The Seprod Group, through its Health and Wellness Services Department, has partnered with the Ministry of Health and Wellness in a series of activities, as part of the observance of Mental Health Awareness Month, to promote an mentally healthy workplace culture.

According to Seprod, the group remains committed to promoting physical activity and mental well-being of its over 3,000 employees, a commitment that is further strengthened through these community partnerships.

Among the activities the manufacturing and distribution conglomerate engaged in were: a walk series themed “Reset My Mental Health: Embracing a Healthy Lifestyle” and a wellness challenge facilitated by Occupational Health Nurse Carol Morgan.

“Employees were encouraged to place a hi-5 handprint on a designated board, a visual representation of unity in this endeavour. Green water paint was provided, and the assigned nurse at each location supervised the activity. This was not just a challenge, but a testament to our collective strength and dedication. Employees were encouraged to take photos while placing their hi-5 and share them, further fostering a sense of community,” Nurse Morgan stated.

The activities were geared towards creating and maintaining a mentally healthy workplace culture. As such employees were encouraged to adopt healthier habits such as eating more fruits and vegetables, drinking more water, reducing smoking, cutting out sweet drinks and coffee, and walking 10,000 steps daily.

The Seprod Group and Jamaica Moves initiative also included walks on May 16th and 30th along three scenic routes: the Palisadoes Peninsula near Port Royal, another from the Tru-Juice factory to Seprod’s Bog Walk factory in St Catherine, and the third was in the surrounding area of Serge Island Farms Limited (SIFL) to Seaforth Town, St. Thomas.

Underscoring the benefits of the walks, Nurse Morgan notes, “Employees can step away from their desks to connect with nature and physically exercise during the walks. This improved physical health and provided a valuable outlet for stress relief and mental rejuvenation.”

The health professional also commended the Ministry of Health and Jamaica Moves for their commitment to supporting and participating in future health-related workplace wellness programmes.

By promoting regular physical activity and fostering a culture of well-being, the Seprod Group is committed to empowering its workforce through its Employee Support and Development Programme to lead healthier, more balanced lives.