​Workforce Wellness

A workforce wellness initiative is more than just a program. It refers to the systematic efforts of an organization to enhance the wellness of its members through education, behavioral change and cultural support. Many employers take an active role in supporting employee wellness because improved quality of life positively affects overall productivity, health and stability of the workforce. The key to long-term success is building a culture within the organization that encourages and supports health and healthy behaviors. This course provides a comprehensive overview of workforce wellness.

Improving Employee Financial Wellness Strategies

Many employers are concerned about employee financial wellness. Some want to start up a financial wellness program and need ideas. Others already have a financial wellness program in place but are looking for new ideas to boost employee engagement and business ROI. This session addresses the interplay between early financial wellness, personal finance skills and retirement readiness to see how employers can make a bigger impact. ​

Watch the webcast (Recorded on 10/3/2019)

Mental Health Benefits—Parity Compliance Considerations and Federal Enforcement of MHPAEA

Mental health and substance use disorders among the workforce take a large toll on employees and employers. To address this, many plans offer mental health and substance use disorder benefits along with their traditional medical and surgical benefits. Plan sponsors need to make sure these benefits comply with federal parity rules. This session focuses on complying with federal mental health parity rules such as the Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA). The presentation addresses final guidance issued by the DOL in September 2019 as well as federal enforcement of MHPAEA.

Watch the webcast (Recorded on 9/19/2019)

Wellness Benefits: Trends and Best Practices

Over the last ten years, workplace wellness initiatives have evolved beyond health risk assessments, physical fitness and nutrition programs. Successful wellness programs now include resources supporting mental health, financial wellness, substance abuse issues and more. Effective wellness program directors use both health and wellness data points and best practices, while keeping an eye on developing trends. This session focuses on how wellness initiatives can evolve to positively impact organizations.

Watch the webcast (Recorded on 8/1/2019)