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Eldercaring employees: an agenda for employers
1Graduate School of Social Work, University of Connecticut.
Benefits Quarterly
|December 9, 1992
Summary
As the U.S. population ages and more women join the workforce, eldercare is increasingly common. This review examines long-term caregiving for employed individuals and offers employer recommendations.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Sociology
- Workplace Studies
Background:
- The aging U.S. population presents unique challenges.
- Increased female labor force participation intersects with eldercare needs.
- Workplace environments are increasingly accommodating employed caregivers.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the nature of long-term caregiving arrangements for employed caregivers.
- To examine the onset, trajectory, and provision of long-term care.
- To provide actionable recommendations for employers regarding eldercare.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of long-term caregiving arrangements.
- Analysis of caregiving onset, trajectory, and fulfillment.
- Synthesis of employer-focused eldercare strategies.
Main Results:
- Elder care is a growing workplace concern due to societal shifts.
- Understanding the caregiving journey is crucial for support.
- Current long-term care arrangements vary significantly.
Conclusions:
- Employers must proactively address the impact of eldercare.
- Strategic planning can support employees with caregiving responsibilities.
- Workplace policies should integrate eldercare considerations.