By now, many employers have made getting their workers vaccinated a major priority. Some employers choose to go with the stick approach, putting job security on the line for employees who don’t get vaccinated. Other employers are going with the carrot, offering incentives for employees to get vaccinated. The question is, which incentives work best for increasing employee vaccination rates? June surveys conducted by the Kaiser Family Foundation found that 65% of employees were encouraged by their employer to get a covid-19 vaccine. Some employers have offered free donuts, tickets to events, gift cards, and more. Everyone is trying to figure out the magic formula to motivate their employees. Some choices have worked better than others. Paid time off is a popular choice as an incentive for employees to get vaccinated. The American Rescue Plan allows companies to claim payroll tax credits if they offer PTO for getting a vaccine and the company has less than 500 employees. PTO can be an effective incentive, however, this option may not work for all companies. Merchandise can include things like free t-shirts, mugs, fitness gear, etc., and can be a fun way to incentivize vaccinations. If you have a current company health and wellness incentive program […]
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Trends in Wellness and Travel For Incentive Programs
Health and wellness is at the top of mind for many people these days, including incentive program managers. The Incentive Research Foundation (IRF) recently released a report going over some of the current trends in health and wellness, as it pertains to travel incentives. Their report focused on meetings in particular, but their findings apply to health and travel incentives on a far broader scale. Travel incentives are a common type of experiential reward. In the past, experiential rewards have been very popular among incentive program participants, but since the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, these incentives present some unique challenges. Participants want to know that they can enjoy their travel incentive without risking their health. The IRF found that answers to the following concerns were very important to communicate to participants. Cleaning standards: Participants need to know what level of cleanliness they can expect from their travel locations. Consistency of health safety protocols: It is one thing to have health and safety standards, but participants need to know how strictly and consistently they are enforced. Masks: Will all visitors be required to wear masks? Only vaccinated visitors? No one at all? These are questions that participants will want the […]
Top Employee Health and Wellness Trends 2020-2021
Health and wellness is more important to people than ever before and companies are taking notice. A recent report from Shortlister reviewed the top employee wellness trends for the last few years. The categories they reviewed include: The majority of businesses surveyed said that wellness is one of their business objectives. In 2020, 97% of businesses surveyed said wellness prioritization is an equal or greater priority to them than the year before. 31% of businesses surveyed said that they were prioritizing Implementing a wellness program via a third-party vendor more in 2020 than in 2019. 51% of companies surveyed showed a greater interest in implementing points-based wellness programs. Follow the issues presented by the pandemic, many companies have changed their prioritization of various wellness issues. Here is a breakdown of those changes for 2021: If you are interested in improving or starting an employee wellness program, contact our team at All Digital Rewards. When you want to be the best, work with the best. We know you need an incentive program that is not a one-size-fits-all box solution. Our SaaS Platform will simplify every kind of health and wellness overlay promotion and give you peace of mind that your program […]
Health and Wellness Program Management Software and Technology Comparisons
When one thinks about corporate health and wellness programs, prepaid cards may not be the first thing that comes to mind. However, it is not uncommon for companies with health and wellness rewards programs to offer prepaid cards, usually delivered through a points-based system in which participants can receive points in exchange for health program-related behaviors. These points serve as a form of online currency that can be redeemed for prepaid cards, digital rewards, gift cards, experiential rewards, and merchandise, usually after a specific predetermined behavioral objective has been performed. When researching and comparing health and wellness program technologies, it is easy to see that this market is rapidly changing. By comparing what different companies are offering, you can narrow your choices to know what is the best fit for your program. The process begins with understanding the intricacies of the methodology used in the health and wellness program software. An example could be considering if it is better to have a pin for a virtual prepaid debit card or a physical prepaid reward card? Do you know what the software being used is and how it can be implemented into your current system? Alternatively, should you start with a […]
How To Increase Health and Wellness Program Participation With The Right Rewards and Incentives
The impact a health and wellness employee incentive program has on staff performance and overall health is astronomical! At insurance company Aflac, 61% of employees agree that they’ve made healthier lifestyle choices because of their company’s wellness program. 91% of staff at companies that have programs supporting health and wellness efforts say they feel motivated to do their best. In the last year, health and wellness has been shown to be more important than ever, which comes with even more pressure to make sure these programs are successful. A key thing influencing the success of wellness programs is the reward selections being offered in the health and wellness incentive program. The question is, how do you know which incentives and rewards will drive healthier outcomes and better participation? We’ve compiled a few important elements you need to know when choosing incentives and rewards for your health and wellness program: The first key is to know your audience. A huge factor to consider when crafting or maintaining a wellness program for a company and employees is what demographics make up your workforce. Knowing this information will help you and your reward provider choose products that will engage participants and increase healthier […]
Is Your Plan Using the Correct Health and Wellness Participatory Reward Program?
