Process evaluation of workplace health promotion in a sheltered workplace: a care ethics perspective

• DOI: 10.1093/heapro/daad031
• Publication Date: 2023-04-14T06:49:09Z
• Authors: Hanneke van Heijster; Jantien van Berkel; Minne Bakker; Cécile Boot; Emely de Vet
• Keywords: Promotion (chess); Workplace health promotion

Summary Despite the potential health benefits of workplace promotion for employees in sheltered workplaces, participation is often limited. The aim this study was (i) to understand limited participation, and (ii) find opportunities adapting promotion, such that it better meets needs target population. A responsive process evaluation an extensive multi-component program targeting lifestyle behaviors, financial literacy citizenship, performed a large, Netherlands (>3500 employees). To interviews with (n = 8), supervisors 7) managers 2), 10 participant observations were performed. improving workplace, 7 dialogs 30). interview data on barriers evaluated through lens care ethics, as allowed role various stakeholders well indirect institutional context. Findings showed could increase if organized way encourages work together, allow tailor activities different capabilities employees, connects employees’ daily lives. strength focused both participation.