1. Presented by: Matthew Henderson Healthcare Management Student
Worksite Wellness
September 15, 2015
Florida Department of Health in Calhoun/Liberty
“Community Health Open Forum Addressing Wellness & Obesity”

2. What is Worksite Wellness?
“Any workplace health promotion activity or organizational policy designed to support healthy behavior in the workplace and to improve health outcomes”
Dealing with Long Work Hours - Stress
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Increase Productivity
Decrease Sick Leave
Reduce Healthcare Costs

3. Benefits of Worksite Wellness
Proven Results - Improved Health Outcomes
Turnover Rate - Reduced
Worksite Wellness Survey – Results (Nelnet)

4. Wellness Wednesday
Idea introduced by Dr. Rob Thomas to help promote health and wellness habits within the Big Bend AHEC work place.
Hosted every Wednesday by Champion Matthew Henderson (Internship)
Displayed the following (customized to population):
Circuit Training
Yoga
Fitness Obstacle Course
Weight Training
Weight Reduction Tips

5. STAFF PARTICIPATION – HOW TO DO IT
Mix it up and make it interesting!

6. Implementation in Calhoun/Liberty counties
Determine the needs from employer and employees
Analyze the data and create a plan (biometric screenings)
Communicate the plan
Put incentive plan in place
Obtain management buy in
Identify champion(s)
Evaluate & report efforts