From a study in the United Kingdom: one of the key elements that facilitated the ability to work and care was work related flexibility. This took a number of different forms: part-time work, flextime, shift working or term-time working. However, this formal flexibility was not necessarily sufficient. It often needed to be reinforced by ‘informal’ flexibility, namely the willingness of line-managers or co-workers to accommodate shift changes or early or late arrivals according to th
To address the growing needs of employees who also have family caregiving responsibilities (providing care for a family member or friend with an illness or disability), the UW—Madison Division of Extension offers an Employed Caregiver Survey. This anonymous, no-cost, web-based survey helps employers and their employees understand the scope and needs of employed caregivers as they strive to create healthy and supportive workplaces. If you are an employer, human resource professional, and/or Ext