“Inspire by FVMA” offers Florida veterinary professionals free therapy sessions with a licensed counselor or social worker with a veterinary-informed mental health professional – The Florida Veterinary Medical Association® (FVMA), in partnership with Blue Buffalo®, has announced a new wellness program called “Inspire by FVMA,” which aims to reduce barriers to mental health and help veterinary professionals with free therapy and coaching sessions.
The “Inspire by FVMA” program will promote well-being in the veterinary profession by offering up to three free therapy or coaching sessions with a veterinary-informed licensed counselor or social worker, as well as options for long-term therapy, employee assistance program workshops and more.
“By offering resources like mental health support, Inspire by FVMA aims to reduce burnout, improve job satisfaction and create a supportive environment where veterinary professionals can excel,” said FVMA executive director Jim Naugle. “This program is designed to address the unique challenges faced by those in the veterinary field, ultimately leading to better outcomes for both professionals and their patients throughout the state of Florida.”
“Inspire by FVMA” is working with local communities across Florida to provide specialized support for the veterinary profession. With the help of a network of certified “veterinary well-being champions,” these trained professionals are dedicated to improving workplace engagement and addressing critical issues such as burnout, psychological safety and psychosocial risks.
The “Inspire by FVMA” program aims to eliminate barriers such as high-cost mental health care and the disconnect with mental health professionals who are unfamiliar with the unique challenges of veterinary medicine. In addition to offering support for those in need of treatment, the program will provide evidence-based strategies to foster more fulfilling workplaces and careers for veterinary professionals.
As a longstanding member of the veterinary community, Blue Buffalo is focused on veterinary well-being and the staggering statistics fueling the movement. “Blue Buffalo firmly believes that veterinary professionals are as entitled to health and well-being as the animals they care for, and we are committed to supporting that endeavor through evidence-based programming,” said Alex Miller, General Mills’ manager of veterinary services.
About the Florida Veterinary Medical Association
The Florida Veterinary Medical Association (FVMA) is committed to advancing the veterinary medical profession through continuing education and well-being initiatives, empowering veterinarians to provide the best care for their patients. For more than 95 years, the FVMA has recognized and honored the dedication of veterinary professionals. It continues to elevate the industry through certifications, advocacy programs, emergency resources and more. For more information, visit www.fvma.org.
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About Blue Buffalo
Blue Buffalo, the country’s most loved and trusted natural pet food, started with a promise made to a lovable Airedale named Blue who struggled with cancer, the #1 disease-related killer of dogs and cats. His family, the Bishops, wanted to feed him the best food possible, so they searched for food with high-quality ingredients, but decided to create something even better – natural pet food for dogs and cats with nutritious ingredients, real meat first, and some of the highest standards in the industry. Since Day 1, BLUE’s team of veterinarians and animal nutritionists have carefully selected high-quality, natural ingredients and upheld its True BLUE Promise to dog and cat pet parents – real meat as the first ingredient with NO chicken (or poultry) by-product meals, NO corn, wheat or soy, and NO artificial flavors or preservatives. The result is a portfolio of high-quality, natural food and treats that both dogs and cats love. This simple idea: “Love them like family. Feed them like family.” lives on today in every Blue Buffalo recipe. Visit BlueBuffalo.com to learn more.
About General Mills
General Mills makes food the world loves. The company is guided by its Accelerate strategy to drive shareholder value by boldly building its brands, relentlessly innovating, unleashing its scale and standing for good. Its portfolio of beloved brands includes household names such as Cheerios, Nature Valley, Blue Buffalo, Häagen-Dazs, Old El Paso, Pillsbury, Betty Crocker, Yoplait, Annie’s, Wanchai Ferry, Yoki and more. Headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA, General Mills generated fiscal 2022 net sales of U.S. $19.0 billion. In addition, the company’s share of non-consolidated joint venture net sales totaled U.S. $1.1 billion
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