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Most adults spend more time at work than anywhere else, making it a great place to promote healthy habits. Calvert Memorial Hospital's KeepWell@Work program can provide you with the tools and support to make your worksite wellness program successful.
Healthier behaviors translate into fewer health issues within the workforce, which in turn lowers healthcare costs. A U.S. Health and Human Services report in 2002 revealed that at worksites with physical activity programs, employers have:
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Benefits to employees include:
- Weight reduction
- Improved physical fitness
- Increased stamina
- Lower levels of stress
- Increased well-being, self-image and self-esteem
Benefits for employers include:
- Enhanced recruitment/retention of healthy employees
- Reduced healthcare costs
- Decreased rates of illness and injuries
- Reduced employee absenteeism
- Improved employee relations and morale
- Increased productivity
Studies show that more than 50 percent of healthcare costs are the result of individual behavior. This is where Calvert Memorial Hospital's KeepWell@Work program can make a real difference in your bottom line. By encouraging your employees to adopt healthier behaviors, you can cut your healthcare costs.
CMH is ready to be your partner in worksite wellness. Whether you're big or small, we can help you improve the health of your employees.
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