The Journey to Wellness
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Freeman Employees and our Community
1999 - 2015
Our Story
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Chapter 1 - The Beginning
Chapter 2 - Early Years 1999 – 2006
Chapter 3 - Middle Years 2007 – 2011
Chapter 4 - Later Years to Present
Chapter 5 - Community & Corporate Partners
Chapter 6 - WellBalance Outcomes & Recognitions
Chapter 7 - What Does the Future Hold
The Beginning
In 1999 a group of employees volunteered to form
the first WellBalance Committee.
1999 - 2002
• Quarterly health screenings were offered to employees and a family
member or friend.
• Incentives were offered quarterly. Participants received points for logging
daily activity, nutrition, water intake, etc.
• Participants who turned in their tracking log at the end of 6 weeks
received an incentive gift such as t-shirts, hats, water bottles,
pedometers, etc.
2002 - 2005
Programs were developed to further motivate
employees to make lifestyle changes
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Freeman Strides – a voluntary walking program began in 2004.
– The program was modeled after the national America on the Move
program which encourages individuals to move 2000 more steps
and cut 100 calories daily.
– Employees have logged over 400,000 miles to date.
Meltdown – our weight loss competition began in 2005.
– Approximately 500 employees participate each year.
– Average weight loss per year = 2,000 pounds.
– Individuals on the winning teams each received visa gift cards
valued at $100.
2006 - 2007
Growth and Incentives
• In 2006, the Freeman wellness coordinator position
became full time.
• Wellness Program available to employees covered
under our health insurance plan.
• Cash rewards given for participation in health
screenings and wellness programs.
• Completion of a health risk assessment was not
required.
• Participation increased from 300 - 1100
2008 - 2011
• In November of 2008 all Freeman benefit eligible employees
(not just those with health insurance) became eligible for rewards
• To earn a cash reward between $50 - $100 employees were
required to complete a health screening and complete a health risk
assessment by year’s end
• Individuals that were at a lower health risk status received $100 and
those at a higher risk received $50
• Participation increased to 1200
2011 - 2014
More programs and resources were developed to motivate
employees and the community to make healthy lifestyle changes
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Freeman Family 5K introduced in 2011
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Healthy Food in Health Care Pledge signed in 2011 – Freeman first hospital to do so
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Early Detection Screenings introduced in 2012
– Screenings including peripheral arterial disease, carotid artery/stroke, aortic aneurysm
and osteoporosis screenings are available each month
– Employees as well as the community may participate
– Freeman was recognized for this program with the AHA Fit Friendly Company Innovation
Award in 2012
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Train2Run and Train2Perform classes introduced in 2013
– Train2Run is a functional strength training program for runners
– It is open to Freeman employees and the community
– Train2Perform is a functional strength training program for high school athletes
– Freeman was recognized for this program with the AHA Fit Friendly Company Innovation
Award in 2013
Freeman Family 5K Starting Line
And They’re Off !
Fun Run Participants
Train2Run
2012 - 2015
• In November of 2011 our financial reward changed from cash to health
insurance savings.
• Employees that participated in Freeman’s Health Insurance plan were
eligible to save $10 per pay period for completion of incentive criteria.
(Savings of $260 annually)
• Benefit eligible employees that did not take Freeman’s health
insurance were eligible for an annual $50 cash reward.
• In 2014 and 2015 employees were required to earn 10 to 15 wellness
points in addition to completing a health screening and health risk
assessment.
• Participation increased to over 1400
WellBalance Wall of Fame &
Wellness Champions
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In 2011 our WellBalance Wall of Fame was created to recognize employees
that had reached personal health and wellness goals. Their stories help to
motivate others to take the first step to a healthier lifestyle.
In 2014 our Wellness Champions program was created with 32 individuals
representing departments across the health system. In 2015 we had 53.
The first year that we had our wellness champions in place we saw an
increase in participation in our Freeman 5K from 260 to over 600. We credit
that to the hard work of these individuals.
Wellness champions receive additional wellness points throughout the year
for their hard work.
Freeman Community &
Corporate Services
Services offered to build a healthier
community and workforce include:
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Exercise and Fitness programs
Employer Wellness Group
Freeman Advantage
Freeman Farmer’s Market
Nutrition Counseling
On-site Screenings
Smoking Cessation
Stress Management
Weight Loss Management
Freeman Community Partners
State & National Programs
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AHA Fit Friendly Company Worksite Wellness
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Freeman Health Academy – recognized by AHA with community
innovation award in 2014
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George Washington Carver National Monument
- Healthy Parks Healthy People
- Walk with a Doc
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Joplin and Neosho Family YMCAs
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Livesmart – Jasper and Newton County Health Collaborative
- Eat Right – Smoke Free Local Dining Guide
- Move More - Maps of over 50 parks and trails in two counties
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MoCAN & MDHHS
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WELOCA
Four State Heart Walk Sept 2014
WellBalance Outcomes &
Recognitions
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Overweight/Obese was the primary lifestyle condition by paid amount in February 2014
∙ Overweight/Obese paid claims decreased by $398K
∙ Coronary Artery Disease paid claims decreased by $294K
∙ Hypertension paid claims decreased by $64K
∙ High Cholesterol paid claims decreased by $28K
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Preventive Care Services
∙ Nearly 90% of the 1600 that completed the HA last year visit their PCP annually
∙ 88.5% of the 1600 that completed the HA last year take their meds as prescribed
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Of those at risk for diabetes in 2013, 23% of our comparative (cohort) group of 900
showed improvement
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WELCOA Well Workplace Gold Award – 2011
AHA Fit Friendly Company Gold Award - 2011
AHA Fit Friendly Company Platinum Award - 2012 & 2013 & 2014
AHA Fit Friendly Company Community Innovation Award - 2011, 2012, 2013 & 2014
AHA Fit Friendly Company 2015
Platinum & Community Innovation Award
What does the Future Hold?
• School Based Health Centers
- Carl Junction and Neosho Schools
• Continued Community, State and National Partnerships
• Mindfulness Based Culture for Employees & Patients
Thank You MoCAN
Receiving this recognition and sharing our story
has truly been an honor