- The Well City USA designation is awarded by the Wellness Councils
of America (WELCOA) to cities/areas that have over twenty percent of
the work force employed by organizations that are designated as well
workplaces.
- A Well Workplace designation is earned by companies that have employee
wellness programs that meet the standards of excellence set by WELCOA.
- There are 23 designated well workplaces employing over 21,000 people
in the Kanawha Valley that have contributed to the "Well City USA"
designation.
- The Kanawha Valley is one of only seven regions in the nation to
receive this prestigious award. Others include: Jacksonville, FL, Omaha
NE, Chattanooga, TN, Hobart, IN, Lincoln, NE, Kearney, NE.
- Benefits of Worksite Wellness to an Employer: reduced absenteeism,
reduced healthcare costs, increased productivity and reduced employee
stress.
- Benefits to our Valley: Increased positive publicity and show of support
from organizations committed to employee health, and increased economic
development.
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