6 other ways wellness programs produce big ROI for employers

By Christian Schappel

The No. 1 goal of wellness programs is to save money. And for the most part, research has proven they’re successful at doing just that. But new research shows employers benefit from wellness plans in six other ways as well.

In addition to the healthcare cost savings employer-sponsored wellness program can generate (anywhere from $2.71 for every dollar spent to $3.27, depending on the studies you read), the 2013 Aflac WorkForces Report revealed that employers with wellness plans benefit from them via increases in these areas: Click here to continue reading.

Employees satisfied with benefits programs 9 times more likely to stay with their employer

By Marli D. Riggs

June 7, 2012

Almost half (49%) of U.S. workers are at least somewhat likely to look for a job this year, but there is undeniable evidence linking benefits offerings and employee loyalty, according to the 2012 Aflac WorkForces report.

Employees who are extremely or very satisfied with their benefits program are nine times more likely to stay with their employer, compared to those workers who are dissatisfied with their benefits program. Similarly, when asked what their current employer could do to keep them in their jobs, 49% responded, “improve my benefits package.”

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