Parenting and Caregiver Resources

Parenting and Caregiver Resources

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LOCAL RESOURCES

WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE – CHILD CARE SUBSIDY:  Workforce Development Institute has reduced the eligibility requirements for child care subsidies.  Please use this link to see if you are eligible: WDI – Child Care Subsidy Prescreen

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION

  • To get a free consultation with Alzheimer’s Association, call EAP and we will connect you as part of your EAP benefit.

CHILD AND FAMILY SERVICES OUTPATIENT CLINIC: Child & Family Services has been Western New York’s behavioral health and wellness partner for more than 147 years, with services including counseling and support for adults, children, and families at any stage of life. Our skilled team works to create a safe, confidential, and comfortable place for you to find the care and healing you need.

CHILD CARE RESOURCE NETWORK

  • To make a free appointment with CCRN, call EAP and we will connect you as part of your EAP benefit.
  • Parent Services flyer

INDEPENDENT LEARNING SYSTEMS:  Support for At-home schooling

PARENT NETWORK:  The Network’s mission is to support families and professionals to empower individuals with disabilities to reach their full potential. If you have concerns about your how your child is developing and learning, you can call 716-332-4175 or email for 1-on-1 support.

LEARNING DISABILITIES ASSOCIATION of WNY: Provides service with the goal of ensuring opportunities that will allow everyone with learning disabilities to be successful at school, at work, in relationships, and in the community.

ERIE COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES:  Information on child day care assistance, child development and parenting resources, and local day care resources

VIDEO LEARNING RESOURCES: Center for Elder Law & Justice believes that justice is living independently and with dignity. Elder Law Learn is providing a video series aimed towards education around a variety of specific human rights topics. For more information about our Eldercare Consultation, please click here

MENTAL HEALTH ADVOCATES OF WNY: Erie County Self Help Group Directory for Adults, where you can view schedules of Weekly Support Group Meetings

EPIC FAMILY SUPPORT LINE:  Family support line for parents to utilize while being home with their children during quarantine. Operating weekdays between 8:30am and 4:30pm, the support line is staffed by EPIC team members trained in parenting and social work. Parents are welcome to call in for help with stress management, establishing homeschool routines, positive discipline strategies and any issues that arise while being home with their children.

CATHOLIC CHARITIES COVID-19 HELPLINE:  Support line to get services related to mental health, food pantries and basic assistance, and workforce and education services (distance learning).

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Core Member Services

  • Counseling Sessions

    EAP provides confidential counseling to members and their household members to assist in solving personal, family and work-related problems. Counseling services include assessments, short-term counseling and community referrals. Counseling is available to anyone who lives with the covered employee.

  • Legal Consultation

    EAP will connect members with a local attorney who can answer basic legal questions and provide free confidential consultation. If it is necessary for a member to retain legal counsel, our service will assist with making a referral.

  • Financial Consultation

    Meet with a financial counselor to review budgeting advice, suggestions for positive spending habits, creditor repayment plans, student loan consolidation, and much more. Members and counselors will work as a team to determine the best plan to achieve your financial goals.

  • CHILDCARE CONSULTATION

    We maintains a relationship with the Child Care Resource Network to provide child care referrals and support to members and their household. The CCRN monitors the registration of licenses for providers and advocates for high quality, accessible care. They can also provide information on parenting education and other family services.

  • Nutrition Services

    A Registered Dietician or Holistic Health Coach can provide members with professional consultation regarding nutrition concerns including diet, weight management, allergies and food sensitivities as well as meal planning.

  • ELDERCARE CONSULTATION

    We will connect employees with reliable services and resources for both the senior needing support and the caregiver.  Information will be provided about: caregiver resources, home care options, classes for those helping older relatives or friends, navigating Medicaid/Medicare/Social Security and other benefits.

  • MEDIATION AND CONFLICT RESOLUTION

    When people disagree with one another, there are options besides fighting or walking away. Mediation and conflict resolution can help. We partner with Child & Family Services Center for Resolution and Justice to provide mediation.  In more than 75% of the cases mediated, parties reach agreement, avoiding stress and costly legal expenses. Workplace mediation and conflict resolution can serve as a proactive approach to preventing litigation and promoting a healthier work environment.

  • REFERRAL NETWORK

    If it is determined that a member will need further or more specialized services, the EAP counselor will make arrangements for referral and follow-up service to the most appropriate level of care in the community. We have a well developed network of affiliates with whom we work regularly to provide seamless care to our clients.