The BNMC was awarded a $50,000 grant to develop and implement a worksite wellness program for BNMC institution employees. The proposal – called the Healthy Worksites Program – will receive funding from Western New York Wellness Works, a matching grants program of the NYS Department of Health that is supported by the New York State Senate, and was sponsored by Senator Mary Lou Rath. This program will complement the existing worksite efforts of the Healthy Communities Initiative.

The Healthy Worksites Program will focus on facilitating cooperation and actions within the BNMC institutions to create a sustainable campus and worksite culture that supports active living and healthy nutrition practices. The benefits to employees include an enhanced quality of life, the reduction of chronic disease risk factors, and increased productivity. Overall, the BNMC will enjoy an environment which is more appealing and conducive to physical activity, as well as a stronger sense of community.