The Office of Human Resources understands that this time of year can be especially difficult for some individuals, that the current turbulence in our country and the world may cause unease, and that faculty and staff (and their families and friends) may be dealing with a great amount of stress and grief. Our office is committed to providing resources to both employees and supervisors during this time.
The Office of Human Resources has created a Mental Health Support webpage as a one-stop-shop for the available resources available to employees. Check it out: Mental Health Support – Benefits & Wellness – Human Resources
Please see below for important resources that can be utilized at any time:
Employee Assistance Program
The University of Wisconsin-Green Bay’s Employee Assistance Program is a free, confidential service which can provide support for both personal and work-related concerns. Employees have access to confidential, completely private, 24-hour, 7-days-a-week counseling and online services.
EAP services are provided through Acentra:
Phone: (833) 539-7285
Website: sowi.mylifeexpert.com. (Username: SOWI). Employees will need to create an account to access the EAP resources online.
Additional information pertaining to the resources available through the EAP may be found on the EAP Services and Resources Flyer.
State Group Health Insurance Program
Employees enrolled in State Group Health Insurance may utilize a number of resources through their health insurance carrier, including services directly by the primary care physician or specialist. Services provided are intended to treat mild to severe symptoms for various health and well-being topics. The cost of services are covered based on the employee’s health insurance plan design. There may be out-of-pocket costs for using services through this program. Employees should contact their primary care physician or health insurance carrier for additional information.
Well Wisconsin Program
Employees enrolled in State Group Health Insurance are eligible for resources through the Well Wisconsin Program. Certified WebMD Health Coaches are available for confidential one-on-one conversations to support mild symptoms for various health and well-being topics. Services are employer-paid, there is no cost to employees for using services through this program. Services are administered by WebMD, the Well Wisconsin Program administrator. Contact WebMD at (800) 821-6591 or access their resources online at webmdhealth.com/wellwisconsin.
Mental Health Resources:
Grief Resources:
Monthly Webinars:
Acentra provides live monthly webinars on a wide variety of topics. December’s webinar – The Connection Between Exercise and Mental Health – is scheduled for Wednesday, December 11, 2024 from 12:30-1:30 p.m., and will explore how to get started on a healthy path towards improved mental health and how to stay motivated to reach your goals. The monthly webinars are recorded, uploaded to Acentra’s website and available to view at your convenience.
Our office is also working to schedule additional webinars over the next couple of months and will be sending out more details as information becomes available. Please feel free to contact Human Resources at (920) 465-2390 or hr@uwgb.edu if you would like additional information or have any questions.
