August 4, 2026 The Postal Employees’ Relief Fund and the USPS Employee Assistance Program are available to help those who have been affected by recent natural disasters. The relief fund, also known as PERF, provides small grants to help qualifying individuals whose homes have been destroyed or left uninhabitable because of a natural disaster or … Read more
During the monthlong campaign, EAP aims to raise awareness of the signs and symptoms of mental health issues and suicide risk.
September 1, 2023 The Postal Service is observing National Suicide Prevention Month this September. The observance calls attention to the importance of mental health care, early intervention, proper diagnosing and regular treatment to prevent suicide. The Postal Service’s Employee Assistance Program, or EAP, has designed a package of materials as part of its 2023 Suicide … Read more
The Postal Service’s Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is highlighting National Suicide Prevention Week, which is Sept. 6-12. The week calls attention to the importance of mental health care, early intervention, proper diagnosing and regular treatment to prevent suicides. The EAP website has several resources, including a video on suicide prevention and a downloadable book, “Suicide … Read more
The Postal Service is responding to Hurricane Laura, one of the most powerful storms to strike the Gulf Coast in decades. The hurricane made landfall in Louisiana on Aug. 27, bringing torrential rain and damaging winds to the region. To protect employees and the public, USPS has suspended mail delivery and retail operations at several … Read more
Isaac Cronkhite has been appointed acting chief human resources officer, where he will lead all aspects of workforce management and development for the Postal Service. He’ll oversee labor relations, employee resource management, leadership and career development, compensation and benefits, the HERO platform, the Human Resources Shared Service Center and the Employee Assistance Program, among other … Read more