Compatibility Care and Work
Work-life balance means more than just childcare. More and more people are also having to care for relatives. The number of people in need of care has been rising for years, and with it the number of employees who have to balance work with care responsibilities.
For many, this creates a significant double burden – particularly when the need for care arises suddenly. It is not uncommon for those affected to reduce their working hours or leave the workforce altogether.
Companies also have a role to play here: by offering appropriate support, they can ease the burden on their staff during this phase of life and, at the same time, retain skilled workers within the company in the long term.
Support and information for employers
Help is available, for example, from the Bavarian Family Pact, which provides an up-to-date guide including a checklist. Further information can also be found at the Federal Ministry for Family Affairs, Senior Citizens, Women and Youth, from health insurance funds and from charitable organisations.