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Workplace Options Wellbeing solutions that drive positive outcomes for organizations while transforming people’s lives

Workplace Options (WPO) is the world's leading provider of integrated employee well-being programs. We serve more than 71 million employees across 116,000 organizations, worldwide. From Employee Assistance Programs to work-life support to wellness services, if an employee needs support, we have the tools to provide it. For more info on the full spectrum of the services we provide to organizations and employees around the world, please visit www.workplaceoptions.com.

Each year, the 31st of May marks World No To***co Day—spotlighting the dangers of using to***co and encouraging people t...
05/31/2026

Each year, the 31st of May marks World No To***co Day—spotlighting the dangers of using to***co and encouraging people to quit.

For health insurers, investing in to***co cessation is one of the most impactful steps they can take to improve member wellbeing while controlling costs. With the right support, individuals can increase their chances of quitting using evidence-based strategies to break maladaptive patterns and replace them with healthier habits.

With WPO’s Global To***co Cessation program, insurers can deliver the personalized care and ongoing guidance members need to achieve sustained cessation, equipping them with the tools and insights they need to confront underlying triggers and avoid critical setbacks.

Read the full article here: https://www.workplaceoptions.com/blog/to***co-cessation-coaching-for-insurers/

Learn more about our to***co cessation coaching here: https://www.workplaceoptions.com/wellbeing_solutions/to***co-cessation-coaching/

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Is your organization truly ready for Pride? As the celebratory month nears, now is the perfect time to reflect on the wo...
05/26/2026

Is your organization truly ready for Pride?

As the celebratory month nears, now is the perfect time to reflect on the work still to be done. While many workplaces have made powerful strides toward inclusion, nearly half of LGBTQIA+ individuals continue to experience discrimination and harassment at work (Williams Institute).

Creating truly inclusive workplaces requires more than symbolic gestures during the month of June. By investing in safe, confidential support, leaders can help build psychologically safe environments rooted in authenticity, respect, and belonging.

Whether it’s navigating coming out, workplace dynamics, gender identity, or mental health experiences, our EAP provides the support individuals need to overcome challenges and thrive as their full, authentic selves.

Download the report now to read about our support in action—and the meaningful difference it can make in LGBTQIA+ individuals’ lives: https://www.workplaceoptions.com/blog/psychological-safety-starts-with-belonging-a-reminder-for-pride-month/

Mental Health Awareness Month is a time to reflect on what truly sustains employee wellbeing—and this year, WPO is turni...
05/21/2026

Mental Health Awareness Month is a time to reflect on what truly sustains employee wellbeing—and this year, WPO is turning the spotlight toward a group whose needs too often go unseen: caregivers.

With over a fifth of employees shouldering caregiving responsibilities, the impact of such oversight can be catastrophic. As work-life balance issues drive absenteeism, burnout, and disengagement among caregivers, the overall effectiveness of their teams is also put at risk.

To avoid this, better support for working caregivers is needed that acknowledges the full spectrum of challenges they face. To that end, WPO has launched a new employer guide dedicated to helping organizations better understand, support, and engage caregiving employees—and realize the full potential of their teams.

Download the employer guide here: https://www.workplaceoptions.com/whitepapers/caring-for-caregivers-a-guide-for-employers/

As organizations continue to navigate rising stress, uncertainty, and evolving workforce expectations, employee wellbein...
05/20/2026

As organizations continue to navigate rising stress, uncertainty, and evolving workforce expectations, employee wellbeing has shifted from a competitive advantage to a key organizational priority. Yet wellbeing is about more than simply offering benefits— it’s about creating a culture where employees feel supported enough to actually use them.

During a roundtable discussion at Fórum RH 2026 in Portugal, Workplace Options unpacked what it takes to build cultures where wellbeing is embedded into the employee experience. Key themes included:

- The role of empathetic leadership in normalizing conversations around mental health and help-seeking
- The growing demand for holistic support that addresses employees’ needs both inside and outside of work
- The value of flexible wellbeing solutions that evolve alongside employees’ changing needs

Read more here: https://www.workplaceoptions.com/pt/en/blog/wpo-at-hr-forum-2026-portugal-wellbeing-as-a-strategic-priority/

As cancer survivorship grows, more survivors are returning to the workplace than ever before—urging leaders to provide m...
05/20/2026

As cancer survivorship grows, more survivors are returning to the workplace than ever before—urging leaders to provide meaningful support.

