{"id":109096,"date":"2024-12-17T12:00:37","date_gmt":"2024-12-17T19:00:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/?p=109096"},"modified":"2026-03-16T11:52:33","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T17:52:33","slug":"wellness-case-study-derby-recreation-commission","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2024\/12\/17\/wellness-case-study-derby-recreation-commission\/","title":{"rendered":"Wellness Case Study: Derby Rec Achieves 90% Engagement"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title ez-toc-toggle\" style=\"cursor:pointer\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span 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ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2024\/12\/17\/wellness-case-study-derby-recreation-commission\/#How_did_Derby_Recreation_Commission_build_a_culture_of_wellness_and_achieve_high_engagement\" >How did Derby Recreation Commission build a culture of wellness and achieve high engagement?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2024\/12\/17\/wellness-case-study-derby-recreation-commission\/#Derby_Recreation_Commission_Wellness_Program_Overview\" >Derby Recreation Commission Wellness Program Overview<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2024\/12\/17\/wellness-case-study-derby-recreation-commission\/#What_measurable_results_came_from_this_wellness_case_study\" >What measurable results came from this wellness case study?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2024\/12\/17\/wellness-case-study-derby-recreation-commission\/#Culture_of_Wellness\" >Culture of Wellness<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2024\/12\/17\/wellness-case-study-derby-recreation-commission\/#High_Engagement\" >High Engagement<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2024\/12\/17\/wellness-case-study-derby-recreation-commission\/#Community_Outreach\" >Community Outreach<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2024\/12\/17\/wellness-case-study-derby-recreation-commission\/#Why_did_the_Derby_Recreation_Commission_choose_WellSteps\" >Why did the Derby Recreation Commission choose WellSteps?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2024\/12\/17\/wellness-case-study-derby-recreation-commission\/#What_are_the_main_takeaways_for_creating_affordable_small_business_wellness_programs\" >What are the main takeaways for creating affordable small business wellness programs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"#\" data-href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2024\/12\/17\/wellness-case-study-derby-recreation-commission\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<blockquote class=\"wp-block-quote executive-summary is-layout-flow wp-block-quote-is-layout-flow\" style=\"border-width:1px;padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--20);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--50);font-size:17px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p style=\"font-size:20px\"><strong>Executive Summary<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group executive-summary\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p style=\"font-size:18px\"><strong>What results can a wellness program deliver for a public-sector workforce?<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"executive-summary\" style=\"font-size:16px\">A structured wellness program can improve employee participation, reduce health risks, and build a stronger culture of well-being in public-sector organizations. With consistent support, clear goals, and accessible activities, employees become more engaged in their health. The result is a healthier workforce, improved morale, and measurable progress over time.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"935\" height=\"701\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture11.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-109098\" style=\"width:538px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture11.jpg 935w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture11-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture11-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 935px) 100vw, 935px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-did-derby-recreation-commission-build-a-culture-of-wellness-and-achieve-high-engagement\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_did_Derby_Recreation_Commission_build_a_culture_of_wellness_and_achieve_high_engagement\"><\/span>How did Derby Recreation Commission build a culture of wellness and achieve high engagement?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As a recognized wellness leader, Derby Recreation Commission sought to enhance employee wellbeing with a wellness program that could also inspire its community. This wellness case study highlights how WellSteps collaborates with the Commission to design a program that reinforces its community leadership, promotes employee health, and achieves an impressive 90% engagement rate.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-derby-recreation-commission-wellness-program-overview\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Derby_Recreation_Commission_Wellness_Program_Overview\"><\/span>Derby Recreation Commission Wellness Program Overview<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.derbyrec.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Derby Recreation Commission<\/a> is comprised of three facilities: Hubbard Arts Center, Oaklawn Activity Center and Derby Recreation Center, an 80,000-square-foot fitness and program facility serving the citizens of Derby, Kansas. In summary, the Rec Center offers various amenities and activities for all ages and skill levels, including basketball courts, cycle and program studios, racquetball courts, an indoor track, and an indoor pool.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"298\" height=\"228\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture7.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-109097\" style=\"width:404px;height:auto\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Derby Recreation Commission has always prioritized wellness, with grassroots wellness campaigns dating back to its inception in the early 1980s. In 2012, the organization partnered with WellSteps to implement a wellness program aimed at enhancing team members\u2019 quality of life while serving as a strategic tool for recruitment and retention.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cHistorically, the Derby Recreation Commission has taken a forward-thinking approach with the deliberate goal of creating efficient systems and programs that align with industry best practices,\u201d says Derby Recreation Commission Community Wellness Director Curtis Baxter. \u201cIn the 2011 to 2012 time frame, we realized that as a recreation leader in the state of Kansas, we needed to create a more formal wellness program for our team to enhance our quality of life and serve as a recruiting and retention tool.