Corporate Wellness FAQ's

If I join a corporate wellness program, do I have to tell my coworkers how much I weigh? Does the Lifewellness Institute have programs to encourage employees to quit smoking? Will the results of my health tests be shared with my employer? We’ve already tried health fairs and presentations, how is Lifewellness different? As the Human Resources director, I’m not even sure where to begin implementing a health and wellness program. What benefits can I expect from implementing a health and wellness program? We’re such a small company, is there really a way to make a corporate wellness program effective but not spend too much money? What if we just want to try out a program for a little bit to see the employees reaction? We don’t have time to implement a health and wellness corporation, we’re already working so hard! I don’t want to invest in a corporate wellness program when medical benefits are already provided. My employees have medical coverage.  Why have them take a health risk assessment?

If I join a corporate wellness program, do I have to tell my coworkers how much I weigh?

No!  All of your personal data, including your weight and health habits, are kept strictly confidential.  You may be asked to complete online questionnaires for the Health Risk Assessment and you may have the opportunity to discuss your results with a wellness professional one-on-one, but it will all be private and confidential.  For the Great Health Challenge, you compete in teams – and only team totals are posted, never the personal data of an individual TOP

Does the Lifewellness Institute have programs to encourage employees to quit smoking?

Smoking is a personal choice, but it's also an addiction that increases the risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease. Lifewellness Institutes has created smoking cessation programs that incorporate education and support. We may also recommend a smoking cessation support group or additional wellness counseling. At Lifewellness Institute, we encourage clients to adopt lifelong healthy behaviors and breaking an addiction to smoking is a milestone in committing to healthy living. TOP

Will the results of my health tests be shared with my employer?

Sharing personal medical data with your employer is illegal.  The Lifewellness Institute never shares confidential medical information with your employers.  We do provide general information and statistics on the overall health of the company.  We utilize this data to design the most effective program possible, without sharing any private information.

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We’ve already tried health fairs and presentations, how is Lifewellness different?

At Lifewellness Institute, we utilize innovative methods that focus on education and motivation. We work with the specific needs and goals of each client to make the wellness program more effective and more personal than pre-packaged presentations or wellness fairs. TOP

As the Human Resources director, I’m not even sure where to begin implementing a health and wellness program.

If you are considering a wellness program, the first step is meeting the Lifewellness Institute staff members. We will acts as your partners is designed a program that suits your specific needs. We'll help you focus on risk factors among your employees, set targeted goals and finding strategies that will be most effective for your team. We'll give you the options and answer your questions, then let you make decisions. TOP

What benefits can I expect from implementing a health and wellness program?

A well-designed employee wellness program will reduce health care costs, absenteeism and employee turnover. You will also enjoy increased productivity and morale, not to mention you will be more appealing to skilled prospective employees. TOP

We’re such a small company, is there really a way to make a corporate wellness program effective but not spend too much money?

Lifewellness Institute knows that a small business often faces tight budget constraints. We've developed cost-effective methods so that even small businesses can implement employee wellness programs. We customize our programs to your size and your budget. TOP

What if we just want to try out a program for a little bit to see the employees reaction?

Introducing a new wellness program might seem like a big step. If you're hesitant about making a long-term commitment, we'll tailor a short-term commitment that will let you see how effective the program can be without roping you into any kind of ongoing contract. TOP

We don't have time to implement a health and wellness corporation, we're already working so hard!

If you are feeling overworked, stressed out and pressed for time, that's all the more reason to establish an engaging wellness program. We'll teach you how to incorporate healthy behaviors into your regular routine through concise, time-efficient programs based on your schedule. TOP

I don't want to invest in a corporate wellness program when medical benefits are already provided.

Medical cover is 99% reactive to disease and illness. A corporate wellness program is a proactive approach to health care. By addressing and preventing possible future health problems. Companies who incorporate wellness programs witness large savings in medical care costs, reduced absenteeism, increased productivity, and a higher rate of employee retention. Studies have shown that for every $1 spent in a corporate wellness program there was an average of $3 return on investment. TOP

My employees have medical coverage. Why have them take a health risk assessment?

Health risk assessments raise the awareness of participants so they know their personal health risk. HRAs are a way of motivating employees to take control of their health and focus on the issues most essential to their wellbeing. It will also give the employer an opportunity to measure the overall health of the company and tailor future wellness programs to address the most pressing needs. Those companies who offer health risk assessments in conjunction with wellness program found 90% participation of employees. TOP