Wellness Incentives
Wellness Incentives that Motivate Employees!
Here are several of the most effective worker wellness incentives and rewards made use of with businesses actively involved in company health.
Wellness Incentives
- Health Plan Premium Discount or Premium Differential
- Contributions to a Health Savings Account
- Cash or payroll credits
- Co-Pay reductions
While working with businesses in developing their incentive programs we have found that the above suggested incentives have worked the best in generating participation rates as high as 98 percent.
Traditionally, businesses choosing not to offer significant rewards experience participation rates between 25-30 percent of their worker populations. Yikes–quite a difference!
Combining a mixture of items works well for ensuring your participation numbers stay high and Worksite Wellness Programs are well attended. Be certain to monitor the success of your Worksite Wellness Program and re-assess your plan each year to ensure it is working as expected.
It is very important that businesses offer Worksite Wellness Programs that allow all workers to take part. Additionally be cautious in installing a disincentive for workers who chose not to take part in the Worksite Wellness Program.
This can cause a negative environment and cause more headaches in the long run. Every worker rewards programs’ 1st goal should be to raise participation, maintain engagement, and ultimately creating healthier workers.
I encourage businesses to offer several of these wellness rewards to workers. The order in which I have placed these incentives coincides with our top recommendations. Keep in mind that not all of these options will work for your company.
Be certain to consult with your benefits, management, or human resources departments on what incentives will work for your workplace. Good luck and be sure to Contact Me if you have any additional questions.
Corporations may also someday be eligible to receive wellness incentives for offering Worksite Wellness Programs! Just another reason to get involved in Worksite Wellness Programs!