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Learn how the EAP can save you stress, time and money by providing support for practical and personal issues. No problem is too big or too small, and no one will know you called.

The program will cover what happens when you call the EAP and an overview of EAP services for:

This interactive presentation with a sleep expert is designed to help participants begin getting better sleep almost immediately. Attendees will learn techniques for overcoming these common sleep problems:

 

• Trouble falling asleep 

• Difficulty staying asleep

• Excessive thinking 

• Waking too early 

• Sunday night insomnia 

• Chronic insomnia 

• Daytime sleepiness

• Returning to sleep

 

Participants will experience a guided relaxation exercise for initiating sleep and returning to sleep.

Outline of EAP Manager session:

The opioid and other drug use epidemic has become a national public health issue with a concerning impact on our communities. KGA has experienced an increase in EAP cases involving opioid use, including parents worried about their children, managers and HR professionals concerned about their employees, and individuals seeking support. In this seminar/webinar, participants will learn:

 

• The current state of the opioid and drug overdose epidemic in the U.S

• How to spot the warning signs of opioid misuse and addiction

• Range of available treatment options

• How to promote a Recovery-friendly home and workplace

• How the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) can help

Learn how the EAP can save you stress, time and money by providing support for practical and personal issues. No problem is too big or too small, and no one will know you called.

The program will cover what happens when you call the EAP and an overview of EAP services for:

This program introduces the basic principles and practices of mindfulness, a concentrated state of awareness that helps people see and respond to situations with clarity. Individuals who employ the techniques of mindfulness in their work can monitor moment-to-moment effectiveness, respond promptly and appropriately to difficulties as they arise, and remain open to new ideas and perspectives. Participants will be introduced to meditation practices teaching them how to be more focused, creative and resilient in all aspects of their lives. 

The word discipline can evoke images of control and punishment, accompanied by feelings of parental uncertainty or guilt. This workshop will explore the concept of “positive parenting” (positive discipline) – approaches that foster self-esteem in young children and confidence in your parenting skills. It’s about having a positive plan of action – a plan that articulates your family’s values, identifies discipline techniques that work, and encourages family fun. Bring your stories from the front lines of parenting. Participants will:

 

• Learn to use the power of understanding to get your children ready to listen and accept

• Discover the strategies of ritual, routine and rehearsal 

• Identify successful methods for setting limits

Starting with Halloween and continuing through the New Year, the holidays present some unique challenges when you are trying to eat healthy! Learn how to navigate and enjoy the busy holidays without sacrificing your healthy eating habits – including strategies and tips to help you make healthy substitutions, avoid overeating and prevent holiday weight gain.