HR.com has announced the winners of the 2026 Employee Well-being Awards, honoring organizations that have made outstanding contributions to improving workplace wellness. The awards recognize innovation in employee well-being solutions and comprehensive program design, with a focus on physical, mental, and behavioral health.
Avidon Health received the Best Employee Wellness Solution Award for its rebuilt behavior change platform that makes evidence-based coaching accessible to organizations of any size. The platform features a fast, affordable, turnkey design that enables instant deployment without IT support, delivering personalized wellness journeys across stress, sleep, movement, and nutrition. A representative from Avidon Health stated, "Winning this award from HR.com is a proud moment for our team. HR and benefits leaders put their credibility on the line every time they recommend a solution. This award is our promise to them that the trust was well placed and that we will keep earning it."
Hancock Health was recognized as the winner of the Best Comprehensive Wellness Program for its year-long weight management initiative that blends lifestyle medicine, clinical care, medical fitness, and medication when appropriate. The program focuses on sustainable outcomes and delivers results comparable to GLP-1 benchmarks while supporting long-term behavior change and generating measurable ROI for employers. Jenny Weidner, Director of Human Resource at Hancock Health, noted, "Our wellness strategy is not just a 'program'; it has become a strategic advantage as we build a culture where every associate can thrive physically, emotionally, and professionally."
The awards underscore a shift in how organizations approach employee well-being, moving beyond traditional wellness programs to deliver real, lasting impact. Debbie McGrath, CEO of HR.com, commented, "These award winners represent a meaningful shift in how organizations are approaching employee well-being. By combining innovation, accessibility, and measurable outcomes, they are helping employers and employees move beyond traditional wellness programs to deliver real, lasting impact for their workforce and their business."
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