Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts and Massachusetts Bankers Association Recognize Marlborough Savings Bank for Its Dedication to a Healthy Workplace

BOSTON — Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts in concert with the Massachusetts Bankers Association announced today that the Marlborough Savings Bank received the inaugural Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Banking on Wellness Award for its dedication to wellness initiatives to improve employee health.. The award, along with a $5,000 wellness grant, was presented at the Massachusetts Bankers Association’s Annual CEO Conference in Waltham, MA.

The Banking on Wellness Awards highlight the innovative wellness programs instituted at five Massachusetts banks that are part of the Mass Bankers Association health insurance program, which consists of 140 banks around the Commonwealth. Marlborough Savings Bank was selected as the Culture of Health Award honoree for its senior management leadership and support to implement wellness initiatives, engage employees in programs through incentive strategies, and employee involvement in multimodal wellness activities – resulting in a high program completion rate. Wellness activities include a “Lose It” weight loss challenge and steps challenges, as well as lunch and learns on health topics. Employees could get credit towards the program by hitting the gym or by participating in community fitness events, such as “Yoga in the Park” and “Wally Ball.”

“We, at Marlborough Savings are thrilled to receive the Culture of Health award as we’ve been working hard to encourage all employees to adopt a healthy lifestyle. The Banking on Wellness program has been instrumental in reducing absenteeism and getting our employees and their families on a track to enjoy a long and healthy life”, said Rick Bennett, President and CEO of Marlborough Savings Bank.

Kevin F. Kiley, Executive Vice President, Massachusetts Bankers Association praised the management and staff at Marlborough Savings Bank. “They have made a serious commitment to improving the wellness and overall health of bank employees. Marlborough Savings Bank has distinguished itself for its work in embracing the Association’s Banking on Wellness Campaign,” explained Mr. Kiley.

“The Marlborough Savings Bank motivates employees to stay healthy and active from the top down,” said Larry Croes, Vice President of Commercial & Municipal Markets at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts. “The many programs and incentives they offer resulted in an 84% employee completion rate that will help keep their workforce healthy.”

Other recipients of the 2015 Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Banking on Wellness Awards include: Bristol County Savings Bank, Easthampton Savings Bank, Watertown Savings Break, and The Provident Bank.

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