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Congratulations on taking steps to support the health of your employees! Below are answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about the Connect to Wellness program.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Connect to Wellness\u2122 FAQ<\/h2>\n
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What is Connect to Wellness\u2122?<\/h2>\n

\nConnect to Wellness\u2122is an an affordable, evidence-based workplace wellness program<\/strong> designed specifically for small businesses and organizations<\/strong>. Developed by the University of Washington’s Health Promotion Research Center<\/a>, it helps employers create healthier workplaces with practical tools and support. To date, the program has partnered with over 200 employers and 11,500 employees nationwide<\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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What size companies can enroll in Connect to Wellness\u2122?<\/h2>\n

\nThe Connect to Wellness\u2122 team understands that smaller organizations often work with fewer resources than larger ones, so each aspect of this program is meant to be a light lift. Over the past 15 years our team has worked with a variety of organization sizes \u2013 from those with fewer than 10 employees to those with more than 1,000. What maters most is that you and your employees have an interest and intent in improving the health of your organization<\/strong>. If you have concerns about how large (or small!) your organization is and how Connect to Wellness will work for you, then we encourage you to reach out to our team at ctwell@uw.edu<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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What makes Connect to Wellness\u2122 different from other wellness programs?<\/h2>\n

\nEvidence is a key part of our brand<\/strong> and Connect to Wellness is based on evidence-based practices, which have been proven to work through rigorous scientific testing. Via our suite of Comprehensive Toolkits<\/strong>, Connect to Wellness emphasizes practices that are low-cost and high benefit<\/strong>, which differentiate our program from those designed for larger organizations.<\/p>\n

See below for a few examples of what you will find in the Connect to Wellness Comprehensive Toolkits<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

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Additional Toolkits focus on getting your wellness program started, creating wellness committees, health communications, tobacco cessation and control, illness prevention, and preventative screenings.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Is Connect to Wellness\u2122 an affordable option for businesses with small budgets?<\/h2>\n

\nToo many wellness programs assume a worksite has funds set aside for wellness activities and promotion. At Connect to Wellness\u2122 we understand that, while employee health is important, sometimes there just isn\u2019t a budget for it. That\u2019s why all the resources within Connect to Wellness\u2122 are meant to be free or low-cost<\/strong> (while still being evidence-based), ensuring that, regardless of your budget, you\u2019re able to support employee health using methods that are known to work. We’ve priced Connect to Wellness\u2122 to be based on number of employees (either fewer or greater than 25). For worksites with fewer than 25 employees it’s $550 a year, and those with more than 25 employees it’s $700 a year.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Do I need to have a health insurance program or EAP to enroll in Connect to Wellness\u2122?<\/h2>\n

\nIt\u2019s not required for your worksite to have health insurance or an EAP in order to enroll. Connect to Wellness\u2122 can be implemented at a worksite by itself, or it can be integrated as part of a larger wellness offering that your worksite has. It focuses on practical, accessible wellness activities<\/strong> that any workplace can easily implement.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Do all of my employees have to sign up for Connect to Wellness\u2122?<\/h2>\n

\nNo need to count how many of your employees will participate – Connect to Wellness\u2122 is designed to impact the organization as a whole, with resources such as programs, communication templates, and example policies. Using this method of approaching workplace wellness, Connect to Wellness can positively impact the health of your employees<\/strong> regardless of their shift, FTE, or their availability outside of work.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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What happens after we sign up?<\/h2>\n

\nWithin five (5) business days, your Connect to Wellness consultant will schedule your first meeting to complete a Workplace Assessment<\/strong>. At your second meeting, you\u2019ll receive a customized Recommendations Report<\/strong> along with secure access to Comprehensive Toolkits, Recognition Materials,<\/strong> and supporting materials. Over the next 12 months, you\u2019ll use these resources to put your recommendations into action, with up to two hours of free technical assistance<\/strong> available from your consultant. After 12 months, your Connect to Wellness consultant will conduct a follow-up assessment to review your progress, celebrate your successes, and to update your Recommendations Report to reflect your updated wellness goals.<\/p>\n

