The Employee Assistance Program (EAP) helps you privately solve problems that may interfere with your work, family, and life in general. EAP services are FREE to you, your dependents, and all household members. EAP services are confidential and provided by experts.
GuidanceResources provides EAP services 24/7 to all employees, State Plan members, their dependents and household members.
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Note: You must contact GuidanceResources for approval before scheduling an appointment with a counselor to ensure your first six visits are covered under the EAP benefit. Dependent or household member will need to provide the first and last name of the employee/State Plan member who provided you with the GuidanceResources contact information. The online chat function is available Monday- Friday 7:00am – 5:00pm MST. |
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Employee Assistance Program Services
Sometimes life can feel overwhelming. It doesn’t have to. GuidanceResources provides confidential counseling, expert guidance and valuable resources to help you handle any of life’s challenges, big or small. Learn how the Employee Assistance Program can support you and your household by reviewing this informative flyer.
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Anxiety, depression, stress
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Grief, loss and life adjustments
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Relationship/marital conflicts
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Finding child and elder care
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Hiring movers or home repair contractors
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Planning events, locating pet care
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Retirement planning, taxes
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Relocation, mortgages, insurance
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Identity theft support
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Budgeting, debt, bankruptcy and more
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Divorce, adoption and family law
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Real estate, foreclosure, landlord/tenant issues
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Free consultation and discounted local representation
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Quickly and easily complete a will on your computer with EstateGuidance
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Specify guardians, trustees and property division
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Provide funeral and burial instructions
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Self-care platform offers guided health programs
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Tackle anxiety, depression, stress
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Improve mindfulness, sleep, and more
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Online Tips and Tricks: Once you are have registered and signed into your account, there are several ways to get connected with services. The chat function is available Monday- Friday 7:00 – 5:00 MST and is a great way to request an answer.
Free Webinars and Training
Watch this GuidanceResouces Orientation on-demand presentation about EAP services.
Scheduled Trainings - All Session Times are 12:00-1:00 p.m. MST
- November 6 - Helping Your Senior Loved One Be Independent and Safe (webinar only)
- November 12: Talking About Tough Subjects with Your Parent or Older Loved Ones
- November 13: Alzheimer’s Presentation (1 - 2 p.m. Montana Alzheimer’s Association)
- November 18 - Understanding How Your Emotions Impact Interactions with Older Loved Ones
- November 20: Managing Holiday Stress
- November 25 - The Sandwich Generation: Balancing Your Personal Life with the Needs of Your Older Parents or Loved Ones
- November 26: Supporting Others Through End of Life
- November 4 - When Someone You Love Has Alzheimer's
- November 5: Caring from a Distance
Huddles
On Demand Training Opportunities
Training sessions are available on-demand, simply click the link below to start learning.
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Mental Health Safety Plan: Safety Plan & Instructions
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Suicide Awareness Presentation (contact eap@mt.gov for closed captioning or alternate formats)
Managers' Corner
The EAP provides no-cost specialized resources and trainings to help supervisors support their employees.
Management-Focused Training Courses - All Session Times are 12:00-1:00 p.m. MST
On-Demand Trainings
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Brining Out the Best in Others - on-demand presentation
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For Managers: Your Employee Assistance Program - services overview flyer
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Critical Incident Support – request for an on-site counselor for your team
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Leading with Authenticity - on-demand presentation
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Manager Orientation - on-demand presentation
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Managing Remote (or hybrid) Employees - on-demand presentation
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Managing Staff Through Stressful Situations - on-demand presentation
- Psychological Safety in the Workplace - on-demand presentation
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GuidanceResouces Training Catalog - Choose from a list of workshops to provide behavioral health or professional training to your group. All trainings must be coordinated through the EAP Program Manager, Ann Brewer, at eap@mt.gov.
Manager Support
November – National Family Caregivers Month
November is National Family Caregivers Month in the United States, and it’s observed to call attention to the hard work of family caregivers across the country. National Family Caregivers Month raises awareness of the societal value provided by caregivers and the need for greater support (https://caregiverdoc.com/national-family-caregivers-month/). It is crucial for those in caregiving situations to remember the importance to take personal time for themselves and to practice “self-care.” Much like a battery, caregivers need to identify the small periods of time where they can relax and “recharge.” For ideas on self-care, as well as support and resources for being a caregiver, please contact Guidance Resources to request information which will be sent via email.
According to the National Council on Aging, more than 53 million people are providing unpaid care to family members. Their services often make it possible for their loved ones to remain at home and usually fill a gap that would be astronomically expensive otherwise. The work can be tedious, repetitive, physically challenging, and emotionally straining, and for many caregivers, they sacrifice their own well-being to take care of their loved ones.
The National Family Caregiver Month presidential proclamation reads:
“Family caregivers are the backbone of our Nation’s long-term care system, doing essential work with devotion, often at great emotional and financial cost. We owe them. It is time to bring their service out of the shadows and celebrate and support them in living their own happy, healthy, and fulfilling lives.”
On-demand Recordings for Caring for the Caregiver:
- Caring for the Caregiver Part 1: Caring for Adult Loved Ones (registration required)
- Caring for the Caregiver Part 2: Caring for Working Parents (registration required)
Bonus - free resources for extra support and connection:
- EAP Benefits Flyer
- Caring for an Elder
- Planning for Elder Care
- 10 Early Signs and Symptoms of Alzheimer’s and Dementia
- What is Alzheimer’s Disease?
- What is Dementia?
- Stages of Alzheimer’s
- Treatments for Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer’s Help Line 800-272-3900
- Tips for Healthy Aging
- Promoting Independence in Older Adults
- Diabetes Awareness Month
- November Huddle Schedule