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MANAGING CARERS IN THE WORKPLACE
One employee in seven has unpaid caring responsibilities for an older, disabled or sick relative, partner or friend. And, given that the population is living and working longer, the number of people who combine caring responsibilities with work is likely to increase.
A new XpertHR good practice guide on managing carers in the workplace looks at the support that employers can offer employees who have caring responsibilities. Supporting such employees is in the best interests of the business, and our article offers practical advice and guidance on the different guises this support can take.
Top tips, from Working Families in conjunction with Help the Hospices, include "make it okay to talk about carer issues" and "small things make a difference" - such as making sure there is a car parking space available or access to a phone. These can help employees juggle their caring responsibilities with their day job, thus keeping them more productive while they are at work.
Another issue facing carers is that many are reluctant to identify themselves as such. Our accompanying case study, of Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, examines the trust's efforts in this area.
 Noelle Murphy
Employment relations,
XpertHR
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