Caregiving belongs in your HR strategy.
Caregiving is part of everyday life for many working adults. At least one in four employees is caring for a child, an aging parent, or both, while continuing to work full time.
Our caregiving guide s a practical tool for HR and benefits leaders exploring how caregiving affects employees and where flexible, thoughtful support can make a measurable difference.
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Inside the Guide
What you'll find:
How caregiving pressures show up across burnout, focus, absenteeism, and engagement
Why caregiving is a retention risk, especially for experienced employees managing long-term care
How caregiving contributes to higher healthcare utilization, including increased stress, anxiety, and depression
Practical examples of caregiver-friendly policies and benefits that support employees while maintaining performance
PLUS: Clear action steps, a practical checklist, and the data HR leaders use to turn caregiver support into a business-backed decision.
1 in 4
Employees carrying caregiving duties alongside their work
$5600
Average annual productivity loss per caregiving employee from absenteeism and presenteeism.
16%
Employees who’ve left a job due to caregiving stress
Caregiving has a cost.
Supporting caregivers delivers returns.
Caregiving challenges rarely affect just one area. They influence wellbeing, productivity, retention, and healthcare costs, often at the same time.
This guide helps you understand where caregiving is affecting your organization today and what types of support can make a meaningful difference.
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