This refers to employers who pass on discounts for employees to hire professional caregiving help. It can also refer to workplace services that help find paid caregivers.
Of 586 family caregivers surveyed, caregiver resources was the number four desired workplace benefit. More specifically:
- 61% of respondents said concierge services that help them find help at home would be very helpful.
- 57% said stress management programs would be very helpful.
- 53% said return to work programs would be very helpful after a caregiving-related break.
- 47% said support groups in the workplace would be very helpful.
- 47% would find it very helpful if their employers shared resources on caring for a family member.
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