Workshop: Creating a Wellness Program: Do's, Don't and Why's July 14, 2009

3 CPE Credits

It makes sense that wellness programs reduce health care costs and workers' compensation. Did you know that wellness programs also positively impact absenteeism, presenteeism and productivity? Find out how your company, no matter its size, can enjoy these benefits by setting up an internal wellness program.

Assess your organization's readiness to create a culture of wellness and develop an action plan for getting started. Find out what to include in an effective program--from biometric screening to lifestyle coaching--to maximize participation, and how to calculate the ROI of your wellness program. By the end of the session, you'll be able to:

--Build a culture of wellness within their companies
--Design, start and grow a successful program
--Estimate program costs and benefits
--Include incentives to encourage employee participation

Speaker: Arlene Singer, Chief Executive Officer, co-founded WellCall after more than 30 years' human resources and strategic planning experience, serving in senior-level positions for such corporate leaders as Citibank, ITT, Bank of America and Wells Fargo & Company.

Desired Level of Experience: Open to all

NCHRA Members: $130 / General: $165.

Official Website: http://www.nchra.org