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Revolutionize Workforce Wellness with Prime for Life Program

Alcohol and drug use quietly increase risks in the workplace, driving up costs related to accidents, absenteeism, turnover, and healthcare claims. These challenges often go unnoticed until they impact safety and productivity. Addressing these risks effectively requires a program that educates employees without stigma or forced treatment. Prime for Life offers a research-based, proven approach that fits well within organizational wellness efforts.


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Prime for Life group session in progress

Understanding the Hidden Costs of Substance Risk in the Workplace


Many organizations underestimate how much alcohol and drug use contribute to workplace problems. These risks affect:


  • Safety incidents: Impaired judgment leads to accidents and injuries.

  • Absenteeism: Employees struggling with substance use miss more workdays.

  • Turnover: Substance-related issues increase employee departures and recruitment costs.

  • Healthcare claims: Treatment and related health problems raise insurance expenses.


These factors combine to create significant financial and operational burdens. Addressing them proactively improves not only safety but also morale and overall workforce health.


What Makes Prime for Life a Smart Choice


Prime for Life is a nationally recognized program backed by decades of research. It helps employees understand their personal risk related to alcohol and drugs, encouraging healthier choices without shame or pressure. Here are key reasons it fits well in workplace wellness:


  • Evidence-based curriculum: The program uses proven methods that have shown positive outcomes over many years.

  • Group format: Sessions are held in groups, making it cost-effective and easier to schedule around work hours.

  • Affordable rates: Designed specifically for organizations, the pricing supports broad employee participation.

  • Qualified instructor: Benjamin Gatliff, a licensed mental health professional and certified Prime for Life instructor, delivers the program.


How Prime for Life Supports Your Organization’s Goals


Whether your focus is strengthening Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), meeting safety compliance, or investing in employee well-being, Prime for Life offers practical benefits:


  • Improves safety compliance: Employees learn to recognize and reduce risky behaviors, helping meet regulatory standards.

  • Enhances EAP offerings: The program complements existing support services with a structured, educational approach.

  • Builds a healthier workforce: By reducing substance-related risks, overall health and productivity improve.

  • Reduces stigma: The program avoids labeling or forcing treatment, encouraging honest participation.

  • Saves costs: Lower accident rates, fewer absences, and reduced healthcare claims translate into financial savings.


What to Expect from the Prime for Life Program


Prime for Life is designed to be straightforward and engaging. Employees participate in group sessions that cover:


  • Understanding personal risk factors related to alcohol and drug use.

  • Learning how substance use affects health, safety, and performance.

  • Developing skills to make safer choices in and out of the workplace.

  • Exploring strategies to support colleagues and create a safer work environment.


The program’s tone is supportive and educational, avoiding judgment or pressure. This approach encourages honest reflection and lasting behavior change.


Real-World Impact of Prime for Life for Workforce Wellness


Organizations that have implemented Prime for Life report measurable improvements in workforce wellness. For example:


  • A manufacturing company saw a 30% reduction in workplace accidents after introducing the program.

  • A healthcare provider noted decreased absenteeism and improved employee engagement.

  • Several organizations experienced lower healthcare claims related to substance use.


These outcomes show how investing in employee education can lead to safer, healthier workplaces.


How to Get Started with Prime for Life


Bringing Prime for Life to your organization is simple. Contact Brian Sharp, MS, LPC-S, LPC, LMHC, NCC, MBACP (Accred), owner of Brian Sharp Counseling LLC, to learn more or register your team. The program is flexible and can be scheduled to fit your operational needs.


Contact Information:

Phone: (830) 294-8900

Email: briansharplpc@gmail.com


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