Why do Healthy Workplaces Matter?
You have the ability to show your employees that you care about them as a person—not just their productivity and results at work.
Live Well Kosciusko would be happy to come alongside your organization to implement health and well-being programs that help your employees to succeed.
Email Connect@livewellkosciusko.org to learn more.
Creating a Culture of Health
Program Overview:
- A Culture of Health programming focuses on the well-being of employees, consumers, community, and the environment to achieve the overarching goal of a healthier population
- Includes programs for employers to implement best practices into their organization
Benefits:
- Reduce costs related to sick days and injuries
- Create a healthier workforce and more disposable income that can be put into the community
- Enhance views held by employees and consumers
The Well-being Initiative
Program Overview:
- Bring The Well-being Initiative to your organization! Receive resources to increase the physical, financial, social, career + purpose, and community well-being of your employees.
Employer Gold Standard
Program Overview:
The Employer Gold Standard of Cancer Care program is a free initiative designed to help companies create a healthier workplace and support employees affected by cancer. By participating, your organization can
- gain recognition,
- receive free technical assistance
The program offers a step-by-step process to implement best practices, with opportunities for awards and visibility through various media channels. It's a valuable way to showcase your commitment to health and wellness while making a positive impact on your team.
Workforce Recovery
Program Overview:
- A program that gives employers resources necessary to help their workers navigate recovery from substance misuse
- Epidemics like opioids abuse are severely affecting employees across the state
- Opioids have a "$1.5 billion direct impact on the state’s annual economy" (IU Kelly School of Business)
Benefits:
- Tools to support employees along their path to recovery
- Upcoming and future events including guided assistance for program implementation
Tobacco Prevention and Cessation
Program Overview:
- The CDC notes tobacco use as "the leading cause for preventable death in the United States"
- The healthcare costs associated with tobacco use are over $2 Billion and increase expenses for employers
- Equips employers with the tools to create smoke-free workplaces and encourage employees who utilize tobacco to quit
Benefits:
- Proven fewer sick days for nonsmokers meaning more productive workdays
- Large reduction in healthcare expenses