Substance Abuse and Stress Management

Hospitality workers are like family members.  It’s important to look after those family members to make sure they’re doing well.  Check in on your team and use the resources below if someone needs some help. 

​Mental Health, Substance Use Disorder and Suicide Prevention Resources

Resources to stay mentally healthy during this time of crisis. Access a resources hub for help during the COVID-19 pandemic, including stress management, community building from a distance, and tips for remote workers.

Hospitality-focused substance use support network. Safe environment for people on the front lines in restaurants, hotels, and other hospitality industries. Click here to find a meeting near you or access telephonic meetings.

 Text HELLO  to 741741  for immediate help.

Emotional Support Helpline (free)
Need a little support? Call 1-866-342-6892 for help anytime from anywhere.
Substance Use Disorder Helpline (free)
In crisis? Call 1-855-780-5955 or visit liveandworkwell.com/recovery for immediate help anytime from anywhere.

For questions about symptoms, medications, and conditions for yourself, your kids, your loved ones. Go to PatientsLikeMe to gain insights and improve outcomes. Hospitality-specific resources:​ www.patientslikeme.com/join/hospitality.

 The most comprehensive online learning platform on mental health, substance use, and suicide prevention topics in the world: psychhub.com​​

Free Mental Health
​Resources & Communities

Click below to download a flyer with free resources for your team.

Download Today

Alcohol & Drug Use in Restaurants

ROAD TO RECOVERY
Foodservice and hospitality has the highest rates of substance use disorders and third-highest rates of heavy-alcohol use of all employment sectors.1
When you don't want to talk about mental health or substance use concerns among your workforce, that's usually the exact time you should.

Get Help or Offer Help

Admitting a need for help shouldn't be a sign of weakness, particularly with the high-stakes, high-pressure lifestyles that many experience as food and beverage professionals. 

If you or an employee needs assistance to deal with mental health and substance abuse, these organizations may provide the support needed:

• Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
  SAMHSA 24-hour helpline: 1-800-662-HELP (4357) or online support
• U.S. Bartender's Guild​
• Chefs with Issues
• Mental Health America
• National Alliance on Mental Illness
• Not 9-to-5
• DrugRehab.com

Tips for Managers

To help promote healthier lifestyles for yourself or employees, here are a few tips from an article on substance use featured in Wisconsin Restaurateur magazine.

• Limit access to alcohol and after-work invitations to imbibe. Encourage employees to go elsewhere after-shift or offer alternatives, like laser tag or Ping Pong, as a replacement to drinks.
• Establish a no tolerance policy for misbehavior on the job. Make sure the policy is outlined in your employee handbook.
• If you suspect an employee is using substances, watch for warning signs. Signs may include a sudden change in personality, work routines or work ethic.
• Consider creating an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support employees.
• Offer knowledge, tools and resources to be healthier and make better choices.

---

Read WR Article

1 2015 study by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration