Mental Health Outreach at PZ Cussons
On October 9, 2024, PZ Cussons partnered with OneHealth to host an impactful Wellness Outreach across two key sites—the PZ Cussons Head Office in Ilupeju and its factory in Ikorodu, Lagos. This initiative was designed to promote mental health awareness and provide vital health checks for PZ Cussons employees.
Led by clinical therapist Ejiro Ubierohwo from Therapist NG, the event focused on building resilience as a critical tool for mental well-being, offering employees actionable insights into balancing work demands with mental wellness.
The outreach kicked off with a 90-minute interactive mental health session by Ejiro, emphasizing the importance of resilience in today’s high-stress environments.
Employees eagerly participated, discussing strategies for mental health and asking questions about managing stress and building resilience. This session underscored PZ Cussons' commitment to creating a supportive workplace where mental wellness is prioritized alongside productivity.
Essential Health Checks
We had 126 employees join us for the event, and 88 received full health checkups from our team. These checkups gave them important updates on their health. We found that 80% of those checked had high blood pressure, and some also had high blood sugar. To help, we offered 25 employees a free 3-month OneWellness plan to support them toward better health.
Bridging Gaps in HMO Services
Throughout the outreach, employees expressed concerns over challenges with their current HMO plans, such as low-quality medications and cumbersome claims processes. In collaboration with PZ’s HR and marketing teams, OneWellness is now exploring tailored health plans that would better address employee health needs and complement existing HMO offerings. This collaboration aims to provide a higher standard of care that prioritizes quality and accessibility, making health management easier and more reliable for employees.
How Your Organization Can Take the First Step Towards Employee Wellness
The PZ Wellness Outreach underscores the power of integrating mental health support and wellness programs in the workplace. When organizations create opportunities for health awareness, they empower their teams to improve their well-being and, ultimately, workplace productivity.
If you're interested in a wellness program tailored to your employees’ needs, consider partnering with OneWellness to bring proactive health monitoring, mental health support, and consistent care to your workforce. Together, we can build healthier, happier workplaces.