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87

businesses responded to the survey
• PWP members provided presentations on creating and implementing effective worksite wellness programs to the Career Source Polk Human Resource Roundtable .
SURVEY HIGHLIGHTS :
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48

businesses have wellness programs , bringing the combined total of wellness programs to

892

• 19 % Allocated workout space
• 34 % Employer subsidized or discounted memberships to fitness centers
• 37 % Sponsorship of employee teams ( sports walks / runs )
• 47 % Employee Assistance Programs
• 80 % Kitchen equipment for employee food and storage ( microwave , refrigerator , etc .)
• 48 % Health Risk Assessments
• 65 % Tobacco or smoke-free worksite
• 54 % Health and wellness education / training
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25

businesses wish to develop wellness programs
The Worksite Wellness Strategy group hosted an educational session for the 25 businesses requesting support .
SUMMARY
Many businesses are already offering at least a small sampling of wellness opportunities for their employees . Over half of businesses surveyed had wellness programs supported by senior level management . The majority of businesses indicated they have plans to continue or improve upon their wellness offerings .
We found the survey not only captured information related to worksite
wellness , but it also served as an educational tool informing businesses
of best practices .
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