Ever heard of “EAP”? If not, it’s time to discover how it can transform your workplace and support your team.
What is EAP?
EAP stands for Employee Assistance Program — a resource designed to improve employee well-being, reduce absenteeism, boost productivity, and even cut down on costs tied to turnover and health-related issues.
Think of it as a lifeline for your employees. An EAP provides free, confidential access to mental health, wellness, and counseling services. Whether it’s relationship struggles, family challenges, stress, depression, substance abuse, grief, legal or financial concerns, or workplace issues, an EAP is there to help.
EAP Programs and Services by Provider
EAPs can vary depending on whether they’re provided by an insurance company or a third-party service. Some of the most well-known and valuable resources include:
- Anthem
- Cigna
- Headspace
- Health Net (Teladoc)
- The Holman Group
- Kaiser Permanente
- MetLife
- Sharp Health Plan (Best Health Wellness)
- SunLife (ComPsych® EAP by Design)
- Sutter Health Plan
- UnitedHealthcare
- Western Health Advantage
Some services included in your group insurance may require a copay or coinsurance, as detailed in your contract.
The human resources consulting organization, Shortlister, has published a web page listing of other EAP resources. The Society for Human Resources Management (SHRM) also offers an EAP overview online.
Talk With Your Broker
If you have a health insurance program in place for your employees, ask your broker what EAP benefits are included. If you don’t have a broker, we can help you connect with one.
