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Member Assistance Program

VVMA has partnered with McLaughlin Young and is proud to provide an Member Assistance Program (MAP) that offers support and resources you need to address personal or work-related challenges and concerns.

This service is confidential & FREE for:
VVMA veterinarians and their household family members

1. Call 800-633-3353

2. Visit www.mygroup.com; Click on 'My Portal Login'; Click on 'Work-Life'
Username: vvma1894
Password: guest

Assistance is available 24/7/365

Please be aware that these resources and services are available and free to VVMA veterinarian members, only. Your membership will be verified. ("Employee" = VVMA member; the EAP doesnot extend to any other employees in your practice, unless they are a VVMA member.)

This program is for veterinarians, as veterinary student members are encouraged to utilize the many services and resources provided by their institution.

Designed to help with:

Marital difficulties
Family problems
Parenting
Stress
Balancing work and family
Relationship issues
Work-related concerns
Depression
Alcohol & drug use/abuse
Grief and loss
Elder care
Healthy living
Crisis events

The video below gives a brief, thorough overview of the program.

English & Spanish sites available
7 content divisions: Parenting, Aging, Balancing, Thriving, Living, Working and International
Searchable databases and resources, attorneys, certified financial planners, pet sitting, private and public high schools and colleges, and volunteer opportunities
Over 100 streaming audio files and 100 video files covering range of health topics
Savings Center: discount shopping program offering up to 25% discounts on name-brand items
Relocation Center: an interactive program that allows users to preview communities across the US

Free telephonic legal advice
Free 30-minute appointment for legal consultation with a local attorney
In most cases, 25% discount on ongoing legal services
Legal forms available to download (such as wills, power of attorney, etc)
Only legal encyclopedia
Does not cover disputes or actions involved employer, AP or business issues

Free financial counseling appointments
Issues addressed include bankruptcy, budgeting, buying a home, college savings, retirement planning
Educational materials and financial worksheets provided prior to appointments
40 financial calculators available online
ID theft recovery through credit monitoring
Discounted credit reports

3801 Westerre Parkway, Suite D
Henrico, Virginia 23233
Phone: (804) 346-2611
Fax: (804) 346-2655
Robin Schmitz: robin@vvma.org
Talya George: talya@vvma.org
Greg Hollis: admin@vvma.org