Free Mental Health Services for Employers Locally

Problem gambling awareness and addition are among the many services provided by Iroquois Mental Health Center (IMHC) with locations in Monee, Manteno, Manhattan and Kankakee. Now, IMHC is offering a free Employee Assistance Program for any employer.

In an effort to increase access to mental health care critically needed during the pandemic, IMHC is waiving fees normally charged to employers for its Employee Assistance Program. All employers who offer private insurance qualify.

The Employee Assistance Program provides two free sessions to employees whose employer joins the free program. After the two sessions, the employer/employee private insurance would apply.

During this pandemic, it is important that people have the best health care available, and Iroquois Mental Health Center is committed to removing any barriers possible for employers and employees to get the help they need,” said IMHC Director Dennis Hopkins, Ph.D.

IMHC offers a wide range of mental health services including individual, youth and family counseling; addiction, grief counseling; crisis management; comprehensive DUI services; domestic violence program including batterers intervention and treatment; and job coaching.

Common topics include divorce and family conflicts, depression, anxiety, ADHD, bullying and cyber bullying. All services provided to employees are anonymous to employers.

“We find that our patients lead happier lives and are better employees,” Hopkins said. “Employers who participate in this benefit program have less drama and less turnover at work.”

IMHC has offices in Cissna Park, Clifton, Hoopeston, Kankakee, Manhattan, Manteno, Milford, Monee, Onarga, Rossville, Sheldon, and Watseka. Employees seeking services would call a single, main phone number to find the right service provider for them, at 815-432-5241.

Most services are available for both adults and children, in individual, and sometimes group or family sessions.

The 24-hour crisis like is available for all ages at 815-432-5241. Employers interested in learning more about the Employee Assistance Program can contact Erin Gallagher at Erin@ErinGallagher.net.