Wellness Wednesday: Penn State Health’s new employee assistance program, SupportLinc, goes live

Managing work and home life can be a challenge. The SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program offers emotional well-being and work-life balance resources. Administered by CuraLinc Healthcare, SupportLinc provides guidance to help employees address and resolve everyday issues at no cost to the employee or their family:

• In-the-moment support and short-term counseling. A licensed clinician answers 24/7/365 when you call for assistance with work-related pressures, depression, stress, anxiety, grief, relationship problems, substance abuse or other emotional health You and your benefit-eligible family members may also receive up to six (6) counseling sessions, in-person or via video.
• Legal consultation. SupportLinc offers a free, 30-minute legal consultation per issue with a local attorney, by phone or in-person.
• Convenience resources. SupportLinc’s knowledgeable specialists provide referrals that help address a wide range of challenges such as child or elder care, adoption, pet care, home repair, education and housing
• Financial expertise. Receive expert financial consultation and planning with pressure-free, personalized guidance until your issue is
• Web platform. Your one-stop shop for SupportLinc support, resources, information and Discover on-demand training to boost wellbeing, search engines, financial calculators and career resources. Visit the Savings Center for retail and service provider discounts. Or complete a search to explore articles, tip sheets and self-assessments.
• Mobile app. Get confidential support and guidance on the go from a licensed counselor via live chat, as well as expert content and resources – all from the convenience of your phone or
• Text therapy. Exchange text messages, voice notes and resources Monday – Friday with a licensed counselor through the Textcoach^® mobile and desktop
• Strengthen your mental health and overall wellbeing using Animo’s self-guided content, practical resources and daily inspiration to foster meaningful and lasting behavior change.
• Virtual Support Connect. This digital group support platform offers moderated sessions hosted by licensed counselors on topics such as grief, mindfulness, preventing burnout and more.
• Take the guesswork out of your emotional fitness! Click the Mental Health Navigator icon on the web portal or mobile app, complete a short survey and receive personalized guidance for accessing program support and resources.

All requests for information or assistance are free of charge and completely confidential. Access support whenever needed, wherever is most convenient. Contact SupportLinc 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, at 888-881-5462, visit www.supportlinc.com, group code psh, or email support@curalinc.com.

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