Did you know...

Dear Deep Creek Family, 

We all encounter times in our lives where we need extra support. Life gets stressful and our county offers some free assistance. If you are in need, please take advantage of the following program. 

Did you know that the Charlotte County School Board provides each employee a benefit called the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)?  When you visit www.yourcharlotteschools.net, just click on Employees and then Employee Benefits. The information below is there for your viewing.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

What is an EAP?

An EAP is a benefit sponsored by your employer designed to improve the personal and professional life of you and your eligible dependents. All services are confidential and available at no cost.

Who is eligible to use the EAP?

You and your eligible dependents, including your spouse and children.

How do I contact the EAP?

1-800-272-3626

Are there online services available? If so, how can I access them?

Yes, there are online services available. To access the available online services, go to: www.mylifevalues.com and use the following information to login.
Username: Charlotte County School Board
Password: 8002723626

Your EAP provides you AND your spouse and dependents with FIVE (5) free face to face sessions with a mental health professional. These professionals are Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW), Psychologists, marriage and family therapists, or Licensed Professional Counselors (LPC). Anyone can take advantage of this benefit, both full time and part time employees and you do not need to be enrolled in any of the CCPS health plans to use it. This is a benefit to you as an employee.

When you call the 800 number, you will speak with a representative who will give you a list of professionals in the area.  You then decide which professional to use and set up your own appointment.  These services are confidential. The online services are also very helpful and is included in your EAP benefit.  Life can be challenging to deal with at times, and sometimes we need a person to help us work through the stressful times and to teach us more effective ways to cope.   I encourage you to look at the website and browse through all of the information, articles, and webinars that are available to you to familiarize yourself with the array of resources.  The representatives at the 800 number are also very helpful and will answer any of your questions!

Enjoy the week...
Noelle