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OASFAA MAY BE 45, BUT I LOOK and FEEL 21: WELLNESS STRATEGIES FOR THE WORKPLACE

OASFAA MAY BE 45, BUT I LOOK and FEEL 21: WELLNESS STRATEGIES FOR THE WORKPLACE. OASFAA MAY BE 45, BUT I LOOK and FEEL 21: WELLNESS STRATEGIES FOR THE WORKPLACE. Brandi Lee: Coordinator of Financial Aid Miami University December 13, 2013. OASFAA Supports 45 Years. Wellness in the Workplace.

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OASFAA MAY BE 45, BUT I LOOK and FEEL 21: WELLNESS STRATEGIES FOR THE WORKPLACE

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  1. OASFAA MAY BE 45, BUT I LOOK and FEEL 21: WELLNESS STRATEGIES FOR THE WORKPLACE OASFAA MAY BE 45, BUT I LOOK and FEEL 21: WELLNESS STRATEGIES FOR THE WORKPLACE Brandi Lee: Coordinator of Financial Aid Miami University December 13, 2013 OASFAA Supports 45 Years

  2. Wellness in the Workplace Overview of wellness Wellness and the employer Boosting office morale Taking charge of your own wellness Let’s get physical!

  3. What is workplace wellness? Programs designed by the workplace to encourage individuals to take preventive measures to avert the onset or worsening of an illness or disease and to adopt a healthier lifestyle.

  4. Astonishing statistics!!

  5. Why do we need wellness programs? provides a supportive work environment keeps employees motivated and engaged  reinforce healthy behaviors  benefits employer, employee, and community  reduced absenteeism and lost time 

  6. What are employers doing about wellness? *About 50% of employers in U.S. offer wellness promotion initiatives A broad range of benefits are offered under the label “workplace wellness,” from multi-component programs to single interventions, and benefits can be offered by employers directly, through a vendor, group health plans, or a combination of both.  

  7. Wellness Screening Activities Wellness Screening Activities Preventive Interventions

  8. Incentives Incentives offered to increase employee participation in screening activities and to encourage joining intervention programs Gym discounts T-Shirts Gift cards Cash Health premium discounts

  9. Office Morale An unhappy workplace can increase depression and heart disease rates.  People who are more psychologically well and happier tend to be better producers, and stay on the job longer .

  10. Boost office morale! • Show appreciation • Employee perks • Social committee and outings • Brighten up the workspace • Aim for fitness goals together • Encourage/support professional development • Have fun

  11. Take Wellness Into Your Own Hands Take charge of your diet and exercise Your employer can offer the most inclusive wellness program ever, but only YOU can decide to make your health a priority!

  12. Diet Tips for the Workplace • Pack your lunch • Drink at least 8 glasses of water each day • Have healthy carry-ins • Keep non-perishable snacks at your desk

  13. Exercise Tips for the Workplace • Fake a shower • Don’t forget to pack your bag • 30/30 lunch • Walk outdoors/inside workplace • Exercise in your office/cubicle (see next slide )

  14. Simple Office Workout 1. Arm circles 2. Arm scissors 3. Triceps toner 4. Torso twist/trimmer 5. Neck stretch 6. Chest stretch 7. Tummy tuck 8. Breathe deeply

  15. OASFAA Supports 45 Years

  16. References Boosting morale.  Amy Novotney, December 2010, Vol. 41, No. 11, p. 32  Why Workplace Wellness is Important: Karen Smith: acchamber.org Workplace Wellness Programs Study: SoerenMattke, Hangsheng Liu, John P. Caloyeras, Christina Y. Huang, Kristin R. Van Busum, Dmitry Khodyakov, Victoria Shier. 2013.  RAND Corporation 

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