Resources

 

It can be quite challenging, knowing just where to look for a specific resource to address a certain concern that you have. 

What is “therapy”?   What does a social worker do? A psychologist?
What happens if I need medication?   What is a self help or support group?

Our EAP Coordinators have the time and expertise to research the vast array of community organizations and private practitioners, internet directories, and other resources that will best serve you.

 

Here is a glossary of a few terms that might help you make some decisions with the  assistance of the EAP Coordinator:

 

Psychologists:  clinical psychologists usually treat single patients; may work as counselors in businesses, schools, mental health centers, hospitals.  Usually have a doctoral degrees plus post doctoral training.

 

Psychiatrists:  medical doctors with several years of post graduate training. Can prescribe meds, and hospitalize patients.  Can treat a range of problems from severe psychoses, to milder emotional disorders;  can specialize in child, adolescent, or geriatric medicine.

 

Psychiatric social workers:  may have private practice, or active in community programs, such as substance abuse clinics.   Must be licensed.

 

Social Worker:  Social work is a discipline involving the application of social theory and research to improve the lives of individuals, groups, and societies.  Social Workers hold a professional degree, have a license, or are professionally registered.

 

General Emergency Numbers

  • University Police: 645-2227
  • AIDS Information Line: 1-800-541-2437
  • Alcohol Treatment 24 Hour Helpline: 716-838-5293
  • Alcoholic & Narcotic 24 Hour Helpline: 716-838-2088
  • Child Abuse Reporting Line: 1-800-342-3720
  • Crisis Services (Erie County): 716-834-3131
  • Crisis Services (Niagara County): 716-285-3515
  • Erie County Protective Services for Older Adults: 716-858-6877
  • Kids Helpline: 716-834-1144
  • Haven House: 716-884-6000
  • NYS Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-942-6906
  • Poison Control Center of WNY: 716-878-7654

Your UB EAP Coordinators are available to assist you with any issue.   You need not disclose your name when you call.

  • Neil McGillicuddy, 1021 Main St., 887-2498
  • Crystal Kaczmarek-Bogner, 156 Parker Hall, 829-2144

Other Resources:

  • Deborah A. Hard, UB EAP Administrator, 120 Crofts Hall, 645-4460
  • 24/7 EAP Helpline for after hours urgent calls: 645-4500
  • Victoria Dent, NYS EAP Regional Representative, Buffalo Office, 847-3911
  • Check out the new Work/Life Services resource out of the Gov. Office of Employee Relations:  Workplace Options