Union EAP

03/18/2026

03/18/2026

The Resource Library is OPEN 🌐 Check out our curated selection of videos, articles and more for union members covering a wide variety of topics, all on our website. Can’t find what you need in our Resource Library? Give us a call, text or email ⬇️

Our Care Coordinators are available for members 24/7/365, including nights, weekends and holidays 🗓️ Because Members Matter!

☎️ (855) 500-1915
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 www.unioneap.com/resource-library/

03/13/2026

Meet the founder & CEO of Union EAP, Ben Cort, and learn a bit more about his background in this video 🎥

From leadership roles in treatment organizations to policy advocacy and community outreach, Ben has been driven by the mission to expand access to high-quality care for individuals and families facing mental health and addiction challenges. His commitment to improving the lives and standard of care for union members by providing confidential support ultimately led him to establish Union EAP.

Ben has also consulted with organizations such as the National Football League and the National Collegiate Athletic Association, researching best practices for athlete wellness and recovery. As he says, everything in his career has led up to Union EAP and provided insights he now applies to the organized labor and skilled trades workforce.

Ben’s story highlights the purpose behind Union EAP: ensuring workers and their loved ones have access to professional, compassionate support whenever they need it.

Union members can call, text or email our Care Coordinators 24/7/365, so they never have to go through hard times alone.

☎️ (855) 500-1915
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 www.unioneap.com

03/06/2026

Throwback to the 2025 SMART Leadership Conference ⚒️ Union EAP CEO Ben Cort discussed the importance of improving the standard of care and available resources for union members, and how that mission continues every day.

At Union EAP, our team is continuously developing programs, partnerships and resources to help address the everyday challenges many workers face. From crisis support to financial guidance to overall wellness, our collective goal remains the same: ensure union members and their families can access support whenever they need it.

Chris Carlough, SMART Director of Wellness and Mental Health Support, emphasized during the conference:
“We can talk about this — talk is cheap. But when we start putting money behind this and demanding professional care for our members, then we’re doing something.”

Ben Cort reinforced that commitment: “I can look you square in the eye and tell you that our people will fight for your members — for their mental health, for their overall well-being. We will provide the same service and care to you that you give to the world.”

Union EAP is proud to support over 40,000 union members across the US. Members and their families can contact Union EAP 24/7, 365 days a year, for confidential support via call, text or email, so they never have to face life’s challenges alone.

☎️ (855) 500-1915
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 www.unioneap.com

02/27/2026

“You are not alone. You don’t need to walk alone. Your union is here — we have your back.”

Union EAP CEO Ben Cort joins Chris Carlough, SMART Director of Wellness and Mental Health Support, on the Talking SMART podcast to have an honest conversation about support, connection and why reaching out is a sign of strength — not weakness.

In this episode, they discuss the real challenges union members face both on and off the job, and the importance of building a culture where no one feels like they have to handle it alone. From mental health to substance use support, the message is clear: when we show up for each other, we’re stronger together.

By filling in the gaps and breaking down barriers for mental health care and wellness support, SMART, SMOHIT and Union EAP are working to reduce the stigma and fear around asking for help, with the collective goal of improving the lives of members and their families.

🎧 Listen to the full episode on the website, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or PodBean.

Union EAP provides 24/7 concierge-style support for Union members and their families, so they never have to go through hard times alone. Not sure if you’re covered? Give us a call, text or email anytime and one of our Care Coordinators will be happy to help!

☎️ (855) 500-1915
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 www.unioneap.com

02/18/2026

“The stigma around men’s mental health has created a silent crisis — a crisis that is quite literally killing us.”
– Dustin Hogan

Too many of us bottle things up, telling ourselves to “man up” and “tough it out.” But staying silent makes the weight even heavier, and despite the stigma around speaking up, silence doesn’t make us stronger.

Union EAP is here 24/7 with confidential support for mental health, substance use, family challenges and more.

You don’t have to solve it alone. Reach out anytime.

☎️ (855) 500-1915
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 www.unioneap.com

02/14/2026

The information from media we consume every day doesn’t just inform us — it influences how we feel. Endless headlines, notifications and negative news cycles can quietly add to our stress levels over time.

Constant media exposure can increase anxiety, mental fatigue, and emotional overwhelm. This blog by offers practical strategies to set boundaries, limit screen time, and engage with media more intentionally so you can better protect your well-being.

If you’ve been feeling mentally drained or on edge, your media habits could be playing a role, and small adjustments can make a meaningful difference.

Read more on the Union EAP Blog to learn how to take control of your media habits and support your mental health.

☎️ (855) 500-1915
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 www.unioneap.com

02/12/2026

We always appreciate the opportunity to meet and speak with our members in person. Whether it’s a union meeting, Local picnic, or SMART MAP training, we are happy to be there!

This month, traveled to speak to members about the resources and services available to them through Union EAP, 24/7/365.

By connecting with people and providing a safe space, we are able to reduce the stigma and fear around reaching out for mental health support.

Members Matter. You never have to solve it alone!

☎️ 1 (855) 500-1915
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 www.unioneap.com

02/07/2026

⚠️ No need to pull out ChatGPT — just give us a quick call or text and our Care Coordinators will be able to confirm your coverage and assist you in any way they can. When you call, text or email Union EAP, you are speaking to real, qualified people, not pre-recorded messages or programmed bots. Union EAP is available for member 24/7, 365 days a year, because Members Matter ⚒️

Don’t be afraid to reach out. You don’t have to solve it alone.

☎️ (855) 500-1915
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 www.unioneap.com

02/02/2026

You don’t have to be an expert to make a difference ⚠️ Sometimes you just need the right tools to support yourself — and those around you.

Learn more about SMART MAP from Jeremy Holburn, SMOHIT Licensed Counselor, and Chris Carlough, SMART Director of Wellness and Mental Health Support, as they discuss the training experience and why peer-to-peer support matters. SMART MAP offers immersive, peer-focused training designed to equip union members with the skills, confidence and compassion to support fellow members and loved ones facing mental health and substance use challenges. Participants learn how to listen intentionally, recognize early warning signs, and help connect others to the right resources when they need them most.

SMART MAP has grown into an essential program that includes both local peer mentor trainings and regional educational sessions. These trainings provide foundational knowledge around substance use, ethical communication, confidentiality and emotional support techniques 📝 By preparing members to support one another without judgment or pressure to “fix” the problem, the program helps reduce stigma and ensures members and their families have someone they trust to lean on during difficult moments.

Union EAP is proud to support initiatives like SMART MAP that help create workplaces where support is always within reach.

🗓️ Learn more about upcoming SMART MAP Trainings: https://www.smohit.org/smart-map/

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01/29/2026

Union EAP is available for members 24/7/365, including weekends and holidays ⏰ Don’t be afraid to reach out! Use the QR code in our story highlights to auto-add Union EAP to your contacts 📲

☎️ (855) 500-1915
✉️ [email protected]
🌐 www.unioneap.com