As a featured event of EAP Month, an EAP seminar is scheduled for Monday,
March 29, 1 - 2 PM, in the University Center, Ocoee Room 307.  This general
interest seminar is entitled "Recognizing the Positives-Catching others at
their best!" The stated objectives of the seminar are to improve sense of
well being, help alleviate stress and/or grief, help to feel good in heart
and soul, and strengthen mind and body.  Wayne Maddox is the presenter.

Those wishing to attend the EAP seminar may register by contacting Kathy
Bonham by e-mail, [log in to unmask] , or by phone 425-4452.

March is EAP month.

During March, the State of Tennessee makes a special effort to remind state
and University employees of the benefits made available to them through our
Employee Assistance Program.  

The EAP is a COST FREE, confidential counseling service for state employees
and their eligible dependents. Counseling from local professionals is
available to assist in working through a wide range of issues: emotional,
financial, family-related, legal, stress, elder care, etc. EAP services are
accessible by calling 1-877-237-8574 any time of day, any day of the year.
Additional information regarding our EAP is accessible on the website:

http://www.state.tn.us/finance/ins/eap/eap.html

ALSO …with EAP Month… CONTEST…."Tell Your Story".  EAP is asking employees
to write an account of a positive experience as a giver or recipient of a
valuable service at work or in the community.  All entries should be typed
written consisting of one page (8-1/2 x 11) single or double spaced. An
awarded will be given to the winning entry.  Deadline for entries - March
31st.  Please include your name, department and telephone number.  Address
for entries-State EAP Office, 13th floor, William Snodgrass-TN
Tower, 312 Eighth Avenue North, Nashville, TN 37243, Online at
www.state.tn.us/finance/ins/eap or fax to 615-741-8196.




Kathy Bonham
Benefits Specialist
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
Personnel Services, Dept. #3603
615 McCallie Ave.
Chattanooga, TN  37403
Office 423-425-4452
Fax 423-425-4574