Building a Healthier Polk 3 Year Summary | Page 26

METHOD Surveys were distributed via email to key organizations including local chambers, civic and professional organizations and small business groups. The survey was designed to identify the extent to which businesses followed nationally recognized benchmarks for worksite wellness program development: 1. Capturing CEO support 2. Creating cohesive wellness teams 3. Collecting data to drive health efforts 4. Carefully crafting an operating plan 5. Choosing appropriate interventions 6. Creating a supportive environment 7. Carefully evaluating outcomes Results were recorded and compiled, then analyzed at subsequent Worksite Wellness Strategy meetings. *See Addendum C for the complete survey. 26