Richmond, Virginia EAPA Chapter
Executive Committee Meeting
February 20, 2008

Introduction of Members: Members present were: Charlie McIntire, President; Donna Fitzwater, Treasurer; Lisa Cary, Secretary; and Sonya Barham, Member.
Theresa Picone, Vice-President could not make this meeting.

Treasurer’s Report: Donna prepared and presented a spreadsheet of data for the VA EAPA Budget 2008, which reflected the budget from 2006, 2007 and projected 2008.  Actual budget in 2006 was $3545.90 with a profit of $4402.05; Actual Budget in 2007 was $4632.81 with a loss of $492.78 and Projected Budget for 2008 is $4303.70.  At this time, we need 5 more new members to meet our budget.  We are also seeking a new meeting place to hold the Chapter Meetings, which may either be free or cost less than we are currently paying.

Upcoming EAPA Spring Conference: Charlie will encourage members to promote the upcoming EAPA Spring Conference April 23 – 25, 2008.   The Annual Conference is a collaborative effort of 3 chapters: Tidewater, Blueridge and Richmond.
Topics Include:
Exploring Tools for Self Care, Well-Being, and Resilience through the Technology of Kundalini Yoga and Massage Therapies
Managing Stress through Acupressure
The Role of EAP and HR Providers in Employee Threat Assessments: A Team-Based Approach to Workplace Violence Prevention
Lessons Learned from Virginia Tech
Caring for the Impaired Professional/Caring for Oneself
Thursday we will open the conference to some Human Resource contacts who may find the seminar on Violence in the Workplace helpful.  HR personnel will pay the member rate for attending on Thursday.

Goals and Objective of the Chapter: Provide needed trainings or seminars on topics of interest to members; Provide opportunity to obtain PDH’s or CEU’s  to members and Promote the upcoming Conference.

PDH/CEU’s: Sonya will inquire about PDH’s; and CEU’s, as some members who are LPC’s need CEU’s instead of PDH’s.  She will bring PDH forms to the meetings.  The cost is $100.00 to apply for PDH’s and $10.00 per meeting.  We will discuss appropriate fees for members who need either toward their credentials.

Meeting Fees for Non-Members: Non-Members can attend one meeting for free; then must pay per meeting or they can choose to become a member.

 
Planning for September and November 2008 meetings: Executive Committee will work on securing a more suitable meeting place, scheduling speakers regarding topics of interest to members and obtaining PDH/CEU’s for presentations.  Definitive information will be sent to members by August.

Acknowledgement: Jeff Kaye was publicly thanked for his commitment in carrying the EAPA Chapter over the past 2 years.

Speakers for Meeting 2/20/2008
1.  Dr. Mary Wells of Sheltering Arms - Chronic Pain Management & the Implications in the Workplace.
2.  Sonya Barham of Dupont EAP – Surviving & Thriving in the Generational Workplace.

Attendees 2/20/2008 = 20