Worksite Wellness, Key Building Blocks to Improving Health and Productivity in Small Business

Transcription

1 Worksite Wellness, Key Building Blocks to Improving Health and Productivity in Small Business Liliana Tenney, MPH WestON 2013 UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY UNIVERSITY OF NORTHERN COLORADO

2 Today s Presentation 1. Overview of Health Links 2. How Health Links Colorado recognizes and promotes best-practices in small businesses 3. Examples of putting Total Worker Health concepts into practice 2 mini case studies 4. Metrics & Impact

3 MAKING COLORADO #1 IN HEALTH AND SAFETY THROUGH H E A L T H PROMOTION & H E A L T H PROTECTION

4

5 Why Small Business? 130,297 Small Employer Firms in CO 1-49 employees = 96% of small businesses They employ a majority of workers Currently no programs specifically geared towards them to improve worker health They have more barriers than larger businesses

6 Why Focus on the Workplace? Captive audience A lot of time is spent at work Organizational systems in place Familiarity with need for safety and health Recognition of need to address the health of workers to improve the health of business

7 DECIDING WHERE TO INVEST.

8 Common Reasons for Introducing Worksite Wellness Programs

9 Common Reasons for Introducing Worksite Wellness Programs Improve employee health outcomes Reduce work-related injuries and illnesses and their associated costs Improve productivity Reduce absenteeism and presenteeism Employee retention and attracting high quality new hires Improve corporate culture Enhance morale Improve job safety Improve job performance

10 Small vs. Large

11 Real and Perceived Barriers Lack of employee interest (64%) Lack of staff resources (50%) Funding (48%) Low participation by high risk employees (48%) Lack of management support (37%) **Knowing where to start and what resources to use.

12 BRINGING WELLNESS TO WORK.

13 Community-based Intervention: Learning more about what works for small businesses Center for Worker Health and Environment

14 Health Links Colorado aims to: Improve the health and economic well being of Colorado businesses, workers and their families by enhancing wellness and safety at work and home. Program Goals: Focus on small businesses Spotlight successes through Healthy Business Certification Provide resources and on-site support to jumpstart new worksite wellness and safety programs Connect businesses with local resources Improve business, local and state economies Identify and promote best practices

15 CSPH Center for Worker Health and Environment Local Public Health Business Community

16

17

18 How does it work? Health Links Healthy Business Certification Business under 500 employees Apply online (business) Application Scored Pay Certified Connected

19 How does it work? Health Links Kick-Start Funding Business under 50 employees Apply online (business) Review application (Health Links) Create summary report (Health Links) Conduct visit (Advisor) Implement program (business)

20 APPLICATION. 13 STEPS. 30 MINUTES.

21 Framework: A systems approach 1. Establish supportive organizational culture and leadership 2. Set clear goals and priorities 3. Integrate systems to create comprehensive program design 4. Promote employee participation 5. Tailor to specific workplace 6. Provide adequate resources 7. Communicate strategically 8. Evaluate and adjust ** Worksite wellness and safety across all systems.

22 In the last 12 months, what has your organization done to prevent chronic injuries and musculoskeletal disorders?

23 Please indicate how much of each of the following factors impacts your costs:

24

25

26 Connecting With Colorado Businesses and Communities Local Health Departments Local Worksite Wellness Networks Local Chambers

27 Colorado Health Links Local Partnerships & Collaborations

28 Benefits for Small Employers, Counties and State Small Business Counties State Resources to start or enhance workplace wellness programs Certification Seed funding Education Personnel in the community to promote Health Links and engage businesses Recognition as healthy county Information on participation, impact and successes Information on participation, impact and success Economic impact

29 Colorado Health Links Every County Matters! Over 24 counties Impacting 13% of small business in Colorado in Year 1 1,500+ small businesses funded 5,000 certified

30 Pueblo County Launch

31

32 Colorado Health Links Every County Matters! Over 24 counties Impacting 13% of small business in Colorado in Year 1 1,500+ small businesses funded 5,000 certified

