Winter Storm Fern Support & Resources
January 26, 2026 No Comments
Dear Sisters and Brothers: Winter Storm Fern has moved across much of the United States with widespread snow, ice, and dangerously cold temperatures. This powerful
EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (EAP)
PAUL SHULTZ
CEAP, SAP, LAP-C
District 142 EAP Director
pshultz@iamdl142.org
pm.shultz@att.net
(704) 907-3563
(24 Hour Confidential Voicemail)
The Employee Assistance Program is Here for You!
WHAT IS IAM EAP?
The IAM Employee Assistance Program (EAP) is a confidential, worksite-based program designed to benefit members and their dependents in the identification and resolution of personal problems or concerns that may adversely affect their job performance.
The International Association of Machinists’ believes it is in the interest of the member, his/her family, the IAM, and its partner companies to provide help for members experiencing difficulties.
MEMBERS HELPING MEMBERSIAM EAP volunteer peer coordinators are union members helping other union members. We provide members and their family’s confidential consultations and referrals to community resources. EAP provides support to our members and their families for problems and issues associated with, but not limited to:
- Divorce
- Elder Care
- Emerging Issues
- Financial Issues
- Gambling
- Grief and Loss
- Health Care Concerns
- Martial/Family Problems
- Stress (Occupational/Economic)
- Various Addictions/Disorders
- Violence (Workplace/Domestic)
- Disaster Relief
In addition, we also offer Peer Dispute Resolution for any member experiencing conflict on the job. If the current events are adding more stress than you feel comfortable with, don’t hesitate to reach out for assistance – we are here to help!
Trained EAP representatives are available 24/7.
IAM EAP National Helpline: 301-335-0735
IAM Addiction Services: 888-250-41AM (4426)
IAM International Website EAP Page: https://www.goiam.org/departments/headquarters/retirees-employee-assistance-programs/employee-assistance-program/
Letter to DL 142 EAP Coordinators
Primary Responsibility/Dual Role
District 142 EAP Coordinator's Manual
When a Colleague Dies
Alcohol Awareness Month
(Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration)
regarding alcohol abuse.
Click the image to be redirected to the SAMHSA website to read the article.
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) and Managing Grief During the Holiday Season (2024 Update)
What is seasonal affective disorder?
Many people go through short periods when they feel sad or unlike their usual selves. Sometimes, these mood changes begin and end when the seasons change. Many people feel “down” or have the “winter blues” when the days get shorter in the fall and winter and feel better in the spring when longer daylight hours return.
Click one of the images below to view/download the complete brochure in PDF format!
District 142 EAP Reps
By carrier/company
Alaska Airlines
Eric Henry ANC ehenryak@gmail.com
American Airlines
Gary Burnham CLT chevylaked@yahoo.com
Phil Skaar CLT philipskaar@aol.com
Gina White CLT ginagboop@aol.com
Sandy Niedermair PHL sandyandericn@comcast.net
Randy McCane PHL ramcc319@gmail.com
Bradley Thomas PHX bradleylthomas@cox.net
Cheryle Eckhardt PHX cheryle.eckhardt@gmail.com
Randy Klinckhardt PHX movypirate@aol.com
Erik Smith LAX eriksmith826@gmail.com
CommuteAir
Hawaiian Airlines
Ed Lugo HNL eap723here@gmail.com
Christine Mahoe HNL cmahoe22@yahoo.com
Southwest Airlines
Christina Robles LGB drujajaxtina29@hotmail.com
Barbara Alvarez SAT barbaraalvarez861@gmail.com
Mack McKinney SAT mckinneymt@aol.com
Sonja Pierre SAT sonjap6.iameap@yahoo.com
Shamika Zancanaro OAK shamicazancanaro@yahoo.com
District 142 Official EAP Brochure
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IAM Drug & Alcohol Addiction Services
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District 142 EAP Helping Hands
Click on an image to view/download PDF version of each Helping Hands edition.
February 2026
Trust
Previous 12 Months
January 2026
Starting the New Year Strong: A Practical Guide to a Fresh Beginning
December 2025
Setting a Positive Tone for the Holidays
November 2025
The Psychology of Gambling: Why Risk and Reward Feel so Powerful
October 2025
How to Access Mental Health and Substance Use Benefits Utlilizing your Insurance
September 2025
What is an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
August 2025
Marijuana, THC, and its Effects on the Body
July 2025
Alcohol Use Disorder
June 2025
Trauma: Understanding Signs, Symptoms, and What to Know
May 2025
Mental Health Awareness Month
April 2025
Gender Based Substance Use Treatment
March 2025
Paying it Forward
February 2025
Seasonal Affective Disorder - The Winter Blues
Suicide Prevention Awareness
Click the image below to view resources such as graphics and videos that you can use to raise awareness about suicide prevention. You just might save a life!
NIAAA Short Takes Video Series | Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
Series of short videos from the National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism
Do You Know The Facts About Women and Alcohol?
What Are Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorders?
What Are Treatment Options for Alcohol Use Disorder?
What Are Hangovers?
What Is Alcohol Overdose?
What Is Binge Drinking?
What Is Alcohol Use Disorder?
What Are Alcohol Induced Blackouts?
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Dear Sisters and Brothers: In the wake of recent national events, multiple companies where our members work have suspended or, in some cases, terminated employees
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