Four questions to evaluate your company’s wellbeing programs

Wellbeing programs have spread rapidly throughout global workplaces in the last few years, with the pandemic giving organizations reasons to increase their attention to these efforts. These programs primarily focus on helping employees to look after their health and make them more resilient to workplace stress. 

Wellbeing initiatives are now expanding beyond employee health. Companies have set up physical training programs, from onsite gyms and fitness classes to weight management programs and offsite gym memberships. Some companies offer employee assistance programs for mental health, including counselling, stress management and meditation or mindfulness classes. Other initiatives may involve social activities aimed at building team spirit, such as workplace outings and parties for employees’ families. 

The impact of wellbeing…