Mental and physical health in the workplace has come into even sharper focus since the COVID-19 pandemic hit. More and more employers are realising that they have a duty to care for the wellbeing of their staff – and how not doing so can adversely impact their business. Wellness packages for employees are growing in popularity because of this.

Government figures show why wellness should matter to all businesses

Figures from Public Health England show that working adults spend a third of their waking hours on average in the workplace. 1 in 8 employees report having a mental health condition, with 1 in 10 experiencing a musculoskeletal condition.

Juggling aches, pains, emotions and family commitments

Now that the ‘workplace’ is at home, many people have been carrying out their job in a setting that’s not ergonomic, resulting in physical ailments. The isolation of lockdown might have led to poor mental health too. Feelings of loneliness, anxiety and depression are common.

Others may be balancing work demands with family commitments such as childcare, home schooling, or caring for vulnerable and shielding relatives.

Mental and physical health in the workplace has come into even sharper focus since the COVID-19 pandemic hit. More and more employers are realising that they have a duty to care for the wellbeing of their staff – and how not doing so can adversely impact their business. Wellness packages for employees are growing in popularity because of this.

Show a little care and appreciation to your teams

All these demands require great energy and patience, so employers will want to help their teams take care of their mind and body without getting lost in the tight squeeze of lockdown life.

It was Employee Appreciation Day earlier this month, but we believe that care for the wellness of staff should be present every day, particularly because of the way we’re living and working right now.

Wellness packages are a wonderful way to show support, boost morale, say thanks for working hard, and reward extra effort in challenging circumstances.

What will you put in your wellness packages for employees?

There are so many ways you can enhance the physical and mental health of your staff with wellness packages. Here are a few of our favourite ideas:

  • Plants or fresh flowers – bring colour and optimism to any workspace
  • ‘Grow your own’ seed kits – why not have a team competition for the best blooms or veggies?
  • Scented candles and diffusers – aromatherapy has the potential to relax and re-focus the senses and the mind for a more productive day
  • Comfy clothing – even the smartest customer-facing bods can get away with a plush pair of cosy socks!
  • Functional desk tidy – an organised mind is a peaceful mind
  • Head massager – ease distracting aches caused by makeshift home workspaces and major screen time
  • Selection of teas – send chamomile to calm, green tea to revive, or another refreshing brew
  • Small alarm clock – remind staff to get up for regular breaks, stretch and hydrate
  • Brain games and puzzles – a ‘working recovery’ for sluggish lockdown minds
  • Guides – share self-care tips for working from home
  • Books – to learn something new, or just escape into a story over lunch (some of the team might even decide to connect through a virtual book club)

Finishing touches make it more personal

Better employee mental health and wellbeing improves productivity, reduces absence, and increases staff retention. We can help you boost the mood and health of your team – and your business – with wellness packages for staff.

From designing a package tailored to suit your people exactly, to sourcing the contents, to branding and personalising items and accompanying collateral with your company logo and their name, to creating and sending out the packages themselves – we’ve got it all in hand for you here at THEMPC.

Working from home different for everyone. Some people thrive and say they’re more productive, with less travel time meaning they can have more meetings in the day yet still strike a work life balance. Others feel less comfortable in a solo work environment and miss the connection that bustling office life can provide.

Either way, there will be challenging moments, so we all need a little TLC right now. Wellness packages for employees are sure to be received with gratitude, positivity, and a smile from all.

Let’s talk about improving your employee experience with wellness packages for employees. Give us a call on 01256 352415.