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Employee Well-Being & Mental Health

Optum Emotional Well-Being Solutions

Optum EWS (formerly known as EAP) is designed to provide confidential support for life’s challenges or more serious problems.

  • Available 24/7 (by phone), 365 days/year
  • No cost, in network
  • Five consulting visits per incident
  • Schedule appointments in-person or virtually 

Offers support for:

  • Improving relationships at home or at work
  • Navigating a challenging life event
  • Work/life balance support
  • And more! 

Contact Information

Website: Optum EWS Website
Company Access Code "VEBA"

Phone: 888-625-4809

 

Optum EWS - Benefit Overview

Optum EWS - How to Access liveandworkwell.com

Care Solace - Mental Healthcare Coordination

Care Solace - Available to All SMUSD Employees


Care Solace is a resource that is available to all employees and their families, regardless of whether or not they receive benefits through the District. Care Solace provides a free confidential service that will find available providers to match your needs. Our HR team is here to support you. Please let us know if you have any questions or need additional support.

 

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VEBA Additional Support Benefits

  • VEBA Resource Center

     

    The VEBA Resource Center is a holistic health center dedicated to help VEBA members become the best versions of themselves. 

  • Teladoc Medical Experts – Provided by CalVEBA

    What Is It: Get a second opinion before you make a major medical decision. Teladoc Medical Experts is a confidential, no-cost service that provides you with access to world-renowned doctors and specialists when you have a major illness or injury. A team of physicians will review your medical records and provide you with a second opinion about your diagnosis and recommended treatment.

    Get Started: Visit Teladoc Medical Experts Website or call 800-835-2362

  • What Is It: Navigating the health care system can be confusing, but The Advocacy Team is here to help! Contact The Advocacy Team, to be connected to a dedicated specialist who will help you get answers to your health plan questions (Kaiser, UnitedHealthcare, Surest), resolve benefits-related issues, make appointments, and get more information about recommended tests, treatments, and prescribed medications.

    Get Started: Call 888-276-0250 or click here CalVEBA Advocacy Contact Form