponsored by EAP

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Manage Unexpected Events & Expenses
October 19, 2022 More

If you are in a situation where you’re evaluating how to make ends meet, learn how to take control of your budget and understand your financial options after an unforeseen event. Learn strategies and tips to help you manage your financial future with confidence.

Presented by Fidelity and sponsored by EAP

Manager Training

The EAP provides a number of services to assist those in managerial roles to help them and their colleagues thrive. EAP consultation and referral services are complemented by a variety of educational offerings.

EAP Manager Training - Intimate Partner Violence Register Now!
10/02/2023
12:00 pm — 1:00 pm
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This 60 minute webinar is designed to increase managers’ awareness of domestic violence and to discuss ways to address the problem either in one’s personal life or at work. Workplace issues related to domestic violence are addressed, including concerns about coworkers.

Presented by Cate Leonard, LICSW, CEAP, Senior Employee Assistance Consultant

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EAP Manager Training - Intimate Partner Violence
October 2, 2023 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm More

This 60 minute webinar is designed to increase managers’ awareness of domestic violence and to discuss ways to address the problem either in one’s personal life or at work. Workplace issues related to domestic violence are addressed, including concerns about coworkers.

Presented by Cate Leonard, LICSW, CEAP, Senior Employee Assistance Consultant

EAP Manager Training - Substance Use Disorders and the Impaired Employee: What Leaders Need to Know Register Now!
12/14/2023
12:00 pm — 1:00 pm
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An employee who has an untreated substance use disorder can compromise patient care and impact staff morale. But what makes it so difficult to identify? When does concern and support become enabling? This EAP manager training is designed to help leaders learn about assisting employees and highlight the resources available.

Presented by Henrietta Menco, LICSW, CEAP, Senior Clinical Manager

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EAP Manager Training - Substance Use Disorders and the Impaired Employee: What Leaders Need to Know
December 14, 2023 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm More

An employee who has an untreated substance use disorder can compromise patient care and impact staff morale. But what makes it so difficult to identify? When does concern and support become enabling? This EAP manager training is designed to help leaders learn about assisting employees and highlight the resources available.

Presented by Henrietta Menco, LICSW, CEAP, Senior Clinical Manager

Managing the Impact of Critical Incidents: Helping Build Workplace Resilience Watch Now!
07/18/2023
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This 45-minute manager training is designed to help supervisors handle the impact of critical incidents. This webinar will provide support to leadership to help employees, and to create a culture of psychological safety with a concentration on maintaining productivity, returning-to-work, and staying-at-work.
Presented by Allison Caravana-Lilly, LICSW, CEAP, EAP Director

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Managing the Impact of Critical Incidents: Helping Build Workplace Resilience
July 18, 2023 More

This 45-minute manager training is designed to help supervisors handle the impact of critical incidents. This webinar will provide support to leadership to help employees, and to create a culture of psychological safety with a concentration on maintaining productivity, returning-to-work, and staying-at-work.
Presented by Allison Caravana-Lilly, LICSW, CEAP, EAP Director

Intimate Partner Violence Watch Now!
03/01/2023
12:00 pm — 1:00 pm
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This 60 minute webinar is designed to increase managers’ awareness of domestic violence and to discuss ways to address the problem either in one’s personal life or at work. Workplace issues related to domestic violence are addressed, including concerns about coworkers.

Presented by Cate Leonard, LICSW, CEAPEmployee Assistance Consultant

Watch Now!
Intimate Partner Violence
March 1, 2023 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm More

This 60 minute webinar is designed to increase managers’ awareness of domestic violence and to discuss ways to address the problem either in one’s personal life or at work. Workplace issues related to domestic violence are addressed, including concerns about coworkers.

Presented by Cate Leonard, LICSW, CEAPEmployee Assistance Consultant

Substance Use Disorders and the Impaired Employee: What Leaders Need to Know Watch Now!
02/23/2023
12:00 pm — 1:00 pm
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Substance use has greatly increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. An employee who has an untreated substance use problems can compromise patient care and impact staff morale. But what makes it so difficult to identify? When does concern and support become enabling? This EAP manager training is designed to help leaders learn about assisting employees and highlight the resources available.

Presented by Henrietta Menco, LICSW, CEAP, Senior Clinical Manager

Watch Now!
Substance Use Disorders and the Impaired Employee: What Leaders Need to Know
February 23, 2023 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm More

Substance use has greatly increased during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. An employee who has an untreated substance use problems can compromise patient care and impact staff morale. But what makes it so difficult to identify? When does concern and support become enabling? This EAP manager training is designed to help leaders learn about assisting employees and highlight the resources available.

Presented by Henrietta Menco, LICSW, CEAP, Senior Clinical Manager

What Every Manager Should Know about the EAP: A Work&Life Resource Watch Now!
01/25/2023
12:00 pm — 1:00 pm
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This 60 minute webinar is specifically designed to help managers and supervisors to respond to distressed employees. This training will provide information to managers and supervisors on how to recommend the EAP to an employee and will review how the EAP can help an employee or their immediate household member.

Presented by Allison Caravana-Lilly, LICSW, CEAP, EAP Director

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What Every Manager Should Know about the EAP: A Work&Life Resource
January 25, 2023 12:00 pm — 1:00 pm More

This 60 minute webinar is specifically designed to help managers and supervisors to respond to distressed employees. This training will provide information to managers and supervisors on how to recommend the EAP to an employee and will review how the EAP can help an employee or their immediate household member.

Presented by Allison Caravana-Lilly, LICSW, CEAP, EAP Director

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