Health and Wellness Leads : The Company Health Promotion Program Solution

A more modern and systemic solution may include businesses implementing Worksite Wellness Programs, which allow businesses to be proactive in preventing disease and promoting healthier lifestyles for employees. When implemented effectively, this approach can drive to reduced direct costs from claims, a reduction in Healthcare premiums and increased employee work rate.

Yet while Employee Health Promotion Programs potentially offer companies large cost savings, the success is dependent upon the ability to involve staff members in them. Additionally, companies must navigate the legal and cultural challenges posed by Employee Health Promotion Programs: Organizations have to be careful that initiatives respect protected classes and the privacy of staff members. Additionally, companies must battle resistance from staff members wary of their employer regulating off-the-clock actions.

Over the next 6-12 posts we’ll layout the case for Worksite Health Promotion Programs in today’s employment environment, arguing that the cost savings and raised employee program engagement outweigh potential restrictions. We will examine the considerations a organization must make before launching a Worksite Health Promotion Program and the communication necessary to create successful engagement from workers. Finally, we will discuss several successful Worksite Health Promotion Programs and provide a list of resources that corporations can use for guidance.