Business Breakfast Roundtable | The Business Case for Dependent Care

180 E Water Street,Kalamazoo MI 49007

25 April, 2023

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When you think of dependent care benefits, you likely think of childcare. But did you know that according to Gallup-Healthways, “more than 1 in 6 working Americans report assisting with the care of an elderly or disabled family member, relative, or friend in addition to their employment. Of this group, nearly half report feeling they have no choice about taking on these responsibilities. That is why many struggle in silence, choosing not to share their situation with employers out of fear of the impact on their career or a desire for privacy.” While FMLA offers some job protection for “seriously ill family members”, that protection is unpaid and is restricted to spouse, child, or parent. Caregiving in all forms contributes to lower work productivity and increases the chances of turnover in an already tough labor market. Sponsored by Jacque Jennings-Carter - ADVANCING LIVES, LLC, the Southwest Michigan First Chamber will be hosting the next in our 2023 Business Breakfast Roundtable series where we’ll share insights and actions employers can take to address these and other related challenges. In partnership with the Kalamazoo Human Resource Management Association (KHRMA), you are invited to join us on Tuesday, April 25 for the next Business Breakfast Roundtable at The Catalyst Center in downtown Kalamazoo. Attendees will learn about: The rise in demand related to all forms of dependent care, including elder, disabled, and child care, and the unseen impact it is having on your teamsTraditional and creative options for employee benefits related to dependent careHow to engage strategic community partners to attract and retain talent related to dependent careHow to determine what your team’s actual needs are even when they aren’t actively sharing that information with youHow some local businesses are responding and the positive impacts on their culture and the bottom lineIn addition to hearing from a slate of experts in dependent care, you’ll have the opportunity to go even deeper during the Roundtable portion where you can share and hear from other leaders right at your table. Space will be limited so reserve your team’s seats now. Discounted tickets are available for Chamber and Buy Local members. Full breakfast will be served beginning at 7:30 a.m. with the program beginning at 8 a.m. Continuing education credits will also be available. We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday, April 25! Special thanks to Advancing Lives, LLC | Jacque Jennings-Carter , Envision, and KHRMA for partnering with us to host this event.