Many are experiencing chronic stress and mental health symptoms as a result of the myriad adjustments the pandemic has demanded; the potential health risks of COVID-19; financial insecurity, and the latest alarming events which have exposed long standing racial injustices and led to social unrest and action.

Difficult times call for increased self-care! Contact FEAP today if you would like support.

FEAP is still operating and available to support employees and their family members, as well as teams large and small through HIPAA-compliant Zoom and telephone calls.

Virtual Resources Library: COVID–19 and Social Injustice Support

In light of these uncertain times, FEAP is pleased to share resources we have collected and created for you, our FEAP customers, in support of your mental and emotional wellness.

Virtual Resources

Counseling Services

Alcohol & Other Drugs
Misuse of addictive substances and substance use disorders can prevent people from living healthy and happy lives and negatively impact a circle of people around them.
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Compassion
Understanding the difference between Compassion and Empathy and learning how to cultivate sustainable compassion in your own life can be the difference between being nourished or burned out by your work.
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Couples
Intimate relationships are an integral part of the human experience. The need and desire for connection to another is as much a part of our lives as is our need for safety, well-being and satisfaction.
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Critical Incidents
A critical incident is defined as any event that has the power to overwhelm usually effective coping mechanisms.
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Depression
According to the National Institute on Mental Health, clinical depression is defined as a common but serious mood disorder.
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Domestic/Intimate Partner Violence
Domestic violence is a pattern of coercive behavior, including acts or threatened acts, that is used by a perpetrator to gain power and control over a current or former spouse, family member, intimate partner or person with whom the perpetrator shares a child in common.
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Emotional Support During COVID-19
Understanding the difference between Compassion and Empathy and learning how to cultivate sustainable compassion in your own life can be the difference between being nourished or burned out by your work.
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Financial Concerns
FEAP contracts with an external company to provide employees with a free, 30-minute consultation with a financial counselor on a variety of financial issues.
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Happiness
People are drawn to this topic as we typically want more happiness in our lives.
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Legal Services
Employees and their families have access to a 30-minute free legal consultation through FEAP.
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Mindfulness
The word Meditation is like the word sports in that there are many different forms.
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Parenting
Raising a child is one of the richest and most gratifying experiences any of us will ever have. It is also one of the most demanding. We all need understanding and support as we navigate these most important relationships.
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Positive Psychology
Positive Psychology is a growing field that explores human flourishing and how to help achieve that in one’s life through scientific research and real-world application.
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Self-care
Good self-care is one of the best ways you can buffer yourself from the impact of stress. Knowing what nourishes and refuels you is powerful wisdom especially if you incorporate daily practices to rest and refuel even as you attend to your other responsibilities.
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Stress Management
Stress is both a normal part of our day-to-day lives and when too high, for too long, a potential source of physical and emotional illness.
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Tools and Resources in Support of Social Justice
Understanding the difference between Compassion and Empathy and learning how to cultivate sustainable compassion in your own life can be the difference between being nourished or burned out by your work.
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Trauma Recovery
Whether a traumatic event has just occurred or a history of abuse is resurfacing, FEAP is extending specialized services to individuals dealing with such.
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Virtual Resources Archive
Understanding the difference between Compassion and Empathy and learning how to cultivate sustainable compassion in your own life can be the difference between being nourished or burned out by your work.
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Virtual Resources Library
Understanding the difference between Compassion and Empathy and learning how to cultivate sustainable compassion in your own life can be the difference between being nourished or burned out by your work.
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WorkLife Program
The FEAP WorkLife Program supports the University and Health System missions through direct services and by developing collaborative partnerships within Charlottesville and the surrounding community to assist faculty, staff and team members in navigating the competing demands of their work, personal, and family lives.
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Workplace Seminars
Broad topic areas include: content for supervisors/managers, balancing work and life, caregiving/eldercare, communication and relationships, mindfulness/compassion, parenting and positive practices.
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Organizational Services

FEAP provides management and organizational consultation on handling employee job performance issues and workplace concerns in accordance with your company policies and procedures.

Management & Supervisor Services

Critical Incident Response

Workplace Mediation

Seminars and Workshops

Upcoming Events

November 18, 2020
Recovery Ally Training
November 5, 2020
Providing Support to Someone Struggling with Substance Use
October 27, 2020
Conquering Stress

Partnership Opportunities
FEAP can provide management and organizational consultation in order to develop strategies in accordance with your company’s policies and procedures for handling employee job performance issues and workplace concerns.

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