Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
 Jeffrey Myles,
713-447-2164
MEC Employee Assistance Program Chairperson
Email: EAGLEEAP@aol.com
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(EAP for
US Airways Flight 1549
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AFA
Disaster Relief
Fund
To All AFA Members and Retirees:
We know that disaster has changed your lives in so many
ways. While we can’t stop destructive events from happening,
we can, as a Union, assist you in your recovery effort. AFA
established a disaster fund after September 11th
to aid our members who were placed in harms way. AFA members
and retirees, whose primary residence is in a
federally-declared disaster area, and who have suffered
damage and/or dislocation, are eligible for $200.00 from the
AFA Disaster Relief Fund. It is a gift made possible by the
generosity of you fellow union sisters and brothers with
AFA..
This recovery packet lists other resources available to
you, as well as provides a description of how to access AFA
Disaster Relief Funds, if they are available. If you have
any questions about how to apply for this fund, please call
the international EAP office at 1-800-424-2406.
We extend our heartfelt sympathy to you and your family
during this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Patricia A. Friend
International President
Disaster Recovery Resources
AFA
Disaster Relief Fund (AFA-DRF) www.afanet.org
AFA members and retirees, whose primary residence is
located in a federally-declared disaster area and who have
suffered damage and/or dislocation, are eligible for $200.00
from the AFA-DRF, if they are available. To apply, fax the
attached form to 202-434-1411 or send the information via
email to
eapassist@afanet.org.
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA)www.fema.gov
This Federal agency distributes money and services to
individuals in designated disaster areas whose property has
been damaged or destroyed and whose losses are not covered
by insurance. Assistance may include cash grants up to
$26,000. Register for the Individual Assistance Program at
1-800-621-FEMA or link to:
FEMA’s Guide to the
Application Process
www.fema.gov/about/process.
Register for the
Individual Assistance Programwww.fema.gov/assistance/index.shtm
The Union
Plus Credit Card-DRF www.unionprivilege.org/hurricane.cfm
Cardholders experiencing financial hardships due to a
disaster may be eligible for Union Plus Disaster Relief Fund
grants which are available from $500 to $2000 and do not
need to be repaid. To apply for a DRF grant, cardholders
should call the Credit Card Disaster Relief Helpline at
1-877-761-5028. Other special assistance for cardholders
includes lower rates and fee waivers for cardholders.
Other
Union Plus programs are available disaster victims. Call or
link to:
Internal
Revenue Service (IRS)
www.irs.gov
The IRS offers Special Tax Considerations for taxpayers
experiencing loss in declared disaster areas. Visit their
website to find out more.
AFA-CWA
EAP
If you are in need of other assistance, including mental
health referrals or a fellow flight attendant who will
listen, contact your local AFA EAP committee. Your
committee members can be found at
www.afanet.org or call the International EAP Department
for their names and numbers. Your calls are confidential
and help is just a phone call away. 1-800-424-2406
(Copy and paste into an email):
Association of Flight
Attendants-CWA
Application for
Disaster Relief Fund
Name________________________________________
Carrier_________________________________
Active Flight Attendant_____ Retiree_____
Domicile____________________________
Primary residence address affected by disaster:
Street____________________________________________________________
City_____________________________
State______________
Zip code________
Telephone
number where you can be reached now
________________________
Alternate telephone number
_______________________
Are you currently living in the residence? Yes
_____
No _____
If no, identify an alternate mailing address below where a
check from the Disaster Fund can mailed if you are eligible
and if funds are available:
Street____________________________________________________________
City_____________________________
State______________
Zip code________
E-mail address ______________________How often are you able
to check E-mail?__________
Send application
to: Association of Flight Attendants-CWA EAP
501 Third St. NW, 2nd Floor
Washington DC,
20001
Voice: (800) 424-2406
Fax: (202) 434-1411
E-mail:
eapassist@afanet.org
 DOT
Drug and Alcohol Change in
Procedures
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UNCERTAIN
ABOUT YOUR FUTURE???
During these times while the company is in the midst of
significant change, it may seem as if everything that has
been stable is now falling apart. You may feel that you are
completely alone in your struggle with your future and where
it may lead, even though you know your fellow coworkers are
facing the same issues.
It is important for you to know that you have support from
your union, The Association of Flight Attendants. The
Employee Assistance Program Committee wants to support the
Flight Attendant group in making the best decision possible
for each individual during these uncertain times. For those
not familiar with our committee, we are able to assist you
in numerous ways. Most may have heard of our committee in
relation to a medical or aircraft emergency. We also handle
professional standards issues with all work groups. We can
assist in day to day personal struggles whether
financial/legal, emotional/psychological, family
relationship, medical/health, stress, substance abuse etc.
