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title: Majority of Employers Boosting Well-being Programs
description: The rising demand for employee wellness benefits is evident, with most employers expanding their offerings. These resources will be crucial in shaping 2026 employee benefits.
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# [Majority of Employers Boosting Well-being Programs](https://blog.nisbenefits.com/employers-boosting-well-being-programs)

 Written by [Erin Woulfe](https://blog.nisbenefits.com/author/erin-woulfe) | Jun 10, 2025 12:34:56 PM

*1.5 minute read*

Amid economic challenges and rising healthcare costs, 93% of employers intend to sustain or enhance well-being programs this year, as per the Business Group on Health's [2025 Employer Well-being Strategy Survey](https://www.businessgrouphealth.org/en/Resources/2025-Employer-Well-being-Strategy-Survey-Executive-Summary). Notably, 73% will maintain, and 20% will expand these offerings, while 94% will demand better outcomes from well-being vendors.

Business Group on Health, a nonprofit representing major U.S. employers, surveyed 131 global employers. Nearly 100% of employers include mental health in their well-being strategies, with 47% prioritizing it. Employee assistance programs (EAPs) are the top benefit, alongside stress management, mindfulness, and resiliency initiatives.

The report highlighted that well-being programs will focus on key areas of employee well-being:

- **Physical Health –** Nearly all employers (99%) incorporate physical wellness into their strategies. Two-thirds have adjusted benefits due to increased use of weight loss drugs like GLP-1s. Many also promote exercise through activity challenges.
- **Financial Heath –** Currently, 92% of employers prioritize financial wellness, with all expected to do so by 2026. Key resources include EAPs, financial planning, and tuition reimbursement.
- **Social Health –** 75% of employers incorporate social and community elements into their well-being strategies.

While many employers think they offer modern benefits, only 59% of employees agree. This may be due to insufficient benefits education and communication.

 

## **Employer Takeaways**

The 2025 Employer Well-being Strategy Survey highlights an increasing appetite for employee wellness benefits. As the majority of employers expand or enhance their wellness programs, these resources will play a key role in shaping the 2026 employee benefits landscape. Download the [bulletin](https://blog.nisbenefits.com/hubfs/blog-supporting-docs/bulletin-employers-expanding-well-being-offerings.pdf) for more details.

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