Employee Assistance Progam
Confidential mental health/work life education, counseling, referral, and follow-up support.
About
Counseling and resources for; depression/anxiety, grief/loss, family/relationship concern, substance abuse disorders, domestic violence, anger management, caregivers, job stress etc.
Onsite EAP counseling/consultation free to MAF employees and family members.
Management consultation on how to assist/refer employees dealing with stress that may be effecting work performance.
Crises counseling for onsite/offsite traumatic events
Staffed by a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) and Certified EAP Professional (CEAP)
Health 4 Life
EAP Anonymous Client and Presentation Evaluation Surveys
Contact
Porter Pryor LPC, CEAP
EAP Coordinator
porter.j.pryor@nasa.gov
228-363-4910
NASA after-hours EAP support line:
888-728-1404
(available evenings and weekends)
Located in the MAF Medical Clinic
with Private Entrance
Building 320, Room 105
Events
Insights into Domestic Violence: What Everyone Should Know
Time/Date: October 4, 12:00 – 1:00 pm CST Speaker: Rene’ Davis, Gulf Coast Center for Nonviolence Host: The Office of The Chief Health and Medical Officer (OCHMO) This session will be recorded During this session, the speaker will discuss various crucial aspects of the domestic violence cycle, including the definition of “domestic violence”, the prevalence …
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Monthly Messages
A Message from your NASA MAF Employee Assistance Program Office and EAP Coordinator Porter Pryor:
April is National Alcohol Awareness Month
April 2023
Dr. George F. Koob, Ph.D., Director of the NIAAA (National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism) wants readers to learn about Alcohol Use Disorder and ways to get help. While he acknowledges that most US adults who drink Alcohol do so moderately and without complications, Alcohol Use disorder (AUD) affects about 15 million adults in the US and an estimated 88 million people die of alcohol related deaths annually, making alcohol the third leading cause of death in the nation. In his article link https://www.niaaa.nih.gov/about-niaaa/directors-page/niaaa-directors-blog/alcohol-awareness-month-learn-about-alcohol-use-disorder-and-ways-get-help Dr. Koob helps folks consider if alcohol use disorder may be affecting their own lives or a family member’s and how to locate available resources for help. This includes an additional link to the NIH publication “Rethinking Drinking: Alcohol and Your Health” which can be downloaded and shared with friends, family and colleagues https://www.rethinkingdrinking.niaaa.nih.gov/
Please remember that individual help is available through NASA’s on-site EAP, MAF Employee Assistance Program Office, as well as additional resource at the Agency Occupational Health Program Health 4 Life - Home (sharepoint.com).
Past Monthly Messages
Suicide Prevention “Talk Saves Lives”
One Hour Introduction to Suicide Prevention “Talk Saves Lives” by the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention. Presented in partnership by the Louisiana Mental Health Association and the South-Central Louisiana Human Services Authority April 14,2023 Time: 12-1pm CST: Information and registration at: Home – American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (attendease.com) If You are concerned about your …
Message on Domestic Violence Awareness and Resources for Employees and Managers
Stress from holiday shopping, finances, and planning can aggravate volatile personalities. Abusers are more likely to partake of alcohol or drugs when they don’t have to work. If you are in an abusive relationship or are wondering if you are, the information links included below can help you with information to validate your concerns or …
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New Orleans Emergency Relief Resources
The EAP office wants to pass on some resources for those employees, friends or family that may have been affected by last weeks tornadoes. Please know that the EAP office is here to provide trauma or grief counseling to any employee or immediate family members that may be suffering. New Orleans Area Emergency Relief Resources …
Reflect to Refuel and Reignite Your Wellbeing
A Message from your NASA MAF Employee Assistance Program Office and EAP Coordinator Porter Pryor: Reflect to Refuel and Reignite Your Wellbeing, Dec. 9 The Office of the Chief Health and Medical Officer invites all NASA civil servants and contractors to attend a virtual presentation on Thursday, Dec. 9, from 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. via Teams, featuring Marlene …
Assistance for Parents Who May Need a Little Help Keeping Kids Entertained and Educated at Home
A Message from your NASA MAF Employee Assistance Program Office and EAP Coordinator Porter Pryor: Assistance for Parents Who May Need a Little Help Keeping Kids Entertained and Educated at Home With positive COVID cases rising, it’s possible that parents may find themselves quarantined at home with kids for brief periods. While schools may be providing online …
Prescription Opioids: The Basics” from the CDC
A Message from your NASA MAF Employee Assistance Program Office and EAP Coordinator Porter Pryor: “Prescription Opioids: The Basics” from the CDC (Get Informed | Real Stories About Prescription Opioids | Rx Awareness | CDC) The MAF Employee Assistance Program is beginning a monthly Drug and Alcohol message series aimed at educating employees and managers on the dangers …