Healthy Outcomes: How employers' support for employees with caregiving responsibilities can benefit the organization

Joseph B. Fuller

Summary

Caregiving is a growing workforce reality, affecting the majority of employees and shaping how organizations attract, retain, and support talent. As caregiving demands increase, employees face significant challenges balancing work and family responsibilities—often leading to reduced productivity, absenteeism, and turnover.

Research shows that employers who invest in caregiving support see meaningful benefits, including improved retention, stronger engagement, and measurable returns on investment. Yet many organizations have not fully integrated caregiving into their workforce strategies.

Supporting caregivers is no longer optional—it is a strategic imperative for building a resilient, inclusive, and high-performing workforce.