Even with a growing focus on employee well-being, many valuable health and wellness benefits continue to go unused. If you’re offering group benefits, here are a few areas worth spotlighting in employee communications this National Wellness Month:
- Mental health support – Most plans include access to counseling through employee assistance programs, yet usage remains low even as demand for mental health resources grows
- Financial wellness tools, including budgeting apps, student loan support, and retirement planning tools, are increasingly common. Nearly half of employers are expected to offer these by 2026, but only 28% of employees are currently engaging with them.
- Preventive screenings – Routine checkups, biometric screenings, and flu shots are often covered, but only 5% of Americans stay current on preventive care, leading to higher long-term costs.
- Fitness reimbursements and virtual classes – These perks boost morale and support healthy habits, but often need consistent promotion or wellness challenges to gain traction.
- Lifestyle coaching – From nutrition and sleep health to weight management and tobacco cessation, these benefits are widely available but often overlooked without regular reminders.
These programs can make a meaningful impact — but only if employees know about them and understand their value. As always, if you have employee benefits questions or needs, I’d be happy to connect. Reach out anytime.
