How Prudential, Walmart, Aflac and PwC support mental health at work

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For employers looking to prioritize the well-being of their employees, mental health and wellness initiatives have been top of mind this year. 

Nearly 70% of employees would like their workplace to provide resources that alleviate stress and anxiety, which unaddressed, can lead to increased healthcare costs for employers, according to wellness platform Calm. Answering the call, companies like Prudential, Canva and Walmart have shared the policies, programs and partnerships they’ve put in place to help workers build resilience and feel supported — steps their leaders see as crucial for retaining talent and future-proofing a business. 

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At Prudential, the well-being of its more than 40,000 employees is an ongoing focus of leadership, says Andrew Gregg, VP of benefits. In addition to partnering with mental health provider Lyra, the company conducts management training to help identify employee needs and make mental health part of the everyday conversation within the workplace. 

Lee Hafner
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Lee joined the EBN team in 2022, and covers areas including caregiving, employee health and wellness, healthcare innovation, and company culture. She created EBN's popular Benefits in Action and … Read full bio


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