Some suggested steps It is important for employers and employees to work together to find solutions. Employee Employer Find out what your work place policies are for staff members who are carers. Find out how many staff are caring for an older person. Consult your Human Resources Manager if appropriate. Ask that care issues be placed on staff meetings agendas and newsletters.
Ensure staff have easy access to a telephone and a reliable message system.
Discuss the problems of caring with your colleagues and management. Consider the benefits of offering your employees more flexible working time. Find out what other support services are available in your community. Develop an EEO policy and plan. Develop an EEO policy and plan.