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In light of President Bush’s address to the nation, war with Iraq
appears inevitable. This is a grave matter. There are trials ahead for
our Armed Services, for their families, and for this nation as a whole.
We do not know precisely what form these trials will take, but we can
anticipate much. You may already be thinking about what this may mean
for you and your family. We would like to remind you of the services that
are provided by your Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) –
an essential on-going source of support.
The stress of today and the days ahead will impact all of us. We encourage
you to remind your eligible household members that the EAP is available
to them on a 24-hour basis. You and your household members can call our
toll-free number, 1-800-828-6025, just to talk to someone or to make arrangements
to be seen for counseling sessions close to home or work. Individuals
who are overseas can contact us through our main number, 508-842-2780.
There is always a clinician available.
The Website – A source of timely information.
In times of uncertainty we all seek answers. Our website, www.wellnesscorp.com,
is designed to provide timely information, and to address a broad range
of concerns. Under the button The World Today,
you will find helpful articles and links on such topics as “How
to Talk to Children,” and “Disaster Preparedness.” The
section Times of Conflict provides
a library of articles, some specifically for people with family members
serving in the military, as well as additional links, and audio and video
clips.
Budget and Debt Counseling – answers for
your financial concerns
War will inevitably have an adverse effect on the economy. You may have
concerns about your own or a spouse or partner's job-security. If you
or a household member is in the Reserves or National Guard and are called
up for active duty, you may experience a loss of income. If you have concerns
about your financial situation, support is available through the budget
and debt counseling service that is a part your EAP.
In his 1994 inaugural speech, Nelson Mandela wrote, “As we are
liberated from our fear, our presence automatically liberates others.”
We have tried to anticipate the fears, concerns, and anxieties that lie
before us all. While we do not know what lies ahead and we are not, perhaps,
free from all fears, we are ready to support you and your organization.
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