Archive for May, 2010
Wellness Program Action Plans.
The Wellness Committee ought to set out a plan for the entire year that outlines accomplishing objectives and objectives, in addition to provides details for advertising and marketing and evaluating the program. The plan is the detailed map of what kinds of programs will be offered, when and where they’ll be scheduled, how they’ll be [...]
Workplace Physical Activity Programs – Safety Concerns
Make safety a key concern when planning exercise in your workplace. an accident or injury will not “sell” the program and may end up costing the business. This section will help you take the necessary steps to avoid an accident or injury. Points to Consider Using Certified Experts Hire specialistly qualified instructors to lead fitness [...]
Wellness Program Goals and Goals.
A Wellness Program without goals and goals is somewhat akin to taking a family trip without any planning; you won’t know where you’re going, how to get there, what you want to do once you have arrived, or even whether or not you have arrived! The trip may end up ok, or it might [...]
Workplace Physical Activity Programs – Keys to Success.
To make a difference in the lives of your fellow staff members, you first need to understand that getting active is not simply a matter of choice. Some things are within our individual control, but others are shaped by the individuals and circumstances in which we live and work. It’s Easier to be Active When… [...]
Identifying Wellness Program Needs.
Before you begin planning your Wellness Program you need to know where you are now and then decide where you want to go. Completing a thorough needs assessment is vital to the success of your wellness program for two reasons – • First it ensures that your program activities will be targeted to meet [...]
Workplace Physical Activity Programs – Kinds of Investigation.
The kind of examination you choose depends on when you do it and the kind of information you collect. This section describes when to use three kinds – formative, process and summative evaluations. During the Planning Stage Use formative investigations in the planning stages to ensure that your program is based on solid information. These [...]
Wellness Programs – Form a Wellness Committee .
Establishing an active Wellness Committee provides opportunities for both management and employee involvement in the program. The Committee should be a team of workers and managers who formally meet to plan activities to promote healthier employee lifestyles. Typical Functions of a Wellness Committee – • Reviewing needs and interests • Brainstorming program ideas • Planning [...]
Workplace Physical Activity Programs – Evaluation Guide.
What Do You Want to Achieve? Think about why you are assessing and what your examination is going to measure. When you are trying to find out whether an initiative has been successful, see when you followed your mission statement and met your goals and goals. If you don’t have a mission statement or goals [...]
Wellness Programs – Building Program Support.
As with any program, the two crucial elements for the success of your wellness program are senior level management support and staff member involvement. Senior management sets the vision and provides the resources from which action plans flow. Genuine support from senior personnel also lends credibility to the wellness program. It is key that [...]
Workplace Exercise Programs – Developing an Action Plan.
Before launching your Workplace Exercise Program, summarize the information you’ve collected and plan your next steps. At this point, you have • gained support from management for the Workplace Physical Activity Program • formed an staff member committee • examined what’s possible in your workplace • found out what employees want and need in a [...]