Brookshire Grocery Co. Recognized for Wellness Initiatives

The American Heart Association recently recognized Brookshire Grocery Co. (BGC) as a gold-level Fit-Friendly Worksite for promoting a culture of health and wellness at the corporate level. The Fit-Friendly program recognizes employers throughout the United States who champion the health of their employees and work to create a culture of physical activity and health in the workplace. [caption id="attachment_33031" align="alignright" width="324"] l-r: Megan Riaz, health and wellness coordinator, BGC; Sheri Satterwhite, senior vice president – risk management and benefits administration, BGC; and Brandi Russell, corporate market director, American Heart Association of East Texas.[/caption] BGC received the honor based on the wellness initiatives it has implemented at its corporate headquarters, which include offering physical activity support and improved healthy food options in break rooms; establishing an active wellness committee; providing an on-site fitness center and walking trail; offering health screenings and programs to help reduce stress; being a non-smoking facility; and promoting employee health through organized challenges and other events, such as the annual FRESH 15 race hosted in March. “Our company places a high importance on our employees’ well-being, and we are honored to receive this national distinction,” says Rick Rayford, BGC president and CEO. “As part of our increased focus on health and wellness, we will continue to offer more opportunities for our employees to maintain a healthy, well-balanced life.” Companies can apply on an annual basis for basic gold-level recognition and/or advanced platinum-level recognition on the American Heart Association's website.