Six elements of employee well-being for a healthier workplace
Addressing the overall well-being of your employees is no simple task, but it’s an essential one. Healthy employees are happier, perform better and are less absent from work. The six elements of well-being are: physical, social, financial, community and emotional.
With the six elements of well-being, your organization can take a more holistic approach to accommodate your employees' changing needs. Addressing each of these six elements can make a significant difference financially and culturally in your organization.
Take a holistic approach
The truth is, your organizational culture and employee engagement is about far more than the salaries and benefits packages you offer.
Now more than ever, employees are turning to their employers to provide solutions that address each of their unique situations — think getting out of debt, dealing with emotional issues, or even becoming more involved in the community. Investing in a holistic well-being program for your company is vital to improving culture and increasing productivity and engagement with your employees.
Through the Wellmark's free well-being benefit, Wellmark Connect powered by WebMD®, your employees can receive relevant, timely health content based on the unique needs of each employee’s interest and health profiles.
The value of health and well-being programs
Incorporating the six elements of well-being into your workplace.
1.
Physical.
When employees physically feel better, they are more likely to perform better at work. Consider adding well-being programs, individual or team-based challenges or gym reimbursement.
2.
Career.
Ensure your employees have the opportunity to use their strengths at work and understand how their job ties to the organization and goals.
3.
Financial.
More than 1 in 3 U.S. adults couldn't cover a $400 emergency expense using cash or its equivalent, according to the Federal Reserve. Offering a program to ease debt or help them save can be a great way to ease their minds.
4.
Social.
Friendships in the workplace are essential to a happy workplace. Consider team outings or meeting ice-breakers.
5.
Community.
77 percent of employees believe volunteering is essential to their overall well-being. Supporting volunteerism or offering programs that encourage volunteering is a great addition for your business.
6.
Emotional.
When employees are emotionally grounded, they are happier and more productive. Offer Employee Assistance Programs, or encourage employees to take frequent brain breaks, or discuss mental health days.
Keep building a healthier workplace
Find more ideas and resources to support your employees and foster a healthier workplace when you visit the Healthy Employees section.
Your partner in workforce well-being
At Wellmark, we know your business, and we have insights and data on your employees that you may not have in-house. We can serve as an extension of your workforce and provide expertise in creating engaging solutions to meet the unique needs of your organization. Every step of the way, your Wellmark health and well-being consultant will be there as your go-to source for finding the right combination of solutions — because one-size doesn't fit all.
Interested in learning more about Wellmark's employer well-being and consulting services? Reach out today.
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Questions? Contact your authorized Wellmark account representative, or email us at blueatwork@wellmark.com.
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