HICKORY— April 17, 2023 —The American Heart Association has
awarded Catawba Valley Health System (CVHS) national Gold level recognition
for its commitments to employee health and well-being as measured in the
Association’s 2022
Workforce Well-being
Scorecard™.
The Scorecard evaluates factors such as mental health policies, organizational
well- being strategies to address burnout, health equity measures, employee
financial resources and more to provide a comprehensive assessment of
an organization’s culture of health. 381 organizations completed
the Scorecard in 2022, and all organizations were recognized with an achievement
level of platinum (9%), gold (45%), silver (32%) silver, bronze (9%) or
completer (5%).
CVHS believes in promoting wellness through employee programs like Health4Us,
a discounted membership to Catawba Valley Medical Center’s Fitness
Plus, an employee assistance program to promote positive mental health, and more.
The American Heart Association, a global force for healthier lives for
all, developed the Workforce Well-being Scorecard in collaboration with
top scientists and industry experts to reflect the latest evidence-based
science on workforce health and well- being. First launched in 2016, the
Scorecard was refreshed in 2022 to place a renewed focus on health equity
and comprehensive organizational well-being. The free, web- based tool
allows employers to regularly evaluate their health and well-being progress,
identify areas of opportunity and see how their results stack up against
their peers.
Research has shown that supporting the mental and physical well-being of
employees is vital to driving productivity, engagement and successful
business outcomes. By investing in a culture of health in the workplace,
organizations can improve employee retention and bolster their organizational
reputation.
“We are honored to be recognized by the American Heart Association
for our commitment to employee health and well-being and our continued
efforts to promote equity,” said Dennis Johnson, CVHS President
& CEO. “Our organization is dedicated to creating a culture
that is safe, supportive and provides opportunities for everyone to reach
their full potential—in and out of the workplace.”
The Workforce Well-being Scorecard is a key component of the Association’s
Well- being Works Better™ platform, which helps business leaders
unleash the power of a healthy, happy workforce. Distinct from traditional
wellness programs, Well-being Works Better empowers employers to champion
the mental and physical health of their employees and provides actionable
guidance to meet the unique needs of their organization.
For more information and a full list of recognized organizations, visit
heart.org/workforce.