BankNewport REcognized For Workplace Wellness

Representatives from BankNewport’s Human Resources department were presented with an “Exemplary” award at the 2016 Annual Worksite Health Awards ceremony held on June 2 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel in Warwick.  Sponsored by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island and the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce, the annual event recognizes Rhode Island organizations that go above and beyond to improve their employees’ health and wellness.  It is the fifth consecutive year that BankNewport has been recognized as “Exemplary,” the highest level of Worksite Health Award given to an organization. 

With over 90% employee participation in 2015, BankNewport’s Vitality Wellness Program comprises annual physical and personal health assessments, nutrition and weight management series, flu clinics, stress workshops, yoga classes, ergonomics and injury prevention sessions, a “Fit Camp” lunch program, and an onsite wellness center at the Bank’s Administration and Operations Center in Middletown.  

In addition, a special ‘paint by numbers’ art project, coordinated by the Bank’s employee wellness committee, offered employees a fun, stress-relieving activity that now adorns the hallway walls of the Middletown facility, enriching the overall work environment. 

Over the past decade, BankNewport has also received “Superior” and “Outstanding” recognition for worksite wellness.

About BankNewport 
Founded in 1819 and headquartered in Newport, BankNewport offers a full suite of loan and deposit products and services for families and businesses throughout Rhode Island.  In addition, OceanPoint Insurance Agency, Inc., a subsidiary of BankNewport, offers a broad range of property casualty insurance products and a full array of financial services.  With 15 banking offices and $1.4 billion in assets, BankNewport is one of the oldest community banks in the United States and, as a mutual organization, is committed to the financial success of its customers, employees and communities.