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Amazon Boosts Employee Well-Being with Enhanced Benefits

9/18/2025

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Amazon improves employee health benefits, offering up to 20 weeks of paid leave and 24/7 mental health counseling.
While 80% of employers provide Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), 65% of employees have not used them for mental health support.
Research shows that every £1 invested in mental health can yield £4.70 in productivity.
Starbem encourages a proactive mental health approach, allowing employees to select their therapists and access care within 48 hours.
This focus on immediate access and choice aims to enhance resilience and overall workplace well-being.

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Story summary

Amazon improves employee health benefits, offering up to 20 weeks of paid leave and 24/7 mental health counseling.
While 80% of employers provide Employee Assistance Programs (EAPs), 65% of employees have not used them for mental health support.
Research shows that every £1 invested in mental health can yield £4.70 in productivity.
Starbem encourages a proactive mental health approach, allowing employees to select their therapists and access care within 48 hours.
This focus on immediate access and choice aims to enhance resilience and overall workplace well-being.