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10/22/2026

Do your employees feel safe speaking up at work?

Psychological safety is more than a workplace buzzword. It’s about creating an environment where employees feel comfortable sharing ideas, asking questions, expressing concerns, and admitting mistakes without fear of embarrassment or retaliation.

When people feel safe to speak up, teams can build trust, strengthen communication, learn from challenges, and work together more effectively.

Creating a psychologically safe workplace starts with leadership, everyday interactions, and a commitment to making employees feel heard and valued.

📝 Want to learn more?

Read our latest blog written by Becca Barnhouse, our Training and Employee Development Manager to discover how psychological safety can make a difference in your workplace!

👉 Read the blog: https://empac-eap.com/2026/10/why-psychological-safety-isnt-quiet-your-realistic-guide/

Healthy People. Thriving Organizations.

People sometimes describe psychological safety with words like "soft” or “quiet.” An early-morning lake that’s still and peaceful, with no ripple in sight. It paints a pretty picture, but life and people aren’t always pretty or serene. Life is messy. People are messy. So what does psycholo...

10/20/2026

💙 Wellness Fix in ’26: Social Wellness 💙

At empac eap, we believe that healthy employees strengthen our community and strong connections are an important part of overall well-being!

This quarter, we’re focusing on Social Wellness: building and maintaining healthy, mutually supportive relationships and finding ways to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

Whether it’s checking in on a friend, sharing a laugh with a coworker, volunteering in your community, or making time for meaningful conversations, small actions can make a big difference.

✨ A few ways to strengthen your social wellness:

💬 Make time for open, honest conversations.

🤝 Invest in relationships that encourage and support you.

💙 Offer a kind word or positive feedback to someone.

🌱 Find opportunities to connect, learn, and grow together.

Social wellness isn’t just about our personal lives, it plays an important role in creating healthier, more connected workplaces, too.

What’s one small thing you can do this week to strengthen a connection?

Share your ideas in the comments!

10/15/2026

Wow! What an honor it is to celebrate our October partnership anniversaries. Thank you for investing in your team members! Your commitment to mental health and wellness gives your employees the support they need when they need it most.

This month's partner anniversaries are:
- Metal Fab
- Senior Services of Wichita, Inc.
- Friends University
- City of Wichita
- ARSI, Inc.
- William Newton Memorial Hospital
- Aero-Tech Engineering
- Wichita Family Crisis Center
- USD 373 Newton
- Spray Equipment & Service Center
- Sedgwick County Zoological Society, Inc.
- Cowley County
- Paragon Services
- Atlas School
- Greater Wichita Partnership
- Trust Women Foundation
- Buffco Engineering, Inc.
- Vortex Air Duct Cleaning, Restoration, General Contractor

When challenges come, and they always do, your teams have a place to turn. That access builds resilience, helping people recover, adapt, and keep moving forward at work and at home.

Here's to another year of helping your employees thrive. We're grateful to stand beside you.

Want to bring that same support to your team? Let's connect today: https://empac-eap.com/request-a-quote/

10/13/2026

We’re excited to welcome Family Promise of Greater Wichita as a new empac EAP member for October! 🎉

Family Promise is making a meaningful difference in our community by helping families experiencing homelessness find stability and a path toward housing security. We’re honored to partner with an organization so dedicated to strengthening families and building a brighter future.

At empac EAP, we believe that supporting the people who care for others is essential.

We look forward to providing resources, guidance, and support to help their team thrive both personally and professionally.

Thank you, Family Promise of Greater Wichita, for allowing us to be part of your mission! 💙

Healthy People. Thriving Organizations.

10/09/2026

Did you know Black women are the most highly educated and have the highest labor force participation rates proportionately in the United States?

They are more likely to be the primary breadwinners for their families, greatly helping the economy.

Black women are more likely than other groups to be entrepreneurs, building media companies, venture capital funds, and women’s wellness brands.

Yet too often, they're expected to perform the "strong" persona, absorb microaggressions in silence, and show up only when a crisis needs solving.

So what does that look like for leaders and teammates?

- Practice allyship in action. Call out microaggressions in the moment. Listen without defensiveness. Ensure fair, equal compensation.

