Eldercare benefits can save UK businesses £42,400 annually
The average UK business can save £42,400 in lost productivity, absenteeism, and turnover a year due to employees balancing eldercare responsibilities and work.
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Tag: Working carers
Tips for managing work alongside caregiving responsibilities
In light of employees taking 6 sick days per year to care for loved ones, experts have advised on how to manage work alongside caregiving responsibilities.
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Employees take 6 sick days a year to look after loved ones
51% of the UK workforce say their career has been impacted by taking on responsibility for different generations of their family’s health and wellbeing.
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Ian Wells: Adjusting to reversed roles – becoming a carer for your elder parent
There are a number of ways organisations can support employees and help them balance their role as working carers. Find out how you can make a difference.
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Don’t make assumptions about the demographics of carers
This Carers Awareness Week, RedArc warns against making any assumptions about the demographics of unpaid carers and thus wrongly targeting support.
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New poll indicates voters want reforms to improve parental leave
67% of respondents feel more inclined to vote for candidates or parties that include better parental leave in their manifesto.
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Female caregivers not taking time off when they are mentally or physically unwell
Employers are being urged to understand how caregiving impacts men and women differently and put measures in place that address this.
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Aaron Dryden: Crafting a comprehensive Carer’s Policy – Ensuring compliance with the Carer’s Leave Act
In light of the recent change in legislation, more individuals are likely to disclose their caring responsibilities, so it’s time for organisations to review their support.
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Carer’s Leave Act: How employers can do more
The Carer’s Leave Act comes into force from 6th April. Employers will be required to offer up to one week’s unpaid leave per year to give care for a dependant.
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Lindsey Doe: Mind the gap – the sandwich carers, stuck in the middle
Employers that can tune into next-level meaningful support will allow employees with caring responsibilities the chance to manage their dual responsibilities.
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Financial struggles for UK carers highlighted this festive season
As the holiday season approaches, UK carers are facing significant financial challenges, with an estimated £1.3 billion in potential savings going untapped.
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New autism support launched for families and carers across England
New autism support is available for families and carers of autistic children and adults thanks to a new, free education programme being launched across England.
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- Karen Peters: Rethinking therapy – Cognomovement in UK workplaces
- Naomi de Barra: Understanding your brain to craft a fulfilling career
- Jeanette Wheeler: Prioritising employee wellbeing by creating an inclusive culture and a productive workforce
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