More and more companies are seeking to create healthier workplaces. A 2017 survey conducted by the Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM) showed that 53% of organizations want to encourage health and wellness in their organization’s culture and 60% of organizations have implemented some sort of health and wellness program. It is important to create a health and wellness program that will effectively garner employee participation. An excellent way to help create a culture of health and wellness within your company or organization, as well as to ensure maximum participation in your company’s program is to create a health and wellness redemption rewards program. A health and wellness rewards program has multiple benefits that improve both productivity and participants health and wellbeing. A health and wellness incentive reward program can help individuals and families make healthy choices every day, while also reducing elevated health risks. Employers who implement health and wellness reward and incentive programs will see productivity improvements amongst their employees and lower absenteeism. Implementing a health and wellness rewards program shows your employees that you care about their wellbeing and it can improve your company’s employee recruitment and retention, all the while building your employees’ morale. Additionally, a […]
Reward Incentives That Increase Health and Wellness Program Participation
The impact a health and wellness employee incentive program has on staff performance and overall health is astronomical! So much so that 61% of employees agree that they’ve made healthier lifestyle choices because of their company’s wellness program-Aflac, and a whopping 91% of staff at companies that support well-being efforts say they feel motivated to do their best. –American Psychological Association. A key contributor influencing the outcome of these statistics is the reward selections being offered in the health and wellness incentive program. So how do you know which incentives and rewards will drive better participation and healthier outcomes? Below are three important factors to keep in mind when bringing incentives and rewards into your health and wellness program: Incentive rewards are an essential component when running a successful health and wellness program. They play a vital role in combating declining workforce satisfaction trends. In 1987 a U.S. employee satisfaction rate was 61%, in 2010 a mere 45% were satisfied with their job. Today, 61% of the U.S. population state that they are burned out on their job. –CareerBuilder Don’t let these unfavorable satisfaction statistics affect your next health and wellness program initiative. Creating a successful health and wellness program […]
Start The New Year With a Winning Wellness Program
It’s that time, setting better intentions for ourselves to get healthy. Whether it be going to the gym more or eating better, which are literally the top two resolutions the general public gravitates towards, and we’ve got the research to prove it (see the infographic below)! But let’s get to the nitty-gritty of why 2018 is the year to cultivate a winning wellness program. Source: Accelerant Research As the wellness industry continues to evolve (now grossing a whopping $6 billion), it’s becoming more transparent, and providing more information that is readily available for the general population, we can see now how important health and wellness plays in our daily lives, not only for current state of well being, but there is proven research that shows increase in work productivity/performance, less stress-more happiness, and life longevity. So many wonderful benefits and a better quality of life can be achieved with a simple health and wellness program, and the working men and women are taking notice. “More than three-quarters of job seekers say benefits are “very important” when considering a job offer, and 69% say they might choose one job over another if it offered better benefits.”-Source: Spring Buk. Which is why […]
7 Workplace Wellness Trends for 2017
Corporate health and wellness programs are becoming increasingly popular in today’s workforce due to the realization of how beneficial these programs really are. Employees are encouraged to become more mindful about their health and gain so much by harnessing this healthy lifestyle. Companies reap the benefits from these workplace wellness programs by lowered healthcare costs, boosted productivity, and much more! Numerous companies and corporations are putting a plan in place, a plan to create a healthy and encouraging work environment, a plan to open on-site fitness centers, promote meditation breaks, present healthier food options. These companies and corporations are really seeing the success of their health and wellness programs. At ADR we are always on the hunt for great health and wellness trends to keep employees, happy, healthy, and motivated. We have compiled a list of our top 7 workplace wellness trends below! Mind over Matter. These days more and more workplace wellness programs are focusing on mental health vs. physical health. Becoming more mindful of the mental state is crucial because it is what drives us physically, the mind powers the body! Meditation breaks, silent sits, or even beginning each meeting with 5 minutes of meditation can offer tremendous […]
Top 7 Reasons Why Employees Steer Clear of Health and Wellness Programs and How to Reel Them Back In
Implementing a health and wellness program for your employees is an excellent strategy to engage and motivate employee retention. While these programs can offer great benefits such as health improvements, lowered health insurance costs, and increase productivity, they can also send up a red flag to a potential participating employee to run the other way. Listed below are the top 7 reasons why an employee may avoid a health and wellness program and how to resolve it. Problem: Over worked. Many employees feel work makes them tired, stressed and overworked. It makes sense that the health and wellness message is overlooked, especially when the employer is asking employees to participate in cutting back company costs. Solution: Avoid mentioning the benefits the company will reap and send a clear message that this program is for the employee and their health. *Tip: Offer paid lunches to those who participate in legitimate health care screenings on their lunch. Problem: Upper management doesn’t participate. This should go unsaid, but let’s face it, it’s been done. It gives off that “I can do what I want since I’m a manager vibe” and it can be offputting. When upper management doesn’t have to participate, and they […]
15 Great Health and Wellness Incentive Program Ideas
To craft a successful health and wellness program, a participating company must establish a healthy culture and continue to motivate their participants. The overall goal of a health and wellness program is to embrace and cultivate a healthy lifestyle, and to do so the participating company must create a healthy culture. Below we have listed 15 incentive program ideas that help promote a healthy environment but be mindful that implementing these helpful tips doesn’t stop there. A company must have a well thought out strategy in order to keep your employees motivated in a health and wellness program. Flex Benefits Credits Half a Year Membership to Weight Watchers or a Local Fitness Studio Per Year Following Active Participation Drawings for iPads, Travel, Gift Cards, Smart TVs, FitBits, Fitness Equipment, Merchandise Recognition and Celebratory Events Up to x Amount of Dollars Per Couple Into an Additional HRA Fund Upon Completion, a $100 Reward For an Accomplished HRA, Health Screening, and Health Report With Action Plan Up to $1,000 towards an HRA Drawing For a Full Day of PTO Upon Completion of the Health Assessment Health Cash Points For Employees and Their Significant Other If They Have Continually Engaged In The Wellness […]
