Corporate Wellness Programs |
Much of the current expense of healthcare is due to treating illnesses that are preventable. Previously, there was no end in sight to this expense.
But today, cost-conscious employers are quickly moving to establish programs that assist employees in leading healthier, more productive lifestyles.
Companies with workplace wellness programs are improving employee health, decreasing absenteeism and saving money. Find out how an employee wellness plan can help.
Instituting a workplace wellness program improves the health of employees, decreases employee absenteeism and saves the company money too. |
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Benefits of Workplace Wellness Programs
- A company investment of $100-$150 per employee each year to participate in an employee wellness program can save companies $300 to $450 for each employee every year, according to Ron Goetzel, Director, Cornell University Institute for Health and Productivity Studies. The savings can take a few years to actualize, says Goetzel, and are seen in reduced health expenditures.
- The Wellness Councils of America reported a $24 return for every $1 spent on a company wellness program for small businesses.
- According to a 2005 survey by The Art of Health Promotion, companies who instituted employee health and wellness programs realized a 30% reduction in medical and absenteeism costs in less than four years.
A successful workplace wellness program starts with company leaders. Business owners should lead by example, taking part in their company's corporate fitness program and working closely with a wellness coach. Company leaders should make sure employees are well aware of their wellness efforts, posting weight loss results or smoking cessation results on company intranet or bulletin boards for everyone to see. |
Employee Health and Wellness Programs that Really Work
- Encourage employees to kick start their own wellness programs by visiting their doctor. A complete physical should include information about blood sugar, cholesterol levels and general health.
- Target specific health-related concerns in a corporate fitness program. Information about how to fight obesity, smoking, alcoholism and drug abuse should be at the forefront of an employee wellness program, along with related conditions.
- Hire a wellness coach to instruct employees on how to lead a healthy lifestyle.
- Reward employees for participating in company wellness plans. Let employees accrue health and wellness points that they can redeem for prizes. Make the prizes healthy, too- a free massage, private training session with the company's wellness coach or health food gift certificate encourages even healthier lifestyle choices.
- Acknowledge employee health and wellness leaders in company newsletters, in posted bulletins and on the company intranet
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At A Natural Approach to Wellness, we promote WELLNESS! By bringing wellness into the workplace, you are ensuring that your employees will be more productive, healthy and happy.
A Natural Approach to Wellness can provide a variety of programs to meet the individual needs of your company and employees: chair massage for employee appreciation to creating an entire wellness program to educate your employees on how to live a healthier lifestyle in order to maximize their health, thereby reducing their downtime and increasing worksite productivity and overall satisfaction.
Worksite wellness services
Our team of experts is able to provide a complete menu of health and wellness options at your locations. Services include:
- Screenings
- Interactive health lectures and demonstrations
- Health Fairs
- Nutrition consultations
- Smoking cessation
- Natural Weight Loss on site
- Chair Massage
- Yoga, Tai Chi, Qigong Classes
- And more!
Call A Natural Approach to Wellness today to discuss how we can help you achieve your health and wellness goals TODAY!
(813) 393-6045!
Client Referral Program
The highest compliment we could receive is the referral of a family member or friend. Ask about our Client Referral Program. The new client as well as the referring client will receive Ten Dollars off their next visit of $50.00 or more.
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