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LUNCH & LEARN PROGRAMS Smart companies know that their employees are their most valuable resource. Fact is, a healthy workforce is an important part of a healthy business and a healthy bottom-line.

For over forty years, Community Health Charities of New England has been the state's only federation of health charities and remains dedicated to raising awareness and funds for the important health causes its member charities represent.

In partnership with all member charities, Community Health Charities of New England is proud to offer Lunch & Learn seminars to businesses throughout the state to promote and enhance the health and wellness of employees and their families.

Your Company's Prescription for a Healthy Workforce

Lunch & Learn seminars are informative and engaging programs specially designed for the work place. Community Health Charities of New England offers the most timely and comprehensive list of health topics currently available. By bringing these seminars to your employees you are helping to further the most important element of health promotion - education.

Lunch & Learn seminars focus on disease prevention, lifestyle modification and coping techniques. They feature:
  • Concise, up-to-date information
  • Presentations right in the workplace in a format that fits easily into a lunch break
  • Knowledgeable speakers
  • Helpful handout materials
  • An informal atmosphere where your employees will feel comfortable and engaged


An Easy Way to Help Your Employees and Your Business Thrive

Lunch & Learn seminars should be the first step in any workplace wellness program and are easy to set-up. Community Health Charities of New England does all the work for you, while your company and your employees enjoy the following benefits:

Your company...
  • Takes a smart step towards reducing health care costs, decreasing absenteeism and increasing productivity by building a healthier workforce
  • Shows it cares about employees and their families
  • Improves employee morale by offering an additional benefit
  • Helps employees deal more effectively with personal and family health problems that may affect their performance at work
  • Demonstrates leadership in the community Your employees:
  • Learn how to lead healthy lives and better manage existing health problems
  • Gain a better understanding of the health issues family, friends or coworkers may be facing
  • Discover new resources for health information and services
  • Enjoy an informative break in the workday
  • Interact with colleagues and managers outside of their immediate work group

For more information or to arrange a Lunch & Learn seminar at your company call us at

800-344-6071

You'll get the program you want, at your site and at your convenience.
 
All contents are provided for informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice or instruction.