Imagine getting a call from a collection agency that tells you to pay the $4,000 they claim that you owe from a local department store. The same day, you get a message from a collection agency representing the local health club chain in town—and you haven't belonged to that club for years.
According to a recent report by Javelin Strategy & Research, 8.1 million Americans were victims of identity theft in 2010, resulting in a total of $37 billion in fraud losses.
Your EAP benefit can now help prevent identity thieves from using Social Security numbers, credit cards and other financial information to buy cars, get cell phones, open new credit card accounts—and recover should any of those events occur.
Access to Identify Theft Counselors: A New Part of Your EAP Benefit
For those who believe that their identity has been compromised, the EAP benefit now provides access to ID Theft Counselors who will help evaluate their situation and walk them through the recovery process, if necessary.
Our counselors provide connections to information, FTC Affidavits, referrals for legal representation if needed, as well as assessments and resources. The benefit includes up to three 30-minute telephone consultations with an Identity Theft Counselor.
Our online resources also provide extensive and valuable information about identity theft—how to prevent it, and how to deal with it effectively.
Access to Local Practicing Attorneys With Discounted Rates
If your employees or their family members become a victim of ID Theft, and an ID Theft Counselor advises the assistance of an attorney, they will be referred to a local practicing network attorney that has experience in these types of issues. They will receive up to a 30-minute consultation at no cost, and 25% off the attorney's hourly rate if an hourly rate is quoted.
Pathways to Well Being Call VITAL WorkLife at 800.383.1908 or access resources through your VITAL WorkLife App
