News from Benefits
Remember to Take Care
In the midst of work responsibilities, deadlines, and everyday stressors, prioritizing self-care is essential. Washington State University’s Human Resource Services offers a variety of resources to support employees in their journey of caring for themselves and others.
Self-Care Resources:
- Mental Health and Wellbeing: Access to counseling services, mental health resources, and suicide prevention support.
- Stress Management: Tools and guides to manage stress, including resources for coping with difficult times and building resilience.
- Fitness and Nutrition: Programs and tips for staying active and eating healthy, even during challenging times.
Caring for Others:
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential counseling sessions, legal and financial consultations, and referrals to local providers.
- Behavioral Health Services: Coverage through WSU insurance plans for mental health services.
DRS Webinars and Podcasts
Attention PERS, TRS, LEOFF, and DCP participants! Did you know that the Department of Retirement Systems (DRS) hosts a variety of webinars and podcasts on a wide range of retirement and financial well-being topics? Their recent podcasts are especially engaging and tailored to different generations, offering valuable insights for everyone. These sessions cover essential topics such as plan overviews, withdrawal and retirement options, Medicare and Social Security basics, and comprehensive retirement planning. Whether you choose to attend live or access content on demand, these resources are designed to help you stay informed and make the most of your retirement benefits.
Resources Available Through the Employee Assistance Program
Navigating personal change can be difficult. EAP offers an abundance of free and reduced-fee Work-Life resources to help with legal, financial, family, aging, mental health, relationships, and professional development to name a few.
EAP also has a robust resource library full of articles, videos, and recorded sessions available on-demand to access whenever it fits your schedule. Visit the Washington State Employee Assistance Program to access all of these tools and more!
Use Access code “WSU”
Content Credit: Ann Monroe, Benefits Manager