Article on Workplace Eldercare Policy

The Harvard Business Review highlights the need for formal workplace eldercare policies. Nearly 23 million U.S. workers are now providing care for aging family members. The article outlines impacts on productivity, absenteeism, and retention when eldercare is unsupported. Key recommendations include flexible scheduling, paid leave, and manager training. Employers are encouraged to treat eldercare as a business issue, not a personal one. The article includes practical guidance to leaders who want their organizations to meet the challenges and opportunities of this demographic shift.