Does Your Company Take Care of You — Or Are You Doing It Alone?

Many people quietly invest in their health — paying out of pocket for recovery, support and prevention — without ever checking whether help is already available through work.

Workplace wellbeing has evolved far beyond gym discounts. Today, many organisations offer wellness allowances, flexible benefits and healthcare budgets designed to support energy, resilience and long-term performance.

Yet research from leading HR bodies shows that many employees don’t know what they’re entitled to — or assume wellbeing support only applies once something has gone wrong.

This long-form piece explores the current state of workplace wellness in the UK, drawing on research from CIPD and other trusted sources. It looks at why the gap between intention and impact still exists, what meaningful wellbeing support really looks like, and why recovery and prevention matter more than ever.