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Study Supports Brief Intervention in EAP Settings
The study, published in the Journal of Studies on Alcohol and Drugs, looked at the value of screening for alcohol-related problems using brief interventions in the EAP setting. Findings supported the use of alcohol
screening and brief intervention as a low-cost way to intervene with clients with at-risk drinking in the context of their EAP presenting problem.
2008 EAPA Board of Directors Election - Results Are In!
The EAPA Nominations Committee has certified the results of the 2008 EAPA election. Congratulations, and thank you to all who ran for office. The new Board will be installed on Saturday, October 18, 2008 during the President's Banquet at EAPA's Annual World EAP Conference in Atlanta, Georgia. View election results.
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.
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Los Angeles Chapter Presents Special September Event
On September 26, 2008, the EAPA LA chapter will present
"Re-integrating America's Wounded Warriors to the Workplace", a special 3-hour workshop hosted at USC School of Social Work. Presenters include R. Paul Maiden, and other experts. For more information and to register, visit the
Los Angeles
Chapter web site.
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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Opportunities...
New CDC Tool for EAP Client Organizations
The Center for Disease Control is working on a healthy workplace tool that will help employees live healthier lifestyles, help employers reduce absenteeism and create a healthy workplace culture. As a result, they are looking for organizations to participate in user testing. For more information on this exciting opportunity
CLICK HERE. The deadline for signing up is August 29th, 2008.
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.
