April 7 marks the 75th anniversary of World Health Day, a day created with the goal of bringing the world together to lead healthier and safer lives. In the workplace, this goal is just as important – particularly when it comes to early intervention.
What is early intervention? It’s critical support for your organization when needed most, so your employees can stay or return to work as soon as possible, following a medical absence or injury.
Here’s how early intervention impacts wellness at work:
- Boosts productivity by addressing health concerns before they escalate.
When issues are addressed before they escalate, employees can stay focused and productive, making your organization run on track. - Reduces absenteeism and associated costs for employers.
By reducing absenteeism, your organization saves on the costs associated with lost productivity, overtime expenses, and hiring temporary replacements, - Fosters a supportive culture that values employee well-being.
When employees feel supported and cared for at work, they are more likely to be engaged, motivated, and dedicated.
Commemorate World Health Day beyond a single day by making workplace wellness a priority for your organization and your employees.
If your plan includes DMI’s disability management services:
If you have an insured mid-term or long-term disability plan with GroupHEALTH, you have access to DMI’s disability management services – including the Early Intervention Program (or EIP). By referring plan members early to DMI’s EIP, 90% of claims are resolved without requiring long-term disability.