About Caregiving in the Workplace

Caregiving in the Workplace is a multiyear initiative examining how family caregiving affects workers, employers, and the employee benefits system. Developed by the Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI) and Greenwald Research, the initiative runs through 2027 and combines survey research, employer resources, and national events to help organizations better respond to caregiving-related pressures across the workforce.

Through research, innovation, and cross-sector collaboration, the initiative brings together leading organizations to reimagine how caregiving is supported at work. By combining data and real-world expertise, it aims to drive more responsive, inclusive, and sustainable solutions for employees and their families.

Research Collaboration

Research collaborators help connect evidence with real-world practice, informing innovation in workplace caregiving benefits.

Building on EBRI and Greenwald Research’s longstanding collaboration, the initiative also draws on three flagship surveys—the Retirement Confidence Survey, the Workplace Wellness Survey, and the Consumer Engagement in Health Care Survey—to generate a more comprehensive and nuanced understanding of how caregiving affects workers’ lives and the role benefits can play in supporting them.

The Employee Benefit Research Institute (EBRI) is a nonpartisan, tax-exempt organization created in 1978 for the purpose of contributing to sound employee benefit programs and public policy through independent, objective, fact-based research and education.

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Greenwald Research is a consultative partner to health and wealth leaders that leverages industry expertise, access to experts, and a custom, collaborative approach to produce trusted insights and meaningful connections that drive understanding and inform strategic action.

Sponsorship

This work is strengthened through partnership with organizations that bring expertise in employer-sponsored care solutions, care navigation, and family support services.

Together, these collaborators help connect research with practical implementation and innovation in workplace caregiving benefits.

Additional sponsorships are welcome to help amplify the program’s impact, expand the reach of its research and convenings, and support the development of actionable insights for employers.

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Bright Horizons is a leading provider of employer-sponsored services that support working families, including child care, elder care, and education solutions. By partnering with employers, the organization helps employees better balance work and family responsibilities while enhancing workforce well-being and productivity.

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CareScout is dedicated to improving how individuals and families navigate long-term care by offering trusted services, quality provider networks, and personalized support. With a focus on person-centered care, CareScout helps simplify complex care decisions and enhance access to high-quality aging services through an integrated, technology-enabled approach.

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Wellthy is a leading caregiving support platform that helps families and employees navigate complex care needs through a combination of personalized care coordination and innovative technology. By connecting individuals with dedicated care experts, Wellthy simplifies caregiving across life stages—from childcare and eldercare to chronic and complex conditions—making care more accessible, manageable, and effective.

Program Goals

Research

Generate rigorous, data-driven insights on how caregiving affects workers, employers, and the employee benefits system. Through flagship surveys and targeted analyses, the initiative will deepen understanding of caregiving’s impact on financial security, health, and workforce participation.

Education

Equip employers and stakeholders with practical tools, resources, and evidence-based guidance to better support working caregivers. This includes employer-facing materials, issue briefs, and insights shared through webinars and in-person convenings designed to translate research into action.

Awareness

Elevate national understanding of caregiving as a critical workforce issue. Through a dedicated microsite, national events, and strategic amplification efforts, the initiative will highlight key findings, share best practices, and foster cross-sector dialogue.