Need help or support handling a disability?

If you or someone you care for has a disability because of illness, injury, or disease, you know that support is critical. LifeWorks^® can help with personal phone support from caring, professional consultants whenever you need it. You can call LifeWorks to speak with a trained disability consultant to discuss your concerns, help you understand your options, and identify support and services appropriate to your situation. You can also go online to read or download a wide range of life articles that can help you find the information and support you're looking for, including:

• Support Groups for Caregivers

• Options for People with Special Needs and Their Families

• Planning Ahead When Your Child has a Disability

• Raising a Child with a Disability: Your Rights and Responsibilities

• Taking Control of Your Chronic Condition

• Assistive Technology

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To find out more about how LifeWorks can help you, call:

800-362-9874

TTY/TDD: 800-346-9188 Or visit www.lifeworks.com

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Password: 2670

 LifeWorks is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. It's free and confidential! 

Your local EAP Coordinator is also available to assist you. To find his/her number,
call 800-822-0244 or go to www.worklife.state.ny.us/eap

LifeWorks is sponsored by the New York State Family Benefits Program,

 jointly funded through the negotiated agreements between the State

ofNew York and CSEA, PEF, DC37, UUP, and GSEU.
GOER contributes on behalf of M/C employees.

George E. Pataki, Governor