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture10-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-109099\" style=\"width:588px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture10-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture10-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture10-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture10-930x620.jpg 930w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture10.jpg 1111w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Since then, Derby Recreation Commission has been enrolled in the WellSteps Small Business Program, which features:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Online access and app for each employee (and significant other)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Rewards activity and incentive tracking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Personal health assessments and report cards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Screening reminders<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Behavior change campaigns<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>My Tracker, which tracks health behaviors and syncs with wearables<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe WellSteps program offered the platform to formalize our grassroots wellness initiatives and to track team participation and engagement more accurately, so it made sense that we would partner with them to accomplish this strategic goal,\u201d Curtis says.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELATED:&nbsp;<\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/explore\/wellsteps-sbs\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>Discover the WellSteps Small Business Program<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-measurable-results-came-from-this-wellness-case-study\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_measurable_results_came_from_this_wellness_case_study\"><\/span>What measurable results came from this wellness case study?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This wellness case study illustrates, in short, how Derby Recreation Commission has built a program that fosters a culture of wellness, achieves high employee engagement, and serves as a model for its community.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"445\" height=\"285\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture1.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-109100\" style=\"width:545px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture1.png 445w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture1-300x192.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 445px) 100vw, 445px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Culture_of_Wellness\"><\/span>Culture of Wellness<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>WellSteps Wellness Guide Kelsey Kesler says Derby Recreation Commission has an outstanding on-site committee that works together to plan events and cater the program to meet the needs of its employees and community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe committee and coordinator love to be involved in program planning. They start with a blank slate each year and come to us with a completely planned program,\u201d she says.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Strong leadership fosters a culture of wellness that consistently delivers better health outcomes for Derby Recreation Commission\u2019s employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cDuring our annual surveys, our team routinely reports feeling like they are in better physical and mental health, but there is definitely always room to improve and grow in our personal and professional wellness,&#8221; Curtis says.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELATED: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2024\/07\/09\/wellness-program-engagement-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>15 Wellness Program Engagement Ideas to Build Culture<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"High_Engagement\"><\/span>High Engagement<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Derby Recreation Commission boasts an impressive 90% engagement rate among its approximately 30 employees.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe team willingness to participate in the program and provide feedback to improve the program over time is an indicator that they see value in what WellSteps has offered, and continues to offer, to our employee wellness program,\u201d Curtis says.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>He cites excellent communication, meaningful incentives, and tailored programming as key drivers of employee engagement, emphasizing that Derby Recreation Commission\u2019s wellness program was instrumental in strengthening team unity after the COVID-19 pandemic.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"372\" height=\"578\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture6.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-109101\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture6.jpg 372w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture6-193x300.jpg 193w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 372px) 100vw, 372px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>\u201cThere is no doubt we have better routine engagement in employee activities because of WellSteps\u2019 communication and incentives,\u201d Curtis says. \u201cI think it was especially important as we came out of COVID. Remote work, policy disagreements, and limited ability to gather as a staff certainly did damage to our organizational culture. The structure of the WellSteps program created opportunities to reattach to our coworkers in meaningful ways.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELATED: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2020\/01\/01\/wellness-program-engagement-the-complete-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>How to Get Maximum Wellness Program Engagement<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Community_Outreach\"><\/span>Community Outreach<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Wellness promotion aligns with Derby Recreation Commission&#8217;s mission to \u201cpromote happiness and lifelong personal growth,\u201d and the Commission has created a wellness program that serves as a model for other organizations throughout its community.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWe strive to influence the adoption of wellness programs in other organizations within our local community, so our partnership with WellSteps demonstrates that we prioritize our team\u2019s wellness and can help others in the community do the same by following our example,\u201d Curtis says.