Episode 6 Mom's at Work: The 'Panini' generation - The hidden workforce struggle employers can't ignore
Briefly

The sandwich generation, primarily composed of working parents caring for children and aging parents, faces unprecedented pressures, particularly with childcare and eldercare costs rising. Naaz Nichols shares her personal struggles with caregiving while managing her job and family responsibilities. The role of companies like Hilton is highlighted, showcasing how partnerships with services like Wellthy can ease the burden of caregiving by offering resources and time savings for their employees. Additionally, Sarah Robb O'Hagan emphasizes the need for workplace flexibility to support this demographic, especially as burnout among working parents escalates.
For the sandwich generation, balancing the care of children and aging parents creates substantial stress, often impacting one's mental health and work-life balance.
Hilton's partnership with Wellthy alleviates the caregiving burden on employees by providing essential resources and support, enabling them to better manage their responsibilities.
Read at Digiday
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