By Indiana Chamber of Commerce—
INDIANAPOLIS — The Wellness Council of Indiana, a subsidiary of the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, is proud to announce its inaugural Hoosier Health and Well-Being Champion Award recipients.
The awards honor two nominated individuals, one in the workplace/corporation sector and one from the community sector, whose commitment to improving the lives of Hoosiers warrants special recognition. These individuals have made significant contributions to their respective workplaces or community.
Both honorees were recognized at the 2022 Indiana Wellness Summit September 21-22 at The Indiana Convention Center in Indianapolis.
2022 Hoosier Health and Well-Being Workplace Champion
Beth Wrobel, Chief Executive Officer, HealthLinc
For the past 22 years, Wrobel has guided Valparaiso-based HealthLinc from a single, free medical clinic to a federally qualified health center with 12 clinics, two school-based telehealth clinics, one mobile medical/dental clinic and a staff of over 450 employees.
A true servant leader, Wrobel puts employee well-being at the forefront of workforce priorities. Understanding that employees are the heart of the organization and the key to successfully living the mission to create healthy communities, she ensures employee health and well-being is woven into HealthLinc’s strategic plan.
2022 Hoosier Health and Well-Being Community Champion
John Disher, Director, Community Outreach, IU Health East Central Region
As director of community outreach at IU Health and founder of the Healthy Community Alliance of East Central Indiana, Disher was nominated as an exemplary professional who has greatly strengthened community outreach and engagement throughout east central Indiana.
Referred to as a “great connector,” he works tirelessly to build and maintain energy and excitement for well-being in Delaware and surrounding counties. His dedication to organizing IU Health Service Days and encouraging employee volunteer time brings valuable connection and resources to the community.
“Congratulations to Beth and John for their nominations and recognition as Hoosier Health and Well-Being Champions,” says Wellness Council of Indiana Executive Director Jennifer Pferrer. Their commitment to improving Indiana well-being through their workplaces and communities is something to be proud of, and we are honored to award them for their dedication and achievements.”
AchieveWELL Companies, Indiana Healthy Communities Honored by Wellness Council of Indiana
Improving Indiana’s health and wellness culture starts with organizations and communities making it a priority. The Wellness Council of Indiana (WCI) is pleased to recognize nine organizations across the state that have qualified for its AchieveWELL designation – and two communities for their ongoing wellness efforts.
AchieveWELL is the Wellness Council of Indiana’s workplace wellness assessment, evaluation and recognition program. The designation is open to organizations that work toward creating a corporate culture that encourages and supports employee health and well-being. The program provides an independent assessment of wellness processes and the designation is divided into three levels: Three Star, Four Star and Five Star.
New AchieveWELL Five-Star Recipients:
- Bowen Center, Warsaw
- The DeHayes Group, Fort Wayne
- Indiana University Foundation, Bloomington
- School City of Mishawaka, Mishawka
New AchieveWELL Four-Star Recipient:
- Logansport Memorial Hospital, Logansport
New AchieveWELL Three-Star Recipients:
- HealthNet, Indianapolis
- Lippert, Elkhart
- TrueScripts, Washington
- V3 Companies, Indianapolis
In addition, two communities earned the Indiana Healthy Community (IHC) designation: the City of Terre Haute and Orange County. The IHC initiative is an evidence-based collaboration process designed to help communities focus on implementing and sustaining a culture of health and well-being to spur economic vitality.
Furthermore, five communities successfully completed the IHC redesignation process and continue their dedication to community well-being and vitality:
- Delaware County
- Dubois County
- Hancock County
- Hendricks County
- Kosciusko County
The aforementioned companies and communities were recognized at the Indiana Wellness Summit September 21-22 at The Indiana Convention Center in downtown Indianapolis.
“Congratulations to the nine WCI member organizations for being recognized as AchieveWELL designated workplaces,” says Wellness Council of Indiana Executive Director Jennifer Pferrer. “The commitment to creating a culture of well-being is one aspect that creates a positive employee experience. Our newly designated Indiana Healthy Communities ensure that Indiana stays a healthier place to live, work, learn and play.”
For more information about how to become recognized as an AchieveWELL organization or an Indiana Healthy Community, visit www.wellnessindiana.org or email info@wellnessindiana.org.