Below you\u2019ll find more details about each activity.<\/p>\n

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What is the time commitment for Connect to Wellness\u2122? How quickly does it take to get started, and how long does it last?<\/h2>\n

\nGetting started with Connect to Wellness couldn\u2019t be easier<\/strong> \u2013 you meet with your Connect to Wellness consultant twice, once to complete an assessment where you tell them about what you\u2019re currently doing and what your goals are, and a second time to hear their recommendations and receive an Implementation Plan. After those two meetings, you can get going! Your Connect to Wellness consultant will regularly reach out<\/strong> to see if additional support is needed, but Connect to Wellness is designed to be low lift. Your worksite can engage with Connect to Wellness for as long as you would like. After a year with the program, you\u2019ll meet again with your Connect to Wellness consultant to do another assessment, this time to recognize the areas you\u2019ve grown<\/strong>, and to identify any new goals you may have.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Can I do other programs or policies that are not included in the toolkits, or integrate Connect to Wellness\u2122 into what we are already doing?<\/h2>\n

\nYou know your employees best<\/strong> \u2013 if there\u2019s a policy or program that you think would serve your employees in addition to those found in Connect to Wellness, then you\u2019re welcome to implement it as well. We recommend checking in with your Connect to Wellness consultant prior to implementing these other initiatives \u2013 some popular programs and challenges aren\u2019t backed by science, and your consultant may have an idea of how to achieve the same goal with an evidence-based solution.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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How does Connect to Wellness\u2122 help me support my employees?<\/h2>\n

\nConnect to Wellness\u2122 is customizable \u2013 your recommended wellness strategies are tailored to fit<\/strong> your small business\u2019s unique culture and priorities. Because it\u2019s research-backed, employees benefit from proven approaches that improve health and engagement<\/strong>. Connect to Wellness adapts to what your team wants, so your staff sees relevant, practical wellness options that make a real difference.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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Can Connect to Wellness\u2122 help my employees with mental health concerns?<\/h2>\n

\nOur team believes that mental health is just as important as physical health, and we\u2019ve been hard at work building out mental health supports. Currently, one of our most popular toolkits is the Stress Management toolkit. This includes resources for employees to use to help with day-to-day stress management, as well as resources for employers to implement at the organization level to make the worksite less stressful overall.<\/p>\n

Connect to Wellness\u2122 is based on continuous research<\/strong>, and our team continues to keep our fingers on the pulse of what employers and employees at small businesses want. As part of this, we\u2019re currently building out a more comprehensive toolkit that will address mental health concerns such as depression, anxiety, and sleep. Check back soon for more updates!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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I am concerned about productivity and retention, can Connect to Wellness\u2122 help with that?<\/h2>\n

\nConnect to Wellness\u2122 supports productivity and retention by creating a healthier, more engaged workforce<\/strong>. Because the program is customizable, it aligns with your business\u2019s priorities and culture, helping employees feel valued and supported<\/strong>. Research shows that when staff have access to relevant wellness resources, they\u2019re more likely to stay with their employer, perform better, and contribute to a positive workplace environment (can include same cites from webpage).<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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What support is provided by this program?<\/h2>\n

\nYour Connect to Wellness\u2122 consultant will guide you through a Workplace Assessment<\/strong> to learn more about the wellness goals of your organization and current wellness practices. They will then use that information to generate a customized Recommendations Report<\/strong>. Your consultant will guide you through the report and assist you in creating an Implementation Plan<\/strong>, and afterwards they will provide you with access to the full set of Comprehensive Toolkits, a suite of Recognition Materials, and other resources<\/strong>. At that point your organization will have all it needs to launch the program, but if you require a bit more help or have other questions, you may receive up to 2 free hours of additional consultation per year<\/strong>, with the option of more time if you need it.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Download the FAQ PDF<\/a><\/p>\n

Want more information or have other Questions?<\/h2>\n

We look forward to partnering with you to bring all the benefits of a healthy workplace to you and your employees!<\/p>\n

Contact Us<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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