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Recovery Friendly Workplace

WisHope’s Recovery Friendly Workplace Program: Supporting Businesses & Employees Nationwide

Substance use disorders (SUDs) impact businesses nationwide, leading to increased absenteeism, lost productivity, higher healthcare costs, and safety risks. 

WisHope’s Recovery Friendly Workplace Program helps businesses in Wisconsin and beyond create a healthier, more productive workforce by implementing recovery-friendly policies that support employees and employers alike.

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The Addiction Epidemic and Employer Impact

The impact of addiction in the workplace is staggering. Employers lose billions annually due to absenteeism, lost productivity, healthcare expenses, and legal liabilities.

Substance Use in the Workforce – 2024 Statistics

  • Nationally, the cost of untreated substance use disorders in the U.S. exceeds $740 billion annually, including lost workplace productivity, healthcare expenses, and criminal justice costs. (NIH)
  • Nearly 8.4% of Wisconsin residents struggle with substance use disorders, affecting employers across the state. (DHS Wisconsin)
  • Employees with untreated SUDs miss 50% more workdays than their peers. (SAMHSA)
  • Employer-sponsored health insurance spends over $35.3 billion annually on substance use treatment. (JAMA)

Benefits of WisHope's Recovery-Friendly Workplace Program

Reduced absenteeism and turnover

Higher employee loyalty and performance

Cost savings

Employers save $4 in healthcare costs and $7 in criminal justice costs.

Employees in recovery have higher retention rates and stronger workplace engagement.

The Solution: Recovery-Friendly Workplaces

WisHope’s Recovery Friendly Workplace Program helps businesses implement proven, cost-effective strategies to support employees in recovery. A recovery-friendly workplace reduces absenteeism, increases retention, and improves overall well-being.

It’s Free to Become a Recovery Friendly Workplace

Businesses can sign up at no cost to become a designated Recovery Friendly Workplace through WisHope. Our team will guide you through the process, offering certification programs and customized resources to help you implement best practices.

Our Services:

  • Workplace assessments to identify areas for improvement
  • Training and education programs for employers and employees
  • Policy development and implementation guidance
  • Ongoing support to maintain a recovery-friendly environment
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