33 Program Details Location Statewide - Certification County-based- Resources and direct assistance (Kick-Starter Program) Target Demographics Small businesses, 1-49 employees are the core demographic for seed funding. Small businesses, employees are the core demographic for Health Links Healthy Business TM Certification. 24 County small business employees, 1.75 million, 90% of Colorado s businesses Exposure Website, direct mail, social media, correspondence, PR, local/national/international presentations, media, publications, event booths, events. Reaching over 150,000 small businesses in Colorado to promote health, safety and wellness

34 Community-based Training Health Links Ambassadors & Advisors Training community leaders, business leaders: Community health coordinators Human resource managers Owners Worksite wellness coordinators Safety managers Development & PR Educational mission

35 Take-home Messages 1. One size does NOT fit all! 2. Put your efforts where you ll be successful 3. Identify champions in leadership, management and staff 4. Every step counts. Start small. 5. Gather, inform and adjust.

36 Pillars of Wellness Social Physical Investing in a balanced portfolio Mental & Emotional Financial

37 CASE STUDY: SAN ISABEL ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION

38 San Isabel Electric Association 85 employees Yearly Health Fair Annual Health Survey Offer Incentives Health Positive Building Ongoing Education Established safety program

39 CASE STUDY: HARP AUTHORITY

40 HARP Authority 5 Employees No Current Wellness Program Leadership Support Provide Benefits Safety Program in Place 50% days away due to sick time Access to Low Cost Resources

41 Healthy Business Benchmarks

42 HARP Authority Goals *Establish a employee walking program (1) Conduct employee needs assessment (2) Communicate effectively at staff meetings

43 Colorado Health Links A business plan designed for growth & sustainability. Industry Analysis Customer Analysis Competitive Analysis Situation Analysis Operations Financials

44 Outcomes & Benefits The Colorado Health Links team will be able to evaluate and demonstrate results in a timely manner, showing positive impact in the human health & economic wellbeing of: Population Outcomes Benefit Worker Risk reduction Better health, improved quality of life, productivity and injury Families Improved health of family members Improved health, improved family dynamics, reduced risk of illness and disease Businesses Healthier and happier workforce Increase productivity, reduced healthcare costs, reduced workers comp claims and costs, improved employee retention Local Counties Healthier community Recognition, improved economy State Healthier state Recognition, positive impact on economy

45 Show me the ROI!!!!

46 Challenges Opportunities Increasing awareness Reaching small businesses vs. engaging small businesses Finding the golden goose value proposition Converting interest to participation Maintaining connection

47 The Big Picture STATE LEVEL Program Sponsors State Health Department Economic Development Healthcare Policy University CSPH Chambers Health Departments Local Vendors Healthcare Services Insurers HOME COUNTY LEVEL WORK LOCAL BUSINESS

48

49 Thank You. Questions?

50 Thank You Health Links Team Lee Newman, MD, MA Michelle Haan, MPH Lucia Lapaz Elizabeth Sinatra, MPH Jenn Leiferman, PhD Jennifer Seifert CDC/NIOSH Colorado School of Public Health Pinnacol Assurance The Harold Hollis Family Trust El Pomar Foundation Pueblo Partners Pueblo City-County Health Department Pueblo Greater Chamber of Commerce Pueblo Latino Chamber of Commerce Kaiser Permanente Weigh and Win Program Parkview Medical Center San Isabel Electric Association Pueblo Board of Water Works HARP Authority

51 Contact Liliana Tenney, MPH

52 Resources Comprehensive worksite wellness information for all organizations: CDC National Healthy Worksite Program: Comprehensive worksite wellness information (designed for state and federal government but has resources for all organizations): CDC National Healthier Worksite Initiative: Integration of NIOSH and workplace health promotion, with comprehensive resources: Total Worker Health: General guide, resources, and framework: CDC Worksite Health Promotion:

53 Resources Evidence-based interventions specific to workplace: The Guide to Community Preventive Services: Assessment tool, and program ideas: CDC Worksite Health Scorecard Manual: Comprehensive evidence-based resources on a variety of workplace wellness topics: Wellness information targeting hospitals: Healthy Hospital Choices: