Taking Care of Yourself This Summer

July is a great time to focus on yourself and your well-being. As your Benefits Chair, I am here to help connect you with resources that support your health, financial wellness, and overall quality of life. 

Benefits Corner: Taking Care of Ourselves  

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As Flight Attendants, we spend our days caring for passengers and supporting one another. Between reserve schedules, commuting, long duty days, and the demands of life outside of work, it's easy to put our own needs last. 
As your Benefits Chair, I want to remind you that resources are available to help when life becomes challenging. 

You Don't Have to Navigate Difficult Times Alone

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Whether you're dealing with stress, family concerns, financial challenges, illness, grief, or simply feeling overwhelmed, reaching out for support is an important first step. 
Many of us are accustomed to handling things on our own, but utilizing available resources can make a significant difference. Take time to familiarize yourself with the benefits and support programs available through Endeavor Air and our Union. Knowing where to turn before a crisis occurs can help reduce stress when you need assistance most. 

Mental Health Matters

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The unique lifestyle of a Flight Attendant can affect both physical and emotional well-being. Irregular schedules, fatigue, time away from loved ones, and operational challenges can take a toll over time.

If you find yourself struggling, consider reaching out to a healthcare provider, utilizing available counseling resources, or speaking with a trusted friend, family member, EAP or your fellow Flight Attendant. Seeking help is a proactive step toward maintaining your health and well-being. 

Know Your Benefits

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Many Flight Attendants are surprised to learn about the services available through their benefits package. Take a few minutes to review your healthcare coverage, wellness resources, leave benefits, legal services, and retirement options available through Dayforce. Understanding your benefits now can help you make informed decisions when the need arises. 

Did You Know?

As an Endeavor employee, you are eligible to create a variety of legal documents online at no cost through the Employee Assistance Program.

Available documents include:

• Advance Directives
• HIPAA Authorizations
• Codicils for Wills
• Memorandums of Tangible Personal Property
• Demands for Collection Agencies to Cease Contact
• Last Wills and Testaments (Single and Married)
• Funeral Directives
• Living Trusts
• Promissory Notes

And many more.

How to Access These Resources

1. Log in to your Endeavor AirNet account.
2. Under Quick Links, select Benefits/EAP.
3. Scroll to Employee Assistance Program – Optum and click the website link.
4. Make note of the access code provided before logging in.
5. Sign in or create an account.
6. Select Benefits and Services.
7. Choose All Benefits.
8. Select Financial/Legal.
9. Click Will Kit.

AFA Resources

Your AFA Benefits Chair is here to help connect you with information and resources. While we may not have all the answers, we can help point you in the right direction and assist you in finding the appropriate contacts.

Remember, taking care of yourself is not a luxury—it is an essential part of being able to care for others and perform our jobs safely and professionally.

If you have questions about your benefits or need assistance locating resources, please don't hesitate to reach out to you LEC or Wanda Parnell [email protected].

Fly safe, take care of yourself, and make your well-being a priority this month!