Veterinary Professional Assistance Program

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Seasonal Stress Webinar: ​​Join us for a VPAP-sponsored webinar on Seasonal Stress. During this 1-hour instructor-led training we will:
  • Discuss what seasonal stress is and what causes it;
  • Develop understanding of seasonal changes on physiology and the human response;
  • Discuss tips and tactics for managing seasonal stress and boosting resiliency. 
​When: November 12, 2024, 12-​1 p.m. CDT
Register: TELUS Health WI VPAP Zoom Registration Link

TELUS Health All C​lients Complimentary November Webinars​​​​​​​​​​​​​

Procrastination: Do you tend to "get stuck" and put things off? Are you often faced with panic surrounding a deadline? Many of us tend to procrastinate at times, which is why it's vitally important to understand what drives your procrastination. Join us to discov​er why you procrastinate and learn tactics to get unstuck, just do it, and move productively forward!

When: Friday, November 8, 2024, 1-1:30 p.m. CDT
Register:  ​TELUS Health All ​Clients: Procrastination  ​

​Overcoming Work Fatigue: Working remotely has become the new normal for many employees around the world. The joys and flexibility remote work has allowed has also brought unexpected challenges that is leading to remote work fatigue. In this session, participants will discuss their own experiences and self-coping skills to address video call fatigue, social isolation, and around the clock availability with modern technology. This session will provide resources and best practices to set boundaries, incorporate socialization, and relive work fatigue while enjoying the freedoms of remote work.
When: Friday, November 22, 2024, 1-1:30 p.m. CDT
RegisterTELUS Health All Clients: Overcoming Work Fatigue


Live Online VPAP-Specific TELUS Health Orientation
VEB credential holders are invited to join a live session to learn mo​re about the benefits available to them through VPAP and TELUS Health and how to access them.
When: Thursday, November 14, noon-1 p.m. CDT
Where: Join on​ Teams​​​​​​​​

To access all upcoming complimentary TELUS Health learnings, 
visit TELUS Health 2024 Wellbeing Calendar with Complimentary Webinars​
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​The Veterinary Professional Assistance Program (VPAP) offers guidance and assistance with family issues, finding chi​ld and adult care​, workpla​ce concerns, ​lega​l and financial issues, stress, health and well​​ness, and any other​ issues that concern veterinary ​professionals. It also offers personal, co​nfidential guidance, coaching and counseling for all veterinary professionals and their household memb​ers.

VPAP_logo_4c.pngServices are confidential ​and available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. VPAP services include:

  • Flexible options that include counseling​ sessions — in-person and/or by phone.
  • Access to professionals who can​ assist with issues across disciplines, collaborating to address your concerns and help to efficiently solve your personal and work issues.
  • Access to life coaches who can help you reach your personal goals.
  • ​Customized referrals and educational materials with verification of availability and vacancy.
  • Mobile app that connects to tools on topics ranging from family and life to health, finances and work. 
  • Dedicated website offering expert articles, assessments, resource finders, interactive tools, checklists, podcasts and webinars.​​​

Vis​it one.telushealth.com to access services, assessment tools, free webinars, and much more from the VPAP. Use login: VPAP and password: resources.

The Wisconsin Veterinary Examining Board​ (VEB) assumes all​ costs for this program for veterinary professionals and their household members. If additional assistance is necessary, referrals will take into account your preferences, medical plans and financial circumstances.

This program is confidential, even to the VEB, so do​ not be concerned that using this service will impact your credential. The VEB will have no knowledg​e of individual utilization.​​​​