Employers Supporting Working Carers and Volunteers
Carers Count in Kirklees are supporting business leaders, HR managers and employers interested in the support and wellbeing of their staff who are juggling work and caring for a family member or friend. Do you know and understand how many employees in your business are also caring for a family member? It’s evident that many carers feel they are working two full-time jobs and facing the challenges of juggling the health and social care system.
Many carers are not aware they are carers and see themselves as family doing what’s right and supporting loved ones. As a result, many carers are not aware of local, national and digital resources available to provide support. Carers are uncertain about sharing their situation with colleagues and managers due to fear of reprisal and stigma.
Many businesses could see an increased absenteeism and if an employer decides to leave due to the caring role an increase in recruitment and training costs. Nationally we see the number of employees juggling care increasing as we have an ageing population. It makes good business sense to review how you can support your carers and make a big difference.
Carers Count has a great deal of knowledge and resources to support your business.
Find out more
Find out more by visiting their website, or contact Ann Marie Brabiner at Carers Count, 0300 012 0231 or email annmarie.brabiner@carerscount.org.uk.