Building Up Caregivers Builds a Stronger Workplace
Fostering a workplace that supports employees who are also caregivers is not only good for morale but a smart business move. The Caregiver-Friendly Initiative can help to ensure you acknowledge and assist caregivers, providing flexibility and resources for those managing the dual responsibilities of work and caring for a loved one. Becoming an understanding workplace is the right thing to do for your employees and your business.
Unpaid Caregiving is on the Rise
22%
Nearly 1 in 4 workers split their time between full-time work and caregiving duties that often include medical and nursing tasks.
56%
Over half of unpaid caregivers who also work are women.
26
26 hours is the mean amount of hours each week devoted to caregiving by individuals.
NPHF is Ready to Help
Reach out to us today for more information on this and other critical Nevada Public Health programs.
Things to Consider
Flexibility and understanding for employees who are managing the caregiving for a loved one is a win-win for the individual, the organization, and our community:
- Increases employee morale
- Helps to retain good employees for an easier transition back to work
- Supports a family-friendly work environment
- Reduces cost burden to Nevada social service agencies and the community