HBR has been selected by NHPCO (National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization) to be a Workplace Partner in their program called It’s About How You LIVE: At Work. (We’re one of 35 hospices nationwide who were chosen, from more than 100 applications that were submitted.)
Food For Thought
44 million Americans, or approximately 16% of the population, are now providing unpaid care to an adult relative or friend.
Nearly 60% of those caring for someone 50 or older are working. 48% are full-time employees and 11% work part-time.
29% of employed caregivers report needing help balancing their work and family responsibilities.
According to the Society for Human Resources Management, absenteeism is the most frequently reported eldercare issue.
U.S. businesses lose $17.1 billion to $33.6 billion per year in productivity for employees with care giving responsibilities.
The annual cost of grief in the workplace is estimated to be $75.1 billion.
Overall Purpose:
Increase awareness about the needs of working caregivers who struggle with work-life balance while taking care of their ill, elderly, or frail family members
Provide support for employers with working caregivers.
Provide support and resources for employees who are care giving for a loved one that is seriously ill, dealing with grief and loss issues, and/or need more information about planning for future healthcare decisions and other end-of-life issues.
