United Kingdom: Making the Most of Employee Assistance Programs

UK: Making the Most of Employee Assistance ProgramsIf you have two Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), do you know which one pays for face-to-face counseling and which leaves the employer to pay?

This article, where our UK Partner Punter Southall Health and Protection was recently featured, focuses on Employee Assistance Programs and how to find hidden gems within this benefit.

Are employers making the best use of EAP services they already have?

The article points out that employers may have two EAP programs:

  • One through their group income protection (GIP)
  • The other associated with their health cash plan, perhaps the one staff uses the most.

The article further emphasizes the importance of understanding the difference between these two plans. For example, which one covers face-to-face counseling and which one leaves that service to the employer to pay? There can be a big difference, so it’s important to understand the details of each benefit, and which one to promote.

Need assistance with your EAP program in the UK?

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