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DeKalb wellness manager highlights employee health center, Pivot tobacco program and partnerships; commissioners urge more staffing and communications support
Summary
DeKalb County's wellness program manager described a one-person operation that coordinates an employee health center, tobacco-cessation program (Pivot), reimbursement incentives, fitness challenges and partnerships with Kaiser and Anthem. Commissioners recommended additional staffing, communications help and technology tools to increase reach.
The county’s wellness program manager briefed commissioners on employee wellness offerings, partnerships and utilization, saying the program operates with one staff member who coordinates a range of activities for about 6,000 employees and eligible retirees.
Highlights presented - Recognition and partnerships: The program submitted an entry to the Atlanta Business Chronicle’s healthiest employers competition. The program partners with Anthem and Kaiser for benefits and outreach; Kaiser provides a $250 participation incentive for eligible members. - Employee health center: The county-run employee health center has been open about 18…
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