Work Wellness Program
Empowering our Staff to Live Healthier, Happier Lives
At Unity House, we believe that our employees are at the heart of our mission. Healthy employees help us empower people with disabilities.
That’s why we created Move in Unity, a work wellness program designed to support the physical, mental and emotional well-being of our employees.
What is Move in Unity?
Move in Unity encourages our staff to integrate healthier habits into their daily routines while maintaining a work-life balance. Centered around the 8 dimensions of wellness, Move in Unity offers a variety of activities and resources to promote our staff's overall well-being.
Annual Events
Since 2011, Unity Games has been a highlight of Staff Appreciation Month each September. Employees come together for a day of friendly, team-based competitions and participate in engaging recreational challenges. This annual event showcases our commitment to creating a supportive and rewarding workplace where every team member feels valued.
Every year, Unity House participates in the Ithaca Polar Plunge for Special Olympics New York, braving the icy waters to support athletes with intellectual disabilities. This event not only raises critical funds for inclusive sports programs but also fosters team spirit and community engagement among our staff. Employees are encouraged to join our team, fundraise, or cheer on their colleagues as they take the plunge for a great cause.
The Syracuse Workforce Run is an annual 5K event that brings together local organizations to promote health, wellness, and team building. Open to companies and nonprofits, the race encourages employees to stay active while fostering camaraderie outside the workplace. Unity House proudly participates each year, supporting our commitment to employee well-being and community engagement.
Throughout the year, Unity House employees participate in organization-wide challenges and log eligible 'Move in Unity' wellness activities to accumulate points. These points can be redeemed for:
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- Wellness time off
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- Gym membership reimbursement
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- Staff apparel credit
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- FSA prepaid funds
Staff Resources
Unity House has partnered with inDeed Wellness to provide free online seminars to all staff. These sessions are taught by experts and cover a variety of topics from stress management to nutrition. All classes are recorded and uploaded to the Wellness Library for convenient 24/7 access for staff.
Unity House offers employees free biometric testing every year to help track their health and to know their numbers (KYN), i.e. cholesterol, glucose, BMI, etc. To encourage participation, if 75% of each department completes their biometric testing and the online health risk assessment, that department is awarded a free wellness day off.
All Unity House employees and their families have free access to the TotalCare EAP Employee Assistance Program. The EAP provides information, assessment and referral for a broad range of issues and concerns, including anxiety and depression, child care, elder care, parenting, legal issues, wellness programs, financial concerns and so much more.
Why Wellness?
Engaging in Move in Unity helps our employees feel their best and foster stronger connections with colleagues.
How to Get Involved
Not a Unity House employee? You can support us as we Move in Unity by sponsoring any of our staff wellness events throughout the year. Click here to learn more about our sponsorship opportunities.
Join us as we take steps—both big and small—toward a healthier, happier workplace. Let’s Move in Unity!
