YOUR NEEDS. OUR FOCUS. HEALTH AND WELLNESS. Take the guesswork out of wellness and target a healthier organization. Health and Wellness

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1 YOUR NEEDS. OUR FOCUS. HEALTH AND WELLNESS Take the guesswork out of wellness and target a healthier organization Health and Wellness

2 Why invest in wellness? One in two Canadian employees has at least one chronic condition and unmanaged chronic disease is the biggest cost driver for employers. 1 If related risk factors were eliminated, at least 80% of all heart disease, stroke and type 2 diabetes would be prevented; over 40% of cancer would be prevented. 2 Canadian employers lost an average of 9.3 workdays per employee in 2011, costing the economy $16.6B. 3 $ $ $ Workplace wellness programs can save $251 per employee, per year. 4 It s time to take action with a targeted approach Sanofi Canada Healthcare Survey 2 World Health Organization, Preventing chronic diseases: a vital investment 3 Statistics Canada, Work Absences in Sun Life-Ivey Canadian Wellness Return on Investment (ROI) Study, Phase 1

3 87 % of organizations do not measure the health status of the majority of their employees, leaving many unaware of the risks they may be facing, and the necessary response Sun Life-Buffett National Wellness Survey Target: healthy employees and a healthier organization A targeted approach is about assessing the impact of employee health on your business, and defining your organizational health objectives. With the right strategy, you can empower your employees to take charge of their health with tools and programs that will make a difference. We will help you: Identify employee health needs and wants Establish benchmarks and baseline data Set objectives aligned to organizational objectives Provide targeted programming to address top health risks Measure results as you go to assess program value Adjust strategy/approach to maximize results Continue to make the business case for wellness So you and your employees get the most from your investment. 3

4 Taking action Strategy and planning Health and wellness consulting services Reduce the time and resources required to design and deliver an effective wellness program. With the right expertise and support, you can bring focus to your planning and programming, so that wellness becomes an investment not an expense. Sun Life HealthySTART program Takes the guesswork out of wellness and prepares you to develop and follow an insights-driven wellness strategy that targets the health risks affecting your organization. This program includes an Integrated Data Analysis, Health Risk Assessment or Employee Wellness Survey, and strategic recommendations. Targeted action Sun Life HealthyFOCUS programs Ready-to-launch wellness programs offering prevention initiatives, education, and health resources to address chronic health conditions. With these targeted programs, you can take preventative action on the most prevalent health conditions within your workplace through a best practice approach. Your time is valuable; our team can help reduce your need to allocate time and resources by providing planning, project management, and communications support. Mental health products and services Developed in line with the National Standard for Psychological Health and Safety, these services include organizational assessment, strategic planning, training, and prevention programs. We have the right team of experts and the resources, products and services to help you manage mental health issues in your workplace % of participants said that they would make changes to their lifestyles as a result of participating in a Sun Life health screening clinic. * *Results based on percentage of respondents to a post-screening evaluation survey.

5 Partnering with Sun Life has given us a tailored approach to our employees health and wellness. The insights provided by the Sun Life wellness team have helped to provide the foundation of an action plan that is both valuable to employees and aligned with our company s goals. Carl Jafrabad Director, Compensation Benefits & Pensions Nestlé Canada À la carte options Health and wellness strategic consulting Integrated Data Analysis (IDA) Employee wellness survey Health Risk Assessment (HRA) Screening clinics Manager mental health training Workplace peer support programs Health challenges Education sessions Flu clinics Behaviour modification programs Customized wellness websites Communications toolkits to promote your health initiatives 5

6 Your needs. Our focus. With Sun Life, you will work with a dedicated in-house team of experienced workplace wellness professionals. Working as an extension of your organization, we learn your unique culture and requirements in order to develop effective solutions and provide the support you need when it comes to strategy, planning, and program delivery. Our wellness experts have real-world industry experience and have worked with organizations across all industries. Our team includes certified workplace wellness professionals and those with specialized expertise in nutrition, fitness, and human resources. Your business can achieve optimal productivity with an effective wellness program that fosters a strong culture of organizational health. Drawing on over 18 years of industryleading experience, we can provide the tools, knowledge, and expertise to help you define and reach your goals. 6

7 Helping you across the broader health continuum Sun Life Financial believes in the rewards of employee health. So, we make it easy for you to invest in health and well-being at your workplace. We provide health benefits coverage to more than three million Canadian employees and their families that s 1 in 6 Canadians. In addition to offering a diverse range of products, we strive to provide industry-leading service innovations that heighten employees engagement with their plans, and enhance their benefits experience. Explore our products and services and contact us to find out how we can partner to help you invest in the health of your employees. Sun Life services across the health continuum: Health and wellness Mental health Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Organizational health consulting Absence and disability management For more information on Sun Life s Group Benefits Services, visit sunlife.ca/groupbenefits 7

8 Sun Life is a proud leader in health and wellness research to help guide employers through a best practice approach. Our goal is to provide the data, knowledge, and insights to help employers build and foster healthier organizations. As a leading provider of health and wellness services, Sun Life is proud to work with a wide range of people inside and outside of Sun Life to bring the best thinking in Group Benefits to the marketplace. These are subject experts, visionaries, and leaders in best practices and innovative ideas coming together to take benefits to the next level. Visit sunlife.ca/healthandwellness for more resources and expertise. Join THE CONVERSATION. Start targeting wellness For more information, contact your Sun Life Group Benefits representative or visit sunlife.ca/healthandwellness today. Life s brighter under the sun Group Benefits are offered by Sun Life Assurance Company of Canada, a member of the Sun Life Financial group of companies. GB00227-E sk-bb Health and Wellness