The City of Gastonia has been recognized in the 2024 Healthiest Employers of the Charlotte region, an awards program created to honor people-first organizations that prioritize the well-being of their employee population. Their goal is to be a resource for organizations that are focused on improving the health of their employees by creating a community invested in their population’s health and well-being.
These companies were recognized because of their commitment to workplace wellness and their exceptional health and benefits offerings. Even with many employers returning to the office or hybrid schedules, they have had to adapt their workforces to reflect the ever-changing views of the modern American office. Increased flexibility, work-life balance, and mental health resources have proven to be common trends among Healthiest Employers applicants.
Each company filled out an annual Healthiest Employers application. The responses are scored Rubric style 1-100 scale. The assessment is made up of six categories with yes/no, multiple choice, and short answer questions, with each question totaling .25-3 points. A Healthiest Employers Index (HEI) is assigned to each application to help rank among companies of similar sizes.