HCW Benefits Blog

Contributor:
Twyla Hutchins, RN, BSN, COHN-S, Medical Management Officer
Hill, Chesson & Woody

When developing your wellness program, a well thought-out strategic plan is essential to impacting the bottom line. As a recent article in Employee Benefit News reports, studies are finding that companies are increasingly investing in wellness but are they developing a cohesive plan, targeting the right initiatives, and measuring the outcomes? Apparently many companies are struggling with finding the right metrics and how to measure outcomes. Evaluation is essential to measuring the effectiveness of any program. 

The trend for 2011 is toward implementing outcome-based programs. Gone are the days of rewarding employees for just showing up! But to continue in this direction, employers need to develop a multi-year strategy instead of putting immediate standards into place. This will allow employees to feel success as they gradually develop healthier lifestyles. 

For more information on developing a wellness strategy, please feel free to contact me at Hill, Chesson & Woody!