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture9-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-109102\" style=\"width:394px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture9-768x1023.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture9-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture9.jpg 827w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>He adds that the WellSteps team helps Derby Recreation Commission develop a comprehensive program that creates value for their team and keeps holistic wellness top-of-mind throughout the year.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWhile we did have a wellness program in place prior to adopting the WellSteps program, we have been able to grow and develop this program over the past 10+ years to be the gold standard among recreation departments in the state of Kansas.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>RELATED: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/2022\/03\/18\/wellness-challenge-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><strong>13 Fun Workplace Wellness Challenges for Employees<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-why-did-the-derby-recreation-commission-choose-wellsteps\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_did_the_Derby_Recreation_Commission_choose_WellSteps\"><\/span>Why did the Derby Recreation Commission choose WellSteps?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cWellSteps has been an industry leader for organizations of our size for quite some time, so the choice to partner with them was not a difficult one,\u201d Curtis says. \u201cWe continue our wellness program with WellSteps because of their superior customer service and adaptability to fit our team.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Curtis says his team enjoys the flexibility to create custom activities that encourage community volunteerism and support their own recreational events while also fostering social wellness. Frequent campaigns and mini-campaigns help keep everyone on track throughout the year and drive participation across the organization.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cThe structure of WellSteps has helped the organization with consistency year over year and if changes are made, they are done in a thoughtful and strategized way that meets the needs of our participants. This consistency has helped to build our culture. Many of the activities we now consider tradition were creations and outgrowths of our wellness program,\u201d he says.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"768\" src=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture12-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-109103\" style=\"width:545px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture12-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture12-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture12-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/Picture12.jpg 1082w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Curtis notes that tailoring the program to meet the unique needs of his team demonstrates the shared commitment between Derby Recreation Commission and WellSteps to improve long-term wellness.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u201cPartnering with WellSteps is a declaration to our team that we prioritize their wellness, and we are willing to take steps to improve the holistic health of everyone in our organization,\u201d he says. \u201cThe flexibility and adaptability of the program also shows that we are sensitive to the needs of each individual and are willing to meet them where they are to offer the support they need to optimize their longevity and wellness.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-are-the-main-takeaways-for-creating-affordable-small-business-wellness-programs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_main_takeaways_for_creating_affordable_small_business_wellness_programs\"><\/span>What are the main takeaways for creating affordable small business wellness programs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As this wellness case study shows, a thoughtfully designed wellness program can deliver lasting benefits, not only enhancing employee health and workplace culture but also positively impacting the broader community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table is-style-stripes\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td><strong>Foster a Culture of Wellness &amp; Achieve High Engagement with WellSteps<\/strong><br>Get results like Derby Recreation Commission with a custom wellness program designed for your organization. Why not <a href=\"https:\/\/www.wellsteps.com\/explore\/demosignup\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">schedule a demo today<\/a>?<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-frequently-asked-questions\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773683480526\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How did Derby Recreation achieve such high engagement in their wellness program?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The wellness case study highlights strong leadership support, tailored challenges, and WellSteps\u2019 easy tracking tools as major drivers of their 90% engagement rate<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773683482505\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What wellness strategies worked best for Derby Rec\u2019s diverse workforce?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">According to the wellness case study, flexible participation methods\u2014onsite, hybrid, and mobile\u2014gave every employee a way to contribute. Encouraging team competition also sparked excitement.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773683483831\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"> What measurable benefits came from Derby Rec\u2019s wellness initiatives?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The wellness case study shows improvements in morale, activity levels, and social connection. High engagement also led to better program consistency year after year.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1773683484629\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"> How can other agencies replicate the successes in this wellness case study?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The wellness case study demonstrates that organizations succeed when they pair structured programming with encouragement, incentives, and strong internal communication.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>How did Derby Recreation Commission build a culture of wellness and achieve high engagement? As a recognized wellness leader, Derby Recreation Commission sought to enhance employee wellbeing with a wellness program that could also inspire its community. 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