“Planting the Seeds for Wellness” Fair
The Scott Lawson Companies (Concord, NH) held its first Wellness Fair on April 22nd. Local businesses and non-profit organizations participated in the free event organized by Workforce Wellness LLC. This was a great opportunity to experience a variety of approaches to health and wellness by showcasing vendors that specialize in a wide array of related disciplines.
Attendees were able to view the effects of sun exposure with a Derma Scan, indulge in a massage from Chichester Massage, and taste healthy foods prepared during a cooking demo. It was a ‘first’ for many to experience Reiki and acupuncture. Coppola Physical Therapy tested grip strength and Workforce Wellness LLC screened biometric measurements.
The Dover and Concord Police Departments entertained the crowd! People realized the visual effects of impairment by wearing the ‘beer goggles’. Attendees were reminded of the importance of wearing a safety belt after taking a ride in the car crash simulator.
There were many products to sample such as Badger Balm and Stonyfield Farm yogurt. Care providers such as Delta Dental, MVP Health Care and The Center for Health Promotion were well represented. Healthy recipes, nutrition and health information were exchanged.
The positive vibe and focus on healthy living was at the very foundation of this outstanding event! Thank you to all the exhibitors and organizations that donated their time, goods and services:
- American Cancer Society
- Arthritis Foundation
- Concord Community Acupuncture
- WS Badger (Badger Balm)
- Bikram Yoga Concord
- Center for Health Promotion
- Concord Police Department
- Coppola Physical Therapy
- Body Works Martial Arts
- Chichester Massage
- Delta Dental
- Dover Police Department
- Melcher & Prescott Insurance
- MVP Health Care
- Northeast Organic Farming Association
- Stonyfield Farm
- Workforce Wellness
The Value of a Health Risk Assessment
For all of us, lifestyle choices made today are an investment in long-term health. The success of an organization depends on the health and productivity of its employees. Behaviors such as lack of exercise, smoking, and poor diet are among the risk factors that increase the chances of becoming ill. Employers who take the steps to improve employee health experience an increase in productivity and a boost in morale. Health care costs and absenteeism are typically reduced. One simple step that can assist in this process is offering employees a Health Risk Assessment (HRA). An employer can benefit from the results of a HRA.
What is an HRA? The HRA is a confidential health questionnaire used to identify personal health risks. The HRA asks basic questions about health habits and history. Employees fill out a survey. The assessment generally takes about 15-minutes to complete.
The standardized form of the HRA allows for an overall evaluation of the participant’s current health status based on factors such as sleep, fitness, stress management and nutrition. Participants receive an in-depth personal report upon completion of the HRA survey. The report is in a format that is easy to understand. An overview of the participant’s current health status is given. The report educates about how to make positive and lasting lifestyle changes.
Aggregate HRA results may be used by the employer to promote employee health and address specific health risks. Offering health screenings, education and risk reduction activities creates awareness and supports healthy behavior change.
Research shows that poor health practice and the existence of health risks have a significant impact an organization’s bottom line. Taking steps to protect and improve the health of your employees is good business. This can pay off in lower health care costs, less sickness and lost work time, improved productivity, and increased morale. Health behavior research has shown that helping people identify threats to their health encourages the process of healthy change.
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