Wellness and Mental Health
The outbreak of COVID-19 has brought about a considerable degree of fear, stress, and anxiety across society. The emotional toll will have a lasting effect on many individuals and their families in the years to come. Employers have an opportunity to support their workforce by including wellness and confidential mental health programs as a component of their COVID-19 safety program. Programs may include: • I ndividual, group, and family counseling • S tress management, stress reduction, and mindfulness programs • Grief and loss counseling • I njury prevention and ergonomic essentials • Remote work healthy habits • C hild care and elder care assistance • Peer-to-peer support groups 14
