Orientation: This article focuses on how South African organisations manage their employees' wellness through their Employee Wellness Programmes (EWPs). Research purpose: The objective of this research is to describe employee wellness in South Africa by investigating the types, foci and perceived success of EWPs.
view more"The Impact of an Organisational Restructuring Exercise on the Wellness of Middle Managers in a Mining Company" is my own unaided work both in content and execution. All the resources I used in this study are cited and referred to in the reference list by means of a comprehensive referencing system.
view moreJul 12, 2016· Workplace wellness programs are all the rage. In a study mandated by the Affordable Care Act for the Department of Labor, the Rand Corporation reported that, in 2012, "about half of employers with at least 50 employees, and more than 90 percent of those with more than 50,000 employees offered a wellness program."(1) And a 2011 employer survey found that "nearly 47 .
view moreThe Role of Employee Wellness Program in the Hospitality Industry: A Review of Concepts, Research, and Practice Article (PDF Available) · January 2014 with 2,734 Reads DOI: 10.1080/22243534.2014 ...
view moreWorkplace wellness still sadly neglected in SA By Khadija Patel • 29 February 2012 Discovery this week launched the 2012 edition of the largest survey of workplace wellness in South Africa.
view moreA proposal to start an employee wellness program in the workplace must convince management that the idea is a good one that will have a positive financial impact. Wellness programs provide information and incentives to improve employee health and reduce behaviors that affect work performance.
view moreEmployee wellness programs have often been viewed as a nice extra, not a strategic imperative. But the data show otherwise. The ROI on comprehensive, well-run employee wellness programs can be as ...
view moreAccording to an article by human resources expert Stephanie Sullivan, Johnson & Johnson reported an $8.5 million dollar savings in health care costs and General Electric claimed a 45 percent reduction in absenteeism after establishing employee wellness programs. Designing the right program for your company is the key to its effectiveness.
view moreSep 12, 2013· As the president of a corporate wellness company, Kinema Fitness, I have noticed a recent trend in the way companies are approaching employee-based wellness programs. Namely, companies are taking ...
view moreWorkplace wellness is any workplace health promotion activity or organizational policy designed to support healthy behavior in the workplace and to improve health outcomes. Known as 'corporate wellbeing' outside the US, workplace wellness often comprises activities such as health education, medical screenings, weight management programs, on-site fitness programs or facilities.
view moreNov 19, 2013· Understanding these data sets can sharpen the focus on how you design your group employee benefits package and wellness programs. Data mining is the way to activate the potential of big data, and employers should consider the concept.
view moremanagement and wellness programs offered through their health plan will improve their quality of life. A meaningful workplace wellness program supports employees in making wise choices that maximize health, and minimize illness and disease. In thinking about developing a wellness program at your worksite, you might want to
view moreOct 10, 2011· Workplace safety and wellness programs benefit employers and their employees. While the programs can be implemented independently of each other, there are proven enhanced results when the two are combined into one overarching Employee Health, Safety, and Wellness program.
view moreEmployee wellness programs strive to promote a healthy lifestyle for employees, maintain or improve health and wellbeing, and prevent or delay the onset of disease. At their core, these programs assess participants' health risks ... role in program assessments. Mix of study approaches and communication vehicles is necessary. Given the ...
view moreA management standards approach, which involves all the role players in the regulation of employee health and wellness, should be implemented.How to cite this article:Sieberhagen, C., Rothmann, S ...
view more‒Emergence of industry leaders as the wellness sector matures 1. Managed Care Overview –UBS. 2. Workplace Wellness Programs Study –RAND. Industry shift towards wellness as payors and employers are focusing on value-based, outcomes oriented, and personalized models.
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view moreApr 21, 2016· Employee wellness programs might look different at different companies. No matter the scope of your program, there are eight things you absolutely need to know about employee wellness.
view moreMay 07, 2019· Wellness Program Incentive Ideas from the Nation's Best Corporate Wellbeing Programs. For the past 25 years, the C. Everett Koop Health Project has carefully evaluated wellness program applicants and awarded the very best wellbeing programs .
view moreSouth Africa's employers recognise the benefits of investing in the wellness of their employees. A high proportion of employers across a broad spectrum of industries feel that the wellness benefits they offer are appreciated by their employees, positively impact their health and well-being and create long-term value for the organisation, according to research performed by PwC.
view moreSep 02, 2014· Employees will have more energy, be more productive, and have better chances of avoiding long-term health risks, such as lung and throat cancer. What You Can Do. Setting up a wellness program for your workers is easier than you think. Some key features you should include are: Health education seminars
view moreEmployees who are trying to make healthier lifestyle choices – by choosing their food wisely and trying to exercise regularly for example – will want to work someplace where their lifestyle is supported, or better yet, facilitated through an employee wellness program. But employee health and wellness doesn't just have benefits for the ...
view moreEmployee Motivation and Work Performance: A Comparative Study of Mining Companies in Ghana ... one of the oldest industries known to play a central role in the economic development of the country. Yet the mining industry has a problem of health-related illnesses and diseases where ... motivates employees in the mining industry. The answer to ...
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