Benefits of Implementing a Successful Wellness Program

Given the cost pressures your company may be facing, you might question why you would want to increase any expense at this time.  However, the cost is only one part of the equation.  You need to fully understand the benefits of the program.  Wellness programs offer both proven clinical and financial improvements.  Benefits can come from multiple sources:

• Lower health-care costs
• Increased productivity
• Reduced absenteeism
• Reduced presenteeism
• Fewer injuries
• Reduced workers’ compensation costs

Wellness programs also help improve employee morale.  When you are faced with the tough decision of cutting jobs, you often focus too much on those who are displaced rather then those who now have to do more.  An investment in their morale, one that we’re here to help, will pay significant dividends. 

Wellness programs strive to reduce both the frequency and severity of medical conditions.  This improves the group’s overall health, leading to fewer medical claims and lower overall costs.  The relationship makes expenditures on wellness an investment, not an expense.