Please keep in mind that we are completely confidential and
do not share any information about those who speak with us.
At this time when things are so up and down with the
company, you may experience any one or all of these types of
situations. You EAP committee members are just a phone call
away and will help guide you through any of these problems
or any others you may encounter.
We can help you locate the assistance you may need, local as
well as national. The AFA International EAP has collected
information listing various resources that are available to
assist you. The AFA EAP recommends three web sites that
members can visit to help determine how these upcoming
reductions may affect them.
www.afanet.org
(Click Furlough Tab on the AFA home page)
The AFA website offers a number of guides and resources to
assist individuals and families access health, legal, debt
management, unemployment, and other community services.
www.ahirc.org
The Access to Health Insurance/Resources for Care Website
provides a state by state database on health insurance
alternatives and low cost health care resources for the
unemployed, underemployed and self employed. At this site
you will find:
- Income-based health insurance plans
- Children’s health insurance plans
- Private Insurers and HMOs
- Managed care plan ratings
- Prescription, dental, and eye care programs
- Clinical trials
- Free and low-cost health services
- Income-based care at hospitals and clinics
- Financial assistance for Medical Bills
www.govbenefits.gov
(Click on the “benefits” tab)
This website provides you with federal and state-funded
programs for low to no income families on a state by state
basis. You can find the specific eligibility criteria for
each program. You can also conduct tailored searches of
programs for which you are eligible by inputting your
individual circumstances.
If you are not a person who likes to utilize the computer or
have difficulty please let one of your representatives know
and we can help. The EAP committee wants to help make this
transition easier for everyone involved. Please do not
hesitate to contact any of our reps regardless of the base
they are in. We are here to help you make the best decision
for you and your family. Your EAP Committee members are as
follows:
Jeffrey Myles MEC EAP Chair ORD 713-447-2164
Karen Skaar LEC 51 EAP Chair ORD 773-562-9121
David Berry EAP Rep. ORD 479-313-6889
Maria Ito LEC 53 EAP Chair LAX 951-970-2251
Christina Wood LEC 59 EAP Chair MIA 508-454-7286
Nitza Cotto LEC 49 EAP Chair SJU 787-586-4383
Maria del Pilar Gonzalez EAP Rep. SJU 787-529-5506
Rebecca Pulver LEC 52 EAP Chair DFW 585-415-7671
Mavi Villalobos EAP Rep. DFW 817-705-4004
Maria Mull EAP Rep. DFW 704-996-7815
International AFA EAP 800-424-2406
DOT
Drug Testing Info
AFA-CWA members, as well as all other safety professionals
in the transportation industry, are subject to federally
mandated and regulated drug testing, commonly called “DOT”
drug testing. The document bellow is AFA-CWA’s Flight
Attendant’s Rights and Responsibilities for DOT Drug
Testing. You can download it by using Adobe Reader. If your
computer does not have Adobe Reader, you can download Adobe
Reader free at
www.adobe.com
.
This booklet answers basic questions about DOT testing. It
is important to remember that employers may have their own
company drug testing program which may vary from and be in
addition to DOT testing. The information contained in this
booklet does not cover your Company policy. American Eagle’s
drug and alcohol policy and procedures can be accessed by
logging on to Jetnet, click on Policies and Procedures, then
click on the Quick Link to Drug & Alcohol Policy.
You are strongly encouraged to review your company’s policy.
Violation of your airline’s rules may lead to disciplinary
action. You may also be permanently barred from working as a
flight attendant if you violate the DOT testing standards.
DOT alcohol testing began in January 1995 after it was
mandated by Congress. It is important to note that this
pamphlet does not cover alcohol testing. Information
regarding DOT alcohol testing is discussed in a separate
booklet.
Please review the information contained in this pamphlet. If
you have any questions regarding your airline’s drug testing
program, policies and procedures, call your local AFA
leaders. If you have any questions about DOT testing
regulations or a concern about drug use, you are invited to
call the International AFA EAP Department at 800-424-2406.
All of your questions and concerns will be confidential.
Fly Safe!
AFA-CWA Wins DOT Ruling on False Drug
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Pegasus Project
provides short-term
emergency grants for
members of the
Association of
Flight Attendants (AFA)
who are experiencing
financial hardship
due to a
critical,
life-threatening
illness or injury.
These efforts are
accomplished with
compassion,
confidentiality and
the preservation of
dignity and respect
for the individuals
concerned.
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After
an incident or accident, crew members may go though
a wide range of responses. Such reactions may be
experienced not only by those crew members who
experienced the event first-hand, but by those who
have witnessed or heard about the trauma, or been
involved with those immediately affected. If you
would like to confidentially share your feeling or
reactions to the news of US Airways Flight 1549,
please give your AFA EAP committee representatives a
call. You can locate their contact information at
