5-Star AchieveWELL Spotlight: Aspire Indiana Health
5-Star AchieveWELL Spotlight: Aspire Indiana Health We are thrilled to welcome Aspire Indiana Health for a 5-Star AchieveWELL Spotlight! The 5-Star level of AchieveWELL recognizes elite organizations in Indiana that have made employee well-being a priority in the workplace. They’ve experienced noteworthy growth in the evolution of their wellness initiative and embrace it as part of their business strategy. Wellness Council members, please join us and watch the recording from Tuesday, April 21, 2026 to hear Aspire Indiana Health discuss best practices, successes, challenges and takeaways for how to improve employee health and well-being. If you are interested in learning more about the AchieveWELL [...]
February 19, 2026: Recognizing Progress: Using Workplace Well-Being Badge Initiative to Strengthen Workplace Culture
https://www.wellnessindiana.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/GMT20260219-160015_Recording.cutfile.20260219170016271_gallery_1920x1080.mp4 View our Wellness Council of Indiana webinar focused on how the Indiana Workplace Well-Being Badge Initiatives help employers strengthen workplace culture while recognizing leadership in employee well-being. This session will provide an overview of how the badge initiatives work, how organizations use them to guide meaningful action, and what participation and recognition look like throughout the process. The webinar will highlight three current badge initiatives: Ending Weight Bias Badge – supporting respectful, comprehensive workplace practices and reducing weight stigma Recovery Ready Workplace Badge – supporting employees impacted by substance use disorder through stigma reduction, policy alignment, and practical [...]
Recovery at Work Events Equip Employers With Tools to Support Employees in Recovery
Recovery at Work Event Series The Wellness Council of Indiana (WCI) in collaboration with the Indiana Family and Social Services Administration, Division of Mental Health and Addiction is offering Recovery at Work, a statewide training series designed to help employers build supportive, recovery-ready workplaces. Substance use disorder (SUD) continues to impact employees, families and workplaces across Indiana. In 2022, 30.1 million U.S. workers experienced SUD, and more than 52% of organizations reported negative effects such as absenteeism and reduced productivity. While employers play a critical role in prevention and response, many are unsure where to begin or how to strengthen [...]
Indiana Employer Lactation Program Guide
With caregiver and family support from the workplace becoming a high priority for many Hoosiers, it’s increasingly essential for companies to create and sustain related initiatives to support employee well-being and attract and retain a strong workforce. One such option is offering a lactation program. The Wellness Council of Indiana (WCI), a subsidiary of the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, recently developed the Indiana Employer Lactation Program Guide in partnership with the Indiana Department of Health. According to a study by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, businesses that provide lactation support experience a 94% retention rate among [...]
Workplace Mental Health: Bell Seal Certification
AchieveWELL is the Wellness Council of Indiana’s member assessment, evaluation and recognition program. It meets organizations where they are and guides them to the next level of well-being by using tools, templates and personal coaching to help deliver comprehensive and consistent workplace well-being efforts. To better support and showcase the well-being efforts of our members and AchieveWELL organizations, we invited Wellness Council members to a webinar with Mental Health America of Indiana to explore the Bell Seal program and the valuable benefits it can bring to your organization. As Wellness Council members, you can view the recording [...]
October 28, 2025: The Hidden Costs of Workforce Health
Join us for an exclusive look at the latest findings from the Hoosier Well-Being Data Project, which was completed thanks to a key grant from the Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Foundation to the Wellness Council of Indiana. Jason Edgar, Chief Analytics Officer at Complete Wellness Solutions, will share groundbreaking insights into the shifting health landscape of Indiana’s workforce. This webinar will highlight the growing prevalence of mental health conditions, the rising costs tied to multiple chronic conditions and the role timely support plays in strengthening employee retention. Attendees will gain the following: A clear understanding of [...]
Lactation Support at Work: Indiana Employer Lactation Program Guide
Lactation Program Guide Presentation Indiana Employer Lactation Program Guide Employers that support lactating employees see a 94% retention rate after maternity leave, compared to the national average of 59%. Ready to create a more family–friendly workplace? On this webinar, learn how to accommodate breastfeeding employees and build a truly supportive workplace. Our upcoming webinar will guide HR professionals through: Creating effective lactation policies Designing supportive lactation spaces Meeting legal requirements Promoting a supportive space for new parents to thrive
Obesity and the Workplace Employer Workbook
Create a Healthier Workplace Obesity is one of the most pressing yet overlooked challenges impacting today’s workforce. Our Obesity and the Workplace Employer Workbook equips organizations with the tools, data, and strategies needed to address obesity as a chronic disease, reduce weight-related stigma, and support employee well-being through comprehensive policies, culture change, and benefit design. Whether you're just starting or ready to enhance your workplace efforts, this resource will guide you in building a supportive, stigma-free environment that improves health outcomes and boosts organizational performance. Explore The Workbook Here Additional Resource: The Weigh Forward, Novo Nordisk Section 8: References [...]
The Quit Now Tool Reimagined: Meeting the Moment for Tobacco Cessation
Quit Now Tool Reimagined: Meeting the Moment for Tobacco Cessation With Indiana’s $2 tobacco tax increase taking effect July 1, more employees may be considering a quit attempt—and employers are uniquely positioned to help them succeed. This webinar introduces the reimagined Quit Now Tool, an easy-to-use resource designed to help employers support tobacco cessation in the workplace. Whether your team is looking to launch a new initiative or enhance existing efforts, this updated tool offers customizable assets, best practice guidance, and communication strategies to meet this moment with confidence. Join us as we walk through what’s new, [...]
May 22, 2025; Employer Maternal Health Panel
Creating a workplace that supports maternal health and working caregivers isn’t just a trend—it’s an urgent need and a powerful investment in your team’s well-being. Review this one-hour webinar designed specifically for Indiana employers. We walk through a practical, supportive framework to help your organization align with best practices in maternal health, breastfeeding-friendly policies, and caregiver support. In this session, you'll learn about: Effective maternity leave policies and benefits Workplace flexibility and post-maternity reintegration Legal and industry compliance considerations Creating a culture of inclusivity for parents PowerPoint Presentation