Tag: Employee Assistance Programme

HR professionals often face the challenge of selecting an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) that truly meets their workforce's diverse needs. Organizations that implement structured, professional-led mental health support report improvements in employee retention and productivity within 12 months, highlighting the importance of a well-chosen EAP (Tripartite advisory on mental health and well-being at workplaces).

An Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) is a confidential support service your employer provides, usually short-term counselling or coaching for everyday worries. What you say is not shared with your manager or employer, with a few rare exceptions for safety or the law.

Employers in Singapore are increasingly recognizing the importance of comprehensive Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs) to support employee mental well-being, aligning with recommendations from the Tripartite Advisory on Mental Well-being at Workplaces.

Employers in Singapore are increasingly recognizing the importance of mental well-being, with the Ministry of Manpower recommending that organizations consider implementing measures like Employee Assistance Programmes (EAPs). Globally, depression and anxiety cost the economy US$1 trillion annually in lost productivity, underscoring the financial imperative for robust workplace mental health support.