EAP, PERF Can Help in Difficult Times

In the aftermath of Hurricane Matthew, it’s reassuring to know there are two programs available to help employees:

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Hurricanes, flooding and tornadoes cause more than physical damage — they disrupt the lives of everyone affected by them. That’s one of the reasons the USPS Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is here … to help employees and family members cope with life-changing situations like the ones brought on by hurricanes. For information or assistance 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, call 800-EAP-4-YOU, (800-327-4968). TTY assistance is available at 877-492-7341. The EAP website is: eap4you.com.

Postal Employees’ Relief Fund (PERF)
The Postal Employees’ Relief Fund (PERF) offers assistance to active and retired employees affected  by natural disasters. Employees or retirees who are victims of a natural disaster and have experienced a significant monetary loss after insurance and other relief assistance should review PERF eligibility criteria at www.postalrelief.com and mail a completed application with supporting documentation to:

Postal Employees’ Relief Fund
PO Box 7630
Woodbridge VA 22195-7630

You can always contribute to PERF at www.postalrelief.com by clicking the “Donate Now” button online and using your credit card, or sending a check or money order payable to PERF, PO Box 34422, Washington DC 20043-4422.  Or you can donate to PERF through the upcoming Combined Federal Campaign.