Caring Works - Discussion Board
The Office of Industrial Relations held its Caring Works Forum on 23rd October during Carers Week. At the forum a DVD and a focus group report were launched providing insight into the lives of those who balance caring and working responsibilities.
In addition, a new webpage was made available providing further resources for employers and workers.
A discussion panel of five addressed […]
A participant at the Caring Works Forum suggested that carers often go out of their way to reciprocate flexibility when their employer gives consideration to their situation. Is this your experience?
What are your thoughts on the right to request and the duty to consider legislation that was recently introduced in the UK?
Many carers are not comfortable in revealing their caring responsibilities to their employer for many reasons. Should carers be encouraged to come forward in the workplace? If so, how should they be encouraged to do this?
A participant at the Caring Works Forum suggested that training should be developed to ensure that all workers are more aware of the issues involved in managing caring and work. What other initiatives could help?
Clear business benefits may help to demonstrate to employers the value of employing mature aged workers, including those with caring responsibilities. What are the business benefits of employing and retaining mature aged workers and how can they be demonstrated? Here are some case studies - share your own stories below.
A carer at the forum claimed that many assumptions are made about those with caring responsibilities. The carer also stated that many people with caring responsibilities do not always receive support or assistance because they don’t fit the traditional view of a caring role. Do you have any experiences where assumptions have been made about you?
How should employers and workers begin discussions about flexible working arrangements? Who is responsible for beginning the discussion?
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