- Support culturally competent care. Connect employees with therapists who understand how race and gender intersect.

- Invest in community. Fund safe spaces and healing circles that nurture wellness beyond the office.

- Honor authenticity and boundaries. Give people room to protect their peace without conforming to restrictive corporate norms.

Resilience grows when it's shared. Let’s listen, act, and create space for every voice – then we all can thrive.

Ready to learn more about creating an equitable workplace? We can help. Start now: https://empac-eap.com/request-a-quote/

10/06/2026

🔎 Is Your EAP Still Meeting the Needs of Your Employees?

HR leaders and business owners, when was the last time you evaluated your Employee Assistance Program?

Your EAP should be a trusted resource that supports your people, strengthens your workplace, and gives your leadership team the support they need when challenges arise.

Consider asking:

✔️ Are we getting the services and support our organization needs?
✔️ Does our EAP provide more than counseling?
✔️ Is our EAP responsive when a critical situation occurs?
✔️ Does our current EAP provide leadership development opportunities for our workforce?
✔️ Are we receiving meaningful support, resources, and communication from our EAP partner?
✔️ Does our current EAP understand the unique needs of our organization and community?
✔️ Do we view our current EAP as a trusted partner?

If you're unsure about the answers or simply want to see what else is available, we'd love to talk and explore whether your organization is getting the value, accessibility, and people-first support you deserve.

💙 Request a FREE, no-obligation consultation with empac EAP.

📩 [email protected] to schedule your complimentary consultation.

Healthy People. Thriving Organizations.

10/02/2026

💙 Thank You to Our Amazing Member Companies! 💙

What a great 2026 Annual Meeting! We are incredibly grateful to the organizations that partner with empac and make it possible for us to support healthy people, thriving organizations, and stronger communities.

A few highlights we shared this year:

🏢 266 companies partnered with Empac for EAP services.

💙 empac provided nearly 20,000 hours of direct service.

📞 9,000+ incoming calls representing employees and organizations reaching out for support and resources to a live person!

🌎 Our counseling network now extends across 25 states, helping us connect employees with support wherever they are.

🎓 We’re expanding our training and leadership offerings, with topics ranging from psychological safety and leading without fear to imposter syndrome, public speaking, and building stronger workplace cultures.

Most importantly, we want to say THANK YOU. Your partnership allows empac to provide counseling, coaching, training, and resources that make a meaningful difference in the lives of employees and the organizations we serve.

We appreciate your trust, your participation, and your commitment to the well-being of your people.

Healthy People. Thriving Organizations. 💙

Want to learn more about who we are and what we do? Reach out! [email protected]

09/29/2026

🧠 October is just a few days away and it's ADHD Awareness Month.

We highlighted ADHD in women in our September empac Frontline Employee Newsletter, and it’s a topic worth continuing the conversation about.

ADHD can look different from what many people expect, and it can impact focus, organization, time management, communication, and daily routines.

In the workplace, a little understanding can make a big difference.

💙 Lead with curiosity, not assumptions.
💙 Recognize that everyone works and processes information differently.
💙 Focus on strengths while finding strategies that support success.
💙 Create an environment where employees feel comfortable asking for support.

Awareness is often the first step toward understanding, and understanding can create a more supportive workplace for everyone. If you would like to learn more, give us a call!

Healthy People. Thriving Organizations.

09/25/2026

🍂 As the seasons change, so can we.

Cooler temperatures, shorter days, and changes in our routines can affect more than just our wardrobe. For some people, the transition into fall and winter can bring changes in mood, energy, sleep, and motivation. Seasonal depression (also called Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD) is a real concern for many.

This fall, lean into your EAP. 💙

You don’t have to wait until you’re in crisis to reach out. Your EAP can be a confidential resource for support with:

✨ Stress and feeling overwhelmed

✨ Changes in mood or motivation

✨ Family and relationship concerns

✨ Work-life balance

✨ Grief, anxiety, or other personal challenges

✨ Connecting with additional community resources

A change in season is a great reminder to check in with yourself. If you’re not feeling like yourself, reaching out for support can be an important first step.

🍁 This fall, take care of yourself and remember, your EAP is here.