In partnership with IMPACT Solutions, the Ohio State Employee Assistance Program (EAP) has introduced Tess, a mental health chatbot, available for employees and their families. Start a conversation by texting “Hi” to 415-360-0023 and use code “buckeyes” when prompted. Tess delivers coping strategies based on the emotions you express. Tess is confidential and a helpful resource for teens, college students and adults. Learn more.
Month: April 2020
Donate at Upcoming Buckeye Blood Drives
There are still appointments available at upcoming blood drives. Everyone who comes to give will receive a gift card for a free box meal from Raising Canes. Make an appointment for one of these drives then look for the Versiti bloodmobile, which will be parked at these locations:
- Thursday, April 30, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Outpatient Care East, Conference, room 2113
Make an appointment - Friday, May 8, 8 a.m. – 7 p.m., north side of James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute, outside conference room space
Make an appointment - Thursday, May 21, 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., East Hospital, Wallace Auditorium
Make an appointment
For Versiti’s COVID-19 safety precautions, go to versiti.org.
Donate at Upcoming Buckeye Blood Drives
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Ohio State: Wellness App Now Available for Android, iOS
During these difficult times we know you may be facing new challenges and we are here to support you with the resources you need. The Ohio State: Wellness app is now available for download on Android and iOS devices to support student mental health and well-being. Whether you’re looking to find resources for yourself or someone you care about, the Wellness app is a great place to start. Download the app on any Android or iOS device.
New Wellness Resources Available Until May 3
New fitness, mental resilience, financial wellbeing and nutrition resources are available in the Your Plan for Health (YP4H) Virgin Pulse portal. The new programs include free or expanded access for YP4H participants until May 31 to support you during the COVID-19 pandemic. Access workout classes, financial guides, healthy eating tips and mindfulness videos. Learn more about each resource on the Office of Human Resources Keep Well page. |
STAR Program Offers Employee Well-Being Resources
The Stress, Trauma And Resilience (STAR) Program is offering new mental health resources with support from clinicians at Harding Hospital and the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Health:
- The STAR phone line 614-293-STAR (7827) offers live, confidential one-on-one phone support 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Monday through Friday
- A daily virtual support group, The Daily Boost, has both 15- and 30-minute sessions Monday through Friday
A Message from the Chief Wellness Officer
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