Wellness programs

Conditions such as hypertension cost clients millions of dollars each year in terms of insurance claims, absenteeism, and reduced productivity.

Employers cite a lack of support and resources as some of the main reasons they don’t offer such programs to employees.

To achieve the key benefits of well-being initiatives employers must have a process that fully engages the organization.

Many employees have similar questions about their corporate wellness program, especially if the program is brand-new.

Increased demand and use of technology are among the insights revealed by Chestnut Global Partners in its analysis of employee assistance programs.

A people-centric approach isn’t just good for employees – it’s good for business, says Maxwell Health’s Veer Gidwaney.

Conditions such as hypertension, type 2 diabetes and high cholesterol cost employers millions of dollars each year in terms of insurance claims, absenteeism, and reduced productivity.

The telecommunications firm partners with WebMD for a weight loss program that helped nearly two-thirds of its employees shed unwanted pounds.

Why advisers and employers should create plans that address several factors that impact employee health, says Veer Gidwaney.

To achieve the benefits of well-being initiatives, including health improvement, talent acquisition, employee performance and retention, company culture must fully support them.