According to an analysis of studies evaluating the impact of employee wellness programs, in those that have shown the greatest return on investment:

• Assessment Activities are used to determine employee health. Results are used to identify health risks and provide insight to employers as to what the most pressing issues are in their organization.

• Health Screenings for early detection and treatment of health problems.

• The use of incentives to reward people for healthy behavior has been shown to be tremendously effective. Motivation is the key to success.

• On- going evaluation is critical to the long -term success of a wellness program.

And health risk assessments are valuable for employees:

• According to Hewitt Associates, 55% of workers who completed a health-risk assessment say they’re taking the recommended action.

• 35% said they plan to take action.

• Only 10% of employees don’t plan to take action to improve their health, based on the health-risk assessment feedback.