Stress can be horrible for your body. There is a lot you can do to manage stress - meditation, working out, or doing yoga. Always make time to de-stress!
Employee Wellness Program
Welcome to BE WELL - Baltimore City Schools Employee Wellness Program! We're dedicated to supporting the health and well-being of our valued employees. Our program offers a range of resources and initiatives designed to help you live a healthier and more balanced life.
From fitness challenges and nutrition tips to mental health resources and stress management techniques, we're here to help you thrive both at work and at home. Whether you want to improve your physical health, manage stress, or enhance your overall well-being, our program has something for everyone!
Join us on the journey to a healthier you! Explore our wellness offerings, participate in our events, and utilize our resources! Your well-being is our priority, and we're here to support you every step of the way.
The Importance of Employee Well-Being
Health and Productivity: When employees are physically and mentally well, they perform better at work. Reduced absenteeism and increased productivity benefit both the individual and the organization.
Job Satisfaction: A focus on well-being contributes to job satisfaction. Satisfied employees are more likely to stay with the organization and engage in their roles effectively.
Stress Reduction: Workplace stress affects mental health and overall well-being. Implementing wellness programs helps manage stress and promotes resilience.
Positive Work Environment: Prioritizing well-being creates a positive workplace culture. Employees feel supported, valued, and motivated.
Preventive Health: Wellness initiatives encourage preventive health behaviors, which reduce the risk of chronic diseases and promote longevity.
What is wellness?
When you think about your health and wellness, what comes to mind? Every person may have a different answer to this question because, in reality, there are many dimensions to a person's wellness. To address our wellness from a holistic perspective, we need to consider these 8 dimensions:
Physical wellness
Emotional wellness
Spiritual wellness
Intellectual wellness
Occupational wellness
Environmental wellness
Social wellness
Financial wellness
Wondering which one of these dimensions you should focus on? Try this worksheet to help you!
Personal Wellness Resources: Carefirst or Kaiser members
Additional Be Well Resources and Information
Resources
Resources and Tools to Support a Healthy Life