In April, Optum EAP explores resources to embrace each day as an opportunity to grow older on your own terms, with health, strength, wellness and joy.
The Optum Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a free service for all full-time state employees and those in their household and can be a beneficial tool to improve your overall well-being. You have 8 free face-to-face EAP counseling visits with a licensed therapist available per issue, per year. These tools and resources are available 24/7 and are completely confidential.
Contact Optum EAP
- Phone: 800-886-9747 (24/7 support)
- Website: https://supportfinder.optum.com/indiana (Access code: Indiana): Access all the Optum EAP online resources.
Aging with intention: Each day is an opportunity to grow and live on your own terms. Take a few moments to reflect on how you’d like to age. Read more
Foundations for mental health at any age: Taking care of your health and being your own advocate is one of the most important ways to protect your wellbeing. Read article
Take a brain boosting challenge: At any age, it’s a great idea to give your brain a reason to work a little. Just like moving your body keeps your body strong, challenging your brain helps it stay sharp and flexible. Read more
Building strength and mobility for life: As you grow older, your body naturally begins to lose flexibility, mobility and strength. The key to staying stronger and more mobile with age is regular physical activity — and it’s never too late to begin. Read article
Cultivating connections for joy, health and a longer life: One of the best things you can do for yourself at any age is build strong relationships. Especially as we get older, keeping a couple of supportive friends close can boost health and wellbeing. Read article
Building independence and well-being: As we grow older, how we define independence and what it means to us varies widely. Wherever we come from and whatever we value, being able to take care of ourselves — whatever that looks like — helps us and the people around us. Read article
Keep your brain strong: While your brain isn’t a muscle, it acts like one in some ways. Using it through mental, social and physical activities helps keep it strong, making it easier for you to think, learn and function. Read article
One thing today: Daily movement: What’s one way to take care of our bodies as we grow older? Discover gentle activities that can be adapted to keep us moving at any age. Play podcast
Healthy habits: This session explores the physical, mental, and social aspects of health and wellbeing. Participants will gain insight into the science underlying habit formation and its impact on daily routines. Participants will learn techniques for building healthy work and family routines that promote holistic health. Download
Ikigai: The key to a longer, happier life Discover Japan’s best-kept secret of ‘ikigai’ with Uptime and how it can help you find a greater sense of purpose, meaning, and joy each day. Watch video
