LEAN STL - Laborers Escaping Adversity Now

06/03/2026

LEAN STL peer specialist knows a thing or two about getting your feet back under you.

James started in the trade in 1999, built a career in construction, and eventually found recovery. Today, he gives back by helping workers who may be facing the same mental health and substance abuse challenges he once faced.
“Peers can move in ways that clinicians can’t.”

That connection matters. Through LEAN STL, Laborers and their families can find understanding, guidance, and support from people who truly get it.

📞 LEAN STL Peer Support Line – 1-844-691-5326

06/01/2026

June is Men's Health Month.

Too many men ignore pain, put off doctor's appointments, and keep stress bottled up because they think that's what they're supposed to do.

Taking care of yourself isn't weakness. It's responsibility.

Whether it's your physical health, mental health, or a substance abuse issue, taking that first step can make a real difference for you and the people who count on you.

This month, make your health a priority.

05/30/2026

There’s a lot that comes with this line of work that people don’t always talk about. Stress, pressure, long days that wear on you over time. For a long time, the expectation has been to keep it to yourself and push through it.

That’s changed. More people are speaking up, checking in, and having real conversations about what they’re dealing with. And that matters.

Call us: 1-844-691-5326

05/28/2026

Construction is one of the toughest jobs out there, and not just physically. The long hours, the pressure, and the wear and tear can take a toll over time. Mental health is a real issue across the industry, and it’s something more people are starting to talk about.

This is a good read from the Associated General Contractors of America on mental health and su***de prevention in construction. It breaks down what’s going on and why it matters.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, in 2021, the construction industry had the second-highest rate of su***de among its workers, surpassed only by mining, quarrying, and oil and gas extraction workers. Fifty-six out of every 100,000 male construction workers died by su***de....

05/25/2026

Some days are just heavier than others. The job wears on you, things pile up, and it’s not always something you can point to. You just feel it. Most people push through it and keep moving, but that doesn’t mean you have to carry it on your own.

LEAN is here when you need someone to talk to.

📞 1-844-691-5326

05/22/2026

A lot of people think support like this is only for when things get really bad. It’s not. You don’t have to hit rock bottom to talk to someone or figure things out. Sometimes it’s just about getting ahead of something before it gets worse, or having a conversation with someone who understands what you’re dealing with.

LEAN is here for all of it. Give us a call.

📞 1-844-691-5326

05/21/2026

Looking for better ways to talk to members about mental health on the jobsite, at meetings, or in the classroom?

Join the upcoming LEAN LIUNA Train the Trainer webinar hosted by the Laborers’ Health & Safety Fund of North America.

📅 May 26
⏰ 2 PM (ET)

Register here: https://liuna.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zQOw5UZcRw-AAD_GMOFGRA?utm_source=LHSFNA&utm_campaign=21c44f2765-EMAIL_CAMPAIGN_2026_03_26_02_00_COPY_01&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_-2ac3d6cea0-507135651 #/

05/20/2026

If you call LEAN, you’re not walking into anything complicated. You’re talking to someone who understands the work, the pressure, and what comes with it. There’s no script, no expectation, and no need to have anything figured out ahead of time. You can take it at your own pace and keep it as simple as you want.

We meet people where they’re at. That means no pressure and no pushing you into anything. Just someone there to listen and help when you’re ready.

📞 1-844-691-5326

05/18/2026

LEAN isn’t your typical hotline.

You’ll reach someone who knows what you’re going through and is there to listen. It’s low commitment. Even if you just need to talk it out, you’re talking to someone who understands the work and what comes with it. No judgment, no pressure, just a real conversation.

05/15/2026

Most people don’t plan for things to get out of hand. It builds over time, and by the time it’s obvious, it’s harder to deal with. That’s why speaking up early matters. Whether it’s checking in on someone else or being honest about what you’re dealing with, that first conversation can change where things go next.

You don’t have to have it all figured out. You just have to start. LEAN is here when you’re ready.