How to support sandwich caregivers over the summer

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  • Key insight: Learn how targeted eldercare benefits during school breaks reduce caregiver churn and absenteeism.
  • Expert quote: Employers acknowledging caregiver isolation provides immediate value, says Dan Drennen, SVP Visiting Angels.
  • Supporting data: Approximately 16 million sandwich caregivers juggle aging parents and children, per AARP.
    Source: Bullets generated by AI with editorial review

For the millions of sandwich caregivers in the workforce, managing the needs of older loved ones can become more complicated when their kids are out of school. During this time, specific eldercare support from employers can help these caregivers balance work with family needs. 

Lee Hafner
Editor

Lee joined the EBN team in 2022, and covers areas including caregiving, employee health and wellness, healthcare innovation, and company culture. She created EBN's popular Benefits in Action and … Read full bio


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