Employees want help with caregiving responsibilities
Data from a nationwide survey of employees gives us look at the extent to which working caregivers are struggling and the opportunity employers have to make a difference.
WHITE PAPER
The Pandemic's Effect on Unpaid Caregivers
Providing care for a loved one facing health challenges is among the most rewarding sacrifices a person can make. However, these responsibilities often have a significant physical, mental, emotional, and financial toll on caregivers.
Our latest national survey highlights the opportunity employers have to support their caregiving employees and help bolster America's workforce.
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INSIGHTS
The Great Resignation is Upon Us
Prior to the pandemic, more than 50 million American served as a primary, unpaid caregiver for loved ones with illnesses, disabilities, and other special needs. An additional 3 million were forced to leave their jobs when COVID-19 closed care facilities.
Here is some of what we learned from speaking with employee caregivers:
55%
Of caregivers feel too burned out by caregiving to do their job well
59%
Said caregiving has had a negative impact on career progression.
63%
Report not having time to focus on their job
72%
Feel their employer could be doing more to support them as a caregiver
55%
Had to take unpaid leave during the pandemic to care for a loved one
38%
Of caregivers reported experiencing suicidal thoughts during the pandemic
64%
Struggle with not having anyone to assist them with caring for their loved one
76%
Are challenged with difficult family dynamics