Best practice Archives - Wellness Council of Indiana

Employer Obesity Symposium 2025

Register Here Become A Member Employer Obesity Symposium Join Indiana employers, health professionals, and industry leaders for a full-day symposium focused on addressing obesity in the workplace. This engaging event, brought to you by the WCI Indiana Obesity Collaborative, will explore the evolving landscape of obesity, reduce stigma, and introduce practical strategies to support healthier, more inclusive work environments. Attendees will hear from national and local experts on workplace culture, medical advancements, and data-driven solutions. The event will also feature a patient and lived experience panel, plus a discussion on statewide efforts and actionable next [...]

Free Bowen Health Masterclasses Available Online

Free Bowen Health Masterclasses Available Online (Warsaw, IN – May 6, 2025) – Bowen Health continues its free online masterclasses. Covering a variety of health topics designed for adults interested in improving their lives. These masterclasses cover a range of topics related to mental and physical well-being. Bowen Health practitioners lead the 1-hour classes, answer questions, and provide information and practical tips. Register today on our website. Upcoming Classes Screen Time: Reset Your Brain Thursday, May 8, 2 – 3 PM How screen time affects your mental and physical health. Repeats: Wednesday, July 16, 2 – 3 PM Setting Boundaries: [...]

Employer Maternal Policies: Best Practices for a Supportive Workplace

Register Here Become A Member Employer Maternal Policies: Best Practices for a Supportive Workplace The webinar will explore key aspects of supporting working mothers, including: • Effective maternity leave policies and benefits • Workplace flexibility and post-maternity reintegration • Legal and industry compliance considerations • Creating a culture of inclusivity for parents

Diabetes Prevention at Work: Real Solutions from Leading Employers

Register Here Become A Member Diabetes Prevention at Work: Real Solutions from Leading Employers Prioritize Diabetes Prevention & Support Employee Well-Being Join us for an Employer Panel discussion hosted by the Wellness Council of Indiana. This session will provide HR professionals, managers, and business leaders with the knowledge and strategies to address the growing impact of diabetes in the workplace. You’ll gain actionable insights to prioritize prevention efforts, support employee health, and reduce healthcare costs. What You’ll Gain: Understand the Business Impact of Diabetes Prevention- Learn how diabetes affects employee health, productivity, and healthcare costs—and [...]

5-Star AchieveWELL Spotlight: Lippert Components, Inc.

5-Star AchieveWELL Spotlight: Lippert Components, Inc. The 5-Star level of AchieveWELL recognizes elite organizations in Indiana, like Lippert Components, Inc. 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. View this recorded webinar to see how our special speaker Ellen Lowe, Director of Health and Wellness at Lippert Components, Inc. discusses best practices, successes, challenges and takeaways for how to improve employee health and well-being.

2025 Indiana Wellness Summit

Register Here Become A Member 2025 Indiana Wellness Summit Join the Wellness Council of Indiana and the Indiana Chamber for our largest health and wellness event of the year! The 2025 Indiana Wellness Summit brings together Hoosier health and wellness professionals to connect and collaborate to improve the well-being of our workplaces and communities. No matter your organization’s size, industry or level of existing wellness programming, you can benefit from attending. Hear best practices, connect to Indiana wellness resources and access data to make your organization well. Highlights include: WCI member reception Get Moving! Wellness activity [...]

Purdue University Indiana Business Journal Highlight

Purdue University Indiana Business Journal Highlight Congratulations to Wellness Council member Purdue University on being recognized for their great efforts in workplace well-being by the Indiana Business Journal! Indiana Business Journal Article writes: "Corporate wellness programs used to be all about motivating employees to get their cholesterol checked, complete their annual physicals or head to the gym. Those are still goals. But today, workplace wellness encompasses all sorts of programs and services for the mind, body and spirit. Workplaces have pet days and game days (think Pictionary) on company time. Purdue offers a program called Healthy BoilerBingo. There are [...]

Wellness Council Annual Report 2024

Wellness Council Annual Report 2024 The Wellness Council of Indiana exists to improve the quality of life for Indiana residents by empowering employers and communities to create thriving places to live, work, and play. 2024 brought a continued focus on improving workplace culture, reducing the stigma related to mental health and substance use disorders, and addressing chronic conditions such as diabetes and obesity. The Wellness Council is honored to support employers in navigating these important issues through convenings with local partners and resources, providing employer consultations, trainings, and much more. The Wellness Council supports the Indiana Chamber’s strategic plan [...]

AchieveWELL 5-Star Spotlight (WCI Members Only)

Register Here Become A Member AchieveWELL 5-Star Spotlight: Lippert Components Inc. We are thrilled to welcome Lippert Components, Inc. 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. Join us on March 12th at 12:00 p.m. to hear Lippert Components, Inc. discuss best practices, successes, challenges and takeaways for how to improve employee health and well-being.

Navigating Workplace Compliance: Pregnancy, Lactation & Parenthood

Register Here Become A Member Navigating Workplace Compliance: Pregnancy, Lactation & Parenthood Foster a Supportive Workplace & Ensure Compliance. Join us for an essential workshop hosted by the Wellness Council of Indiana. This session will provide HR professionals, managers, and business leaders with the knowledge and strategies needed to navigate workplace compliance related to pregnancy, lactation, and parenthood. You’ll leave with actionable insights to ensure legal compliance, mitigate risk, and create a more inclusive work environment. What You’ll Gain: • Understanding Legal Requirements – Gain clarity on employer obligations under federal and state laws, including [...]