Professionals reveal their favorite wellness benefits

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Picking the right supplemental wellness benefits for a workforce can be tricky. Employers have to ask themselves: What will have the most impact, and what will end up going unused?

According to the National Alliance of Mental Illness, 53 million adults experience a mental health disorder each year (anxiety is the most common) and 2023 data from the American Psychological Association showed that 77% of workers said they had recently been stressed due to their job. It’s clear employers need to go beyond standard health insurance by adding benefits that help workers feel good and manage their day-to-day responsibilities. When incorporated correctly, benefits such as gym access, mindfulness resources and flexibility can improve employees’ lives. 

“As a 58-year-old partner with over 25 years of experience in the insurance industry, the best wellness benefit I’ve received is flex time. Working longer hours Monday through Thursday and taking Fridays off allows me to unwind, spend time with family and recharge for the next week. The impact has been hugely positive. I feel less stressed, more creative and able to provide better service to our clients. Flex time boosts morale, productivity and loyalty while reducing burnout and turnover. For our clients, it means working with consultants who are fully engaged and able to think strategically.” 

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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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