Worksite Wellness – Building a Healthy Missouri Workforce
Why Worksite Wellness?
In addition to helping improve the health of employees, a comprehensive and well-run wellness program can:
- Reduce absenteeism
- Improve productivity
- Control health care costs
- Reduce injuries
- Improve employee morale
WorkWell Missouri Toolkit & Award
The WorkWell Missouri Toolkit is a comprehensive guide for developing a well-organized worksite wellness program that supports healthy eating, physical activity, tobacco cessation and stress management. Use this Toolkit to start or improve worksite wellness programs of any size. It includes resources, activity ideas, and other best practices. More information on WorkWell Missouri is available here.
The Missouri Workplace Wellness Award recognizes employers that invest in creating a working environment that supports healthy behaviors. Employers are recognized based on their level of support: Gold, Silver and Bronze.
Do you have Lactation Support for your employees? Apply for recognition with the Missouri “Breastfeeding Friendly Worksite Program”