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Presenters:
Dr. Terri-Lynn Mackay
Behavioral Health Innovation and Service Delivery Director
Brianna Dance
Consultant Relations Director
Dina Collins
Consultant Relations Director
Integrating GLP-1 therapy with comprehensive wellbeing strategies transforms how organizations and individuals approach health outcomes. GLP-1 medications, initially developed for diabetes management, have shown tremendous promise in supporting weight loss and improving metabolic health.
Last week, during our Meet a Vendor webinar series, we had the pleasure to hear from LifeSpeak Inc. how their digital wellbeing solutions provide expert guidance that helps create happier, healthier workforces. Dr. Terri-Lynn Mackay, Behavioral Health Innovation and Service Delivery Director at LifeSpeak Inc., Brianna Dance, and Dina Collins, both Consultant Relations Directors at LifeSpeak Inc., shared insights confirming that achieving sustained results requires a multidimensional approach.
About LifeSpeak
LifeSpeak Inc. provides solutions focused on mental, physical, and family wellbeing for happier and healthier members. It is the leading whole-person well-being solution for employers, health plans, and other organizations. Their wellbeing suite allows organizations to provide best-in-class content and expertise at scale, empowering individuals to live their healthiest lives.
Their suite of solutions include:
LifeSpeak Mental Health & Resilience: LifeSpeak is the leading mental health solution for organizations that bridges the gap between unaddressed mental health and other life challenges and professional interventions. Its curated library of thousands of bite-sized videos and other resources offers self-advocacy support through tips, expert web chats, and actionable steps that are available 24/7.
Wellbeats Wellness: Wellbeats empowers your members to take control of their health with exercise, nutrition, and mindfulness classes – anytime, anywhere. With thousands of educational content from certified experts, there is something for every age, interest, environment, and ability level.
Torchlight Parenting & Caregiving: Torchlight is the first-of-its-kind, all-inclusive caregiver support solution, offering answers and resolution through a comprehensive curated digital library, one-on-one specialized advising, and concierge services, providing an unmatched depth of specialization and expertise across the spectrum.
ALAViDA Substance Use: ALAViDA offers comprehensive care for substance use, including alcohol, nicotine, cannabis, and more, in a confidential and stigma-free environment. Using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (iCBT), expert coaching, awareness tools, and more, we help employees understand their substance use and take control – from anywhere, any device.
The full range of resources and formats helps people learn in many ways. These resources encompass video sessions, articles, tip sheets, ask-the-expert webchat sessions, podcasts, and tools covering various topics. The content is designed as easy-to-access “micro-learnings,” which have the highest utilization rates compared to longer-form content, ensuring that employees can access support in a way that suits their needs and preferences. In addition, LifeSpeak enables members to get answers and guidance by connecting with experts, advisors, and coaches through a variety of formats.
Why are adjunctive behavioral health supports important?
Despite the benefits of GLP-1 therapy, maintaining adherence remains a challenge:
- 30% of users drop out after the first month.
- 58% discontinue therapy before achieving clinically meaningful weight loss.
- Only 15% continue therapy after two years.
This significant attrition rate highlights the importance of addressing the biopsychosocial factors influencing weight management.
The Role of Whole-Person Wellbeing
LifeSpeak Inc. emphasizes the need for whole-person support to maximize the efficacy of GLP-1 therapies. Behavioral health solutions, like mental health counseling, fitness and nutrition programs, and parent-caregiver support, create a foundation for success. These services are essential for addressing biological, psychological, and social factors that impact weight management and overall health.
Why Employers Should Care
Employers are witnessing a rising interest in obesity medications among their workforce, with 79% of organizations noting increased demand. The impact of weight management coverage is clear:
- 44% of employees would change jobs for coverage.
- 51% would stay in a disliked job if coverage were provided.
Beyond retention, the organizational benefits of holistic wellbeing support are profound:
- Members save over 403,000 hours annually.
- Companies save $1.01M annually.
- 351% ROI from implementing targeted wellbeing benefits.
Achieving sustainable weight loss and improved health outcomes demands more than just medication. LifeSpeak’s evidence-based programs, such as fitness classes, nutritional guidance, mindfulness support, and coaching, empower individuals to adopt and maintain healthy habits. This approach ensures long-term benefits for employees and their organizations. With LifeSpeak’s holistic approach, you can learn how to maximize your GLP-1 investments. Their latest ebook offers insights into creating healthier, happier workforces through sustainable strategies.
Get in touch with LifeSpeak!
Choosing LifeSpeak demonstrates your commitment to employee wellbeing and can significantly enhance productivity, job satisfaction, and overall organizational morale. A healthier workforce ultimately leads to a healthier bottom line.
By integrating LifeSpeak, health plans can reduce healthcare costs by promoting preventive care and risk reduction. Their solution is scalable, affordable, and integrates seamlessly with other wellbeing platforms.
For more information, contact:
Brianna Dance – briannadance@lifespeak.com
Dr. Terri-Lynn Mackay – terrilynnmackay@lifespeak.com
Dina Collins – dinacollins@lifespeak.com
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