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Mark your calendars! Drug-Free Work Week 2008
Drug-Free Work Week 2008 to be held October 20-26, is a public awareness campaign that highlights the importance of being drug free to workplace safety
and encourages workers with alcohol and drug problems to seek help. The U.S. Department of Labor has put together fabulous
"tool box" and other resources
to help EAPs and their client organizations put together an effective event.
Returning Vets Face A Rise in Mental Health Issues, EAPs Can Help
A new report describes the rising problem of returning soldiers' battle with mental illness, and how EAPs can help ease the transition back into civilian life. Note: EA
professionals must complete a very brief form to gain immediate online access to this free report.
Using e-mail on EAP Websites - Peril or Opportunity?
At one EAP, the website lists an e-mail address, but then uses an oversized, red font, to warn: “This e-mail address should be used ONLY for general inquiries. Existing clients should contact us at the phone number listed above.” Despite this caveat, the
EAP reports that a number of clients have e-mailed very personal information, rather than calling. Learn more...
Parity Update
Parity for Addiction and Mental Health may be the most important piece of federal legislation affecting the EA field, and most importantly, our clients, in more than a decade. The National Council on Alcoholism and Drug Dependence (NCADD) has put together a
Public Policy Alert which explains where things stand today and advocates for involvement on the part of all addiction
professionals.
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REGISTER NOW for EAPA's 2008 Annual World EAP Conference
"City Lights, Southern Nights - EAPs Make A World of Difference" will be held October 15-18, 2008 at the Hilton Atlanta Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia. The pre-conference training will be held October 14 & 15, 2008. For more information, visit the conference website.
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Win a scholarship to EAPA's 2008 World EAP Conference!
EAPA's John J. "Jack" Hennessy Scholarship Fund is now accepting applications for Full Conference registration scholarships to this year's Annual World EAP Conference in Atlanta, Georgia. EAPA anticipates awarding a total of four
scholarships (2 for labor affiliated members, and 2 for non-labor affiliated members), and applications from members will be accepted through Friday, August 29, 2008.
Please review the program and application requirements here.
Nominations open for 2008 EAPA Awards!
Do you know someone who deserves to be recognized for their dedication to the EA profession? A colleague or your EAPA chapter/branch or maybe even yourself? Every year, EAPA celebrates the achievement of individuals and organizations who have distinguished themselves through their work and leadership in EAPA and the EA profession. CLICK HERE to learn more and submit your nomination.
Get Listed! Add Your Name to the New CEAP Online Directory
The Online CEAP Directory, a listing of all those CEAPs who are current and who have elected to be included in the directory, is available now on EAPA's website. If you would like to be included in this directory, click here to register.
