When choosing an employer, about 87% of prospective employees favor a company that has a wellness program in place, finds Virgin HealthMiles. The survey of almost 10,000 people shows that regardless of effectiveness, most employees say that wellness programs are an overall positive influence on the office culture (70%) and that participating in the programs has helped their relationships both inside and outside of the workplace (57.5%).
“Employers are looking and see there’s a social and implied agreement with employees. Our clients see more happy and engaged long-term employees … with 83% saying that we are changing lives,” says Virgin HealthMiles chief executive officer Chris Boyce.
