Corporate wellness programs are an additional perk of some companies. Wellness programs typically promote work/life balance and have on-site facilities that promote an employee's overall health. According to Wellness Proposals, a survey by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services indicated that companies that have corporate wellness programs have reduced health care costs, reduced sick leave and increased productivity, making it a good investment for companies.
- If your company has the space, consider designating an office or conference room as a fitness room. There, people can practice yoga or exercise, if there are machines handy. Having a room on site dedicated to fitness may increase employee participation. Consider having fitness instructors and yoga teachers come in once a week to help employees find the right fitness technique for them.
- Consider having a program that promotes mental health by educating people about the dangers of stress and encouraging stress relief techniques. Meditation and deep breathing exercises are promoted by the Mayo Clinic to reduce stress. You may want to dedicate a room as the "relaxation room" for when your employees are particularly stressed out. Make sure the insurance benefits you provide also cover mental health care.
- You might want to partner with a company that provides a complete wellness program for your business. These wellness experts set up customized websites, health care plans, exercise plans and perks for employees who participate. They provide programs for fitness, mental health, smoking cessation programs and stress relief. Always track progress and provide incentives for people to participate in the wellness program. Incentives can include things like sports tickets, free gym passes, gift certificates to spas and other things that are tied into wellness.
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