As Hal Morgan writes in a new article for WPO, how well survivors readjust to work depends on the quality of employers’ response. Through thoughtful policies, streamlined processes, inclusive cultures, and responsive support, employers can create environments where survivors feel seen and heard—and ready to fully re-engage at work.

It all starts with a clear understanding of what these initiatives look like, and how they can be applied across the workplace.

Read the full article to learn more: https://www.workplaceoptions.com/blog/creating-a-cancer-friendly-workplace-policies-and-practices-for-inclusivity/

Working caregivers face complex, often compounding demands that can place significant strain on their work-life balance ...
05/19/2026

Working caregivers face complex, often compounding demands that can place significant strain on their work-life balance and wellbeing. Beyond caring for children, many also support aging parents and loved ones navigating illness; roles that require sustained emotional presence and practical coordination.

Through comprehensive support that addresses these realities, employers can help caregivers maintain equilibrium across competing demands—allowing them to thrive both personally and professionally.

To support meaningful, timely action, WPO has released a new employer guide focused on strengthening caregiver support and driving better organizational outcomes.

Download the guide now for more insights and stories: https://www.workplaceoptions.com/whitepapers/caring-for-caregivers-a-guide-for-employers/

Across the U.S. and Canada, education ranks as a high-performing sector for employee mental health. Yet these averages c...
05/18/2026

Across the U.S. and Canada, education ranks as a high-performing sector for employee mental health. Yet these averages conceal a more nuanced reality. According to the TELUS Health U.S. MHI, teacher-parents score significantly lower than their peers without children, with average scores falling into the “strained” mental health range.

In a new piece for Teacher Magazine, Chief Clinical Officer Dr. Kennette Thigpen examines why this group often goes unseen, why existing wellness initiatives often fall short, and what it would take to build more sustainable support systems for caregiving educators.

Read the full article: https://teachmag.com/the-hidden-mental-health-gap-for-teacher-parents/

05/18/2026

In moments of profound uncertainty and stress—such as those impacting families across the Gulf region—child and family wellbeing rests on predictable, everyday routines.

“It doesn’t have to be rigid or perfect. It’s more about having consistent touchpoints throughout the day,” explains clinical psychologist Marianne Khlat in an all-new episode of Wellbeing at Work.

“A consistent wake-up time, a shared meal, a bedtime routine that looks the same almost every night, these things signal to a child’s nervous system—and to adults’, too—that the world is okay.”

As parents and caregivers work to reorient their families amid ongoing disruption, these small, repeatable moments become anchors that help to restore a sense of safety, stability, and control when so much else feels uncertain.

Tune in now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or at https://www.workplaceoptions.com/ae/podcasts/supporting-families-through-uncertainty/

05/15/2026

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, and this year, we’re using to spotlight an employee group whose emotional wellbeing is often overlooked: caregivers.

Whether caring for children, aging parents, or loved ones navigating illness, the demands placed on working carers are significant. Without adequate support, these pressures can lead to chronic stress and burnout – putting the performance of entire teams at risk.

As Sarah Wood, VP & GM of Emerging Solutions, explains, by paying closer attention to the caregiver experience, employers can reduce stress, strengthen performance, and create a more resilient, thriving workplace.

It all starts with strategies that acknowledge the full scale of challenges caregivers face – and provide meaningful support every step of the way.

Download our employer guide now to learn how to better support caregivers – and unlock the full potential of a considerable portion of your workforce: https://www.workplaceoptions.com/whitepapers/caring-for-caregivers-a-guide-for-employers/

May is for Mental Health Awareness in the US and UK, marking the perfect time for leaders to reflect on the emotional li...
05/14/2026

May is for Mental Health Awareness in the US and UK, marking the perfect time for leaders to reflect on the emotional literacy of their teams.

With psychological safety a proven hallmark of a thriving and engaged team, it’s essential that leaders monitor for gaps in understanding or acceptance that could undermine employee trust and wellbeing.

With WPO’s extensive catalogue of Global Learning Solutions, organizations can implement customized training programs aimed at strengthening employees’ emotional intelligence, fostering empathy and compassion—for oneself and others—and cultivating an open and supportive culture wherein everyone feels safe to seek the help they need.

When employees feel seen and accepted as people with changing emotional and wellbeing needs, the more likely they are to seek timely assistance—resulting in a healthier, more resilient workforce and a stronger and more sustainable organizational performance.

Check out our full catalogue of Global Learning Solutions at https://www.workplaceoptions.com/wellbeing_solutions/global-learning-solutions/

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