Improving employee mental and physical wellbeing in the workplace
Nationwide becomes first business in the state to earn Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace designation
In an effort to create more supportive workplace environments for employees recovering from mental health and substance abuse challenges, Nationwide is celebrating its designation as the first business in the state to be named an Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace.
The program was developed through Ohio Governor Mike DeWine’s RecoveryOhio initiative and is designed to create job opportunities for people in recovery from a substance use disorder or mental health condition, combat stigma surrounding addiction and mental illness in the workplace and provide a boost to Ohio businesses.
“The new Ohio Recovery Friendly Workplace program has the power to transform lives by offering meaningful work for people looking to get back on their feet and by providing additional support systems for current employees,” said Governor DeWine. “I’m calling on all Ohio businesses to implement recovery-friendly practices and earn this designation today. Together, we can reduce the stigma surrounding mental illness and addiction, while making our people, our economy, and our communities all stronger.”
At a recent ceremony announcing the program in Cincinnati, Ohio, Governor DeWine was joined by business representatives, including Tina Thornton, associate vice president of wellbeing and safety at Nationwide.
“We’re proud of this designation and will remain committed to offering effective policies, providing access to resources and cultivating an inclusive culture,” said Thornton. “Prioritizing wellbeing in the workplace is essential for creating a safe, supportive and productive environment.”
Investing in wellness programs isn’t new at Nationwide. The company’s integrative approach to wellbeing incorporates all aspects of health and safety and through company programs, employees and their families have access to a variety of resources.
Earlier this year, Nationwide’s commitment to wellbeing was recognized as the company earned Business Group on Health’s Best Employer Award and received Mental Health America’s Bell Seal for Workplace Mental Health Platinum Award. Nationwide has also received the Healthy Business Council of Ohio’s Healthy Worksite Award for five years in a row.
Visit Nationwide.com to learn about additional employee benefits.