How To Support Caregivers’ Mental Well-Being In The Workplace

By: Shari Bailey, Laila’s Gift | November 21, 2024 | Baltimore Business Journal

After 20 years working in the health care manufacturing industry, I recently left my role as a product development and quality assurance professional

While our society often celebrates the selflessness of caregivers, it is crucial to focus on an aspect that is frequently overlooked: the mental well-being of caregivers, especially in the workplace. Caring for someone with special needs or a chronic illness is a journey filled with unique challenges that can be hard to understand unless you are living it day in and day out. The emotional toll of caregiving can be immense, leading to feelings of isolation and exhaustion.