Employee Assistance Program: KGA
KGA is Brandeis' Employee Assistance Program provider. KGA offers 24/7 access to a network of experts providing support for mental health, childcare, eldercare, legal, financial issues and more. KGA’s confidential services are available to you and your adult household members, at no cost to you. You do not need to receive benefits through Brandeis to access this resource.
Services
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Licensed counselors available for full range of emotional/ mental health concerns.
Experts:
- KGA counselors
- Network of mental health professionals
- Mental health peer support groups
Examples:
- Alcohol and drug concerns
- Anxiety and depression
- Stress
- Family/ couples
- Sleep issues
Support for parenting challenges and childcare needs.
Experts:
- Childcare specialists
- Early childhood development specialist
- Fertility coach
- Parent coach
- Parenting peer support groups
- Special education consultant
Examples:
- Childcare solutions
- Summer camps
- Child development
- College planning
- Special needs
- Parent coaching
Assistance with elder caregiving issues.
Experts:
Examples:
- Assisted living facilities
- Caregiver support
- Hospice
- Nursing homes
Consult with an attorney for most legal issues.
Experts:
- National network of attorneys
Examples:
- Divorce and child custody/ support
- Estate planning
- Landlord tenant disputes
- Wills and trusts
Expert guidance on financial matters.
Experts:
- Certified financial planner
- Certified public accountant
- Financial counselor
Examples:
- Budgeting
- Debt management
- Homebuying information
- Retirement planning
- Tax planning
Assistance with work related stress, work/family integration, and career advancement.
Experts:
- Counselor/coach
- Career coach
Examples:
- Interviewing skills
- Job performance concerns
- Resume review
- Work-life integration
- Work stress
Assistance in finding services for common family and home needs.
Experts:
Examples:
- Apartment and housing resources
- Medical and health provider
- Home improvement and maintenance
- Pet care
Support with wellness and nutrition issues.
Experts:
- Registered dietitian
- Certified lactation consultant
- Sleep coach
Examples:
- Healthy eating
- High blood pressure
- Lactation
- Weight management
Sign-Up Instructions
- Visit: https://my.kgalifeservices.com/users/sign_up
- Submit your information as prompted (this is not shared with Brandeis, but for KGA to offer confidential services)
- Organization: Brandeis University
- Enter you name
- Enter your personal email
- Create a password
- Select button: “Become a Member"
Additional Resources