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COWORKER WELLBEING PROGRAM
Our coworker well-being program epitomizes our unwavering
dedication to fostering a culture of health and wellness that
is inclusive and accessible to all coworkers. Through a diverse
array of resources, we encourage the adoption of healthy
habits and the maintenance of optimal well-being. Central
to the success of our program are our esteemed wellness
champions, who serve as advocates and implementers of our
well-being initiatives in each of our markets.
WELLNESS CHAMPIONS
Through our bi-monthly wellness meetings, our wellness
champions orchestrate a series of impactful initiatives
aimed at enhancing the overall well-being of our workforce.
In February 2024, our wellness champions organized
the Heart Health – Know Your Numbers live session in
partnership with WakeMed to recognize American Heart
Month. This initiative encourages participants to better
understand health metrics related to cholesterol, blood
pressure, blood sugar, weight and body mass index to
improve health outcomes and recognize the warning signs
of chronic diseases. Our Raleigh team also partnered with
WakeMed, a local health system, to provide coworkers with
the opportunity to undergo annual physical appointments
conveniently on-site, promoting proactive health
management and preventive care. And for the second
year in a row, our champions organized a successful water
drinking challenge, encouraging hydration as a cornerstone
of health and well-being. These initiatives stand as a
testament to the dedication of our wellness champions,
whose commitment to fostering a culture of well-being has
positively impacted the lives of our coworkers across our
organization.
WELLNESS INCENTIVES PROGRAM
In collaboration with Cigna, Highwoods offers a Wellness
Incentives Program that empowers coworkers to enhance
their physical and mental health, leading to improved morale
and overall well-being for both individuals and Highwoods.
Incentives are offered for taking healthy actions including
preventative care screenings, in-person and online health
coaching, and completing a personalized health assessment.
73%
In 2024, 73% OF ENROLLED
COWORKERS COMPLETED
PREVENTATIVE SCREENINGS,
an increase from 66% in
2023 and almost double
the Cigna business average
of 38%.
FINANCIAL WELLNESS
In collaboration with CAPTRUST, the financial advisor for
our 401(k) plan, we organize group and individual sessions
to improve coworker understanding of 401(k) investments
and explore available financial wellness resources. We
also continued to leverage resources provided by Charles
Schwab, our trusted 401(k) record keeper, including
webinars focused on financial literacy and retirement
investment strategies. As of December 31, 2024, 94% of
coworkers were contributing to our 401(k) Plan.
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