In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, the
company demonstrates its prioritization of mental wellness and
breaking stigmas in the construction industry
DENVER, May 1, 2024
/PRNewswire/ - PCL Construction Enterprises, Inc. is pleased to
announce the integration of Lyra Health, the leading provider of
workforce mental health solutions, into its U.S. benefits
package. With May being Mental Health Awareness Month, this
addition marks a significant step forward in PCL's ongoing
commitment to prioritize its employees' mental health and
well-being.
The construction industry is renowned for its resilience,
adaptability and teamwork. However, it is also an industry that can
be physically and mentally demanding, with high-stress levels, long
hours and a unique set of challenges that can take a toll on our
employees' mental well being: Unfortunately, construction records
the second-highest suicide rate among major industries with 83% of
construction workers saying they've experienced some kind of mental
health issue.
"Recognizing and addressing the mental health of our employees
is vital to our business and a critical concern within our
industry. With the integration of Lyra Health into our benefits
package, we're taking a substantial leap forward in our ongoing
commitment to support our employees," said Deron Brown, PCL president and chief operating
officer, U.S. Operations.
As part of the Lyra integration, PCL is offering its U.S.
employees and their family members six complimentary therapy
sessions with high-quality providers, regardless if the
employee participates in PCL benefit plans. Providers matched with
employees are included in PCL's benefits plan for those who opt to
extend sessions beyond the initial six complimentary sessions.
Employees will also gain access to an array of additional resources
from Lyra, including evidence-based articles, videos, meditations
and exercises, and 24/7 support from Lyra's Care Navigator
Team.
In an industry where "toughing it out" has often been the go-to
approach when combatting internal struggles, PCL's adoption of Lyra
represents a significant stride towards encouraging open
conversations around mental health.
"As a company, PCL values the importance of mental well-being
for our employees and their families," said Bridget McNerney, PCL benefits and compliance
manager. "We want our employees to use Lyra to help face
anything, from life's day-to-day challenges to more complex needs.
Lyra provides a benefit I'm proud PCL offers our employees and one
where we can feel confident our employees are getting the support
they need when they need it."
As awareness has grown for the urgent need to address
construction's mental health crisis, the industry has become united
in offering resources and support. PCL leadership has advocated for
an increased focus on mental wellness in a series of thought
leadership articles, and earlier this year PCL served as a sponsor
of the Construction Working Minds Summit. Through open dialogue,
PCL is creating a culture that promotes preventative care,
destigmatizes seeking help and fosters mental health awareness. The
movement of promoting mental health is just beginning, with PCL
poised to become an advocate for change in years to come.
About PCL Construction
PCL is a group of independent construction companies that
operates throughout the United
States, Canada, the
Caribbean and Australia. As one of the largest contracting
organizations in North America,
PCL completes more than $7 billion
USD in work annually, building projects that shape
communities. The company's 100% employee ownership model fuels a
culture of commitment for clients in the buildings, civil
infrastructure, heavy industrial and solar markets. With a
strategic presence in more than 30 major centers, PCL's leadership
teams consistently drive innovation and set new benchmarks for
excellence, bringing unparalleled skill to every project. Watch us
build at PCL.com.
About Lyra Health
Lyra Health is the leading provider of Workforce Mental Health
benefits, available to more than 17 million people globally. Lyra
is transforming access to life-changing mental health care using
AI-powered provider matching, personalized support, and a digital
platform to deliver evidence-based support for individuals and
teams. Lyra quickly connects members to the largest dedicated
global network of evidenced-based mental health providers and
well-being tools, to address every mental health need and deliver
positive outcomes across race and ethnicity. Independent research
confirms Lyra Care is proven to get members better faster and
keep them better longer, changing lives at a fraction of the cost
of traditional treatments. For more information about Lyra Health's
Workforce Mental Health benefits for employers, visit
lyrahealth.com.
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