A message from NSO’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
The worst may be behind us, but for many of you who have been on the frontlines of America’s
response to COVID-19, post-pandemic life has been stressful in other ways. We at FHE Health
want you to know that we remain dedicated to supporting you and your family as a trusted
mental health resource.
As you continue to navigate “post-COVID” life, we encourage you to be mindful of new
symptoms or behaviors that may be interfering with daily life. Many of you worked long hours
during the pandemic or dealt with traumatic experiences. In the aftermath of chronic and
traumatic stress, it is not uncommon for mental and physical symptoms to take some time to
emerge. (Experts have even used the term “post-pandemic stress disorder” to describe the
mental health toll that can occur from continuous exposure to emotional and psychological stress
during COVID.)
If you are experiencing anxiety or depression or are using drugs or alcohol to cope with stress,
please seek immediate assistance. For more self-care tips from one of our experts for how to
adjust to post-pandemic life, we invite you to check out our blog:
https://fherehab.com/news/manage-stress-after-covid.
Your safety and mental health are our top priority, and we are here to assist you in any way we
can. Never feel ashamed to reach out. At FHE Health, we count it a privilege to be able to serve
you—it’s our way of saying “thank you” for your heroic service. Our dedicated counselors are
available to take your call any time, day or night, and every call is governed by strict
confidentiality rules.
If I can be of assistance, please do not hesitate to contact me directly at (267) 249-0513.
Sincerely,
Janet Gerhard
FHE Direct Contact for Information or Referrals:
Janet Gerhard
JGerhard@FHEHealth.com
267-249-0513