[Archived] City of Alexandria Wins Multiple Awards for Employee Wellness Program

­­For Immediate Release: November 4, 2021

The City of Alexandria has garnered three awards this year for its innovative wellness program for City staff. The “Work’n Well” employee program has won the "Nation's Best and Brightest in Wellness” for the second consecutive year; the “American Heart Association 2021 Workplace Health Achievement Gold-Level Recognition Award”; and “2021 Healthiest Employers Winner, First Place Virginia Mid-Size Category.” 

“A well workplace is a productive workplace,” said City Manager Mark Jinks. “City employees have responded enthusiastically to this program, which has provided health benefits to our workforce, and given employees respite from the stresses caused by the pandemic.” 

Employees have become more motivated to improve their health, increase work productivity and boost overall morale. Throughout the pandemic, the City has been diligently providing more onsite preventive care solutions, such as vaccinations, mammograms and dental exams. Despite the global pandemic, employee program participation increased by 7% in 2021, as several virtual and in-person activities were offered to combat isolation. 

The City’s Work’n Well Employee Program, which was established in 2014, offers support and resources for all dimensions of well-being. The program includes Work’n Well Rewards, which provides awards and incentives based on quarterly progress. The program also offers an insurance premium credit for a higher-level achievement milestone. The Work’n Well program actively works to lower healthcare costs, reduce sick leave, increase productivity, boost employee morale and increase overall employee health awareness.

For inquiries from the news media only, contact Andrea Blackford, Senior Communications Officer, at andrea.blackford@alexandriava.gov or 703.746.3959.