Wellness at Wood County

Wellness at Wood County

What is Wellness?

Worksite Wellness can be defined as "an organized program in the worksite that is intended to assist employees and their family members in making voluntary behavior changes that reduce their health risk and enhance their individual productivity and well-being."

Wellness is an active, lifelong process of becoming aware of choices and making decisions toward a more balanced and fulfilling life. This process can lead to a healthier state of well-being that allows individuals and communities to thrive.

The 7 Dimensions of Wellness

Wellness includes finding a balance between all the dimensions:

  • Social
  • Physical
  • Intellectual
  • Spiritual
  • Career
  • Emotional
  • Environmental

Join us in being part of the wellness initiative here at Wood County!

Wellness Program Current Events

  • Staying Hydrated

    Learn the benefits of drinking water and just how much is enough to hydrate. Receive tips for increasing your water consumption and information on a 30 day No Fizz challenge.

  • Schedule Your Health Coaching Appointment Today!

    Schedule your 15 minute appointment with an Aspirus Health Coach to set a wellness goal and receive your full HRA report. You can view open time slots and schedule your own appointment by clicking on the following link. Just add your name in any empty, yellow box. The Health Coach will meet you in the indicated conference room on the date/location you have selected. If time slots fill up, we will add additional dates/times at each location. Please e-mail Renee Fox at wellness@co.wood.wi.us if you have any questions.

  • New Wellness Program

    We’re kicking off the 2012 Wellness Program with a big incentive this quarter! All benefits eligible employees can earn a $100 cash incentive just for completing the following steps:

    1. Participate in the Health Risk Assessment (HRA) with biometric screening
    2. Set a wellness goal with a Health Coach
    3. Receive a free Influenza vaccination (or other activities from the enclosed 2012 Wellness Program Outline)

    Participating in the HRA will help you gain a better understanding of your overall well being, identify possible health risks and set goals to make improvements. Wood County leaders encourage you to complete these steps and participate in the 2012 Wellness program to help you achieve and maintain your best possible level of health. Check out the new Wellness program to see how you can earn up to $175 in cash incentives throughout the year.

  • Health Risk Assessments (HRA), Health Fairs, and Influenza Vaccinations

    Don’t miss your opportunity to participate in the HRA, attend an Employee Health Fair, and receive a FREE Influenza vaccination.

    • October 4 at Edgewater Haven
      HRA from 6:45 to 9:45 am; Health Fair from 8 to noon
    • October 6 at Norwood Health Center
      HRA from 6:45 to 9:45 am; Health Fair from 8 to noon
    • October 13 at Wood County Courthouse
      HRA from 6:45 to 9:45 am; Health Fair from 8 to noon
    • October 18 at Highway Department
      HRA from 6 to 7:30 am

    Influenza vaccinations will be offered during the HRAs and Employee Health Fairs. A few weeks after you complete the HRA, you will be contacted by a Health Coach to receive your results and set a wellness goal.

    Please contact Renee Fox at wellness@co.wood.wi.us or (715) 421-8428 to schedule your biometric screening and Influenza vaccination appointments.

  • Mythbusters Address Urban Legends about the HRA and Wellness Program

    The Wood County Mythbusters (aka Wellness Committee Members) set out to demonstrate and bust urban legends. Sometimes they do crazy stunts, but it’s all for the health of Wood County employees.

  • Join us for our next Wellness Challenge: In Tune!

    By employing a variety of methods to get In Tune with what is causing us stress, we can better appreciate life's symphony. Our latest wellness challenge will assist you in identifying the strategies that work best for you!

  • Step It UP!

    Step It UP!

    Wellness at Wood County would like to invite you to take on a NEW walking challenge. Now that most of you have started walking, we are asking you to Step It UP a level and train for a 5K (3.1 mile) walk! We have listed a number of community walking events during the months of April – September and we would like to challenge you to try one! You can walk alone, with your walking team, or with friends and family. We are also providing 5K-walk training calendars (coming soon!) so you can keep track of your progress!

  • Relax and Stay Fit with Yoga

    Join us for Yoga classes after work at the Courthouse starting April 4. Classes will be offered Mon/Wed from 4:45-5:30 pm in the Auditorium.

  • Community Events

    Health People Wood County has created a calendar of upcoming Community Events for your reference. Check it out and enjoy a health community activity!

Wellness Links

Contact your Wellness Coordinator

If you have ideas, suggestions, or questions, please contact Renee Fox, Wood County Wellness Coordinator at wellness@co.wood.wi.us or extension 8428.

Submit your Well Story

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