Help for Real People: Your Workplace Family Care Benefit [Podcast]

You’re doing your best—juggling work, family, and caregiving. But some days? The pressure can be overwhelming.

That’s why your employer offers a family care benefit.

One employee told us: “I feel like I can breathe again. At first, I was so overwhelmed. With this program, I feel like not everything falls on me. I have help.” Even if you don’t call yourself a caregiver, you’re in a care role as you provide for the needs of a parent, in-law, or child.

This takes a toll and the impact is real: 79% of caregivers report higher stress. They’re 64% more likely to face depression, and 60% more likely to struggle with anxiety than non-caregivers. You’re not alone. Others in your shoes have already gotten support—paid for by your employer. Take Holly. Her 60-year-old father had early-onset dementia and was defensive and demanding. Her Ways & Wane Concierge coached her on what to expect, how to respond, and found her an in-network therapist. Ways & Wane discovered two caregiver support groups which she joined with her sister. Later, she wrote: “You make this whole scary process a lot less scary—thank you.”

Parents feel the pressure too. Melissa reached out while on maternity leave, overwhelmed by childcare decisions. Our Concierge found two highly rated, affordable daycares nearby with infant openings. She picked one—and said the peace of mind helped her return to work with confidence.

And Mason? His mom was depressed and isolated at home with a chronic health issue. We connected her with a specialized therapist— soon, Mason reported that she was having “more good days than bad days” Caregiving doesn’t have to break you and you don’t have to do it alone.

We’d be honored to support you.