Biden’s $775B plan sheds light on the U.S. caregiving crisis

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Presumptive Democratic presidential nominee Joe Biden has announced a $775 billion plan to enhance childcare and eldercare programs in the U.S., shining a light on an issue that has impacted working Americans for decades.

For many employees who are parents or caring for an elderly loved one, finding a way to provide support while maintaining focus on their work has been a challenge. Indeed, caregiver responsibilities can have a significant impact on employee mental health, and over 80% of employees say caregiving has affected their productivity at work, according to a Harvard Business Review survey.

Amanda Schiavo
Associate Editor

Amanda Schiavo is an associate editor of Employee Benefit News. Follow her on Twitter at @SchiavoAmanda.


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