Balancing work and caregiving: How to discuss informal care with your employer
One in four employees juggles work and informal caregiving, yet many struggle to talk about it at work. This can lead to stress and absenteeism. Join a local event in Eersel to learn how to balance these responsibilities and share experiences with others in similar situations.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Statistic | 1 in 4 employees is an informal caregiver |
| Event Name | Work & Informal Care ~ Seeking Balance Together |
| Date | Tuesday, March 24, 2026 |
| Time | 7:15 PM – 9:00 PM |
| Location | De Muzenval, Dijk 7, Eersel |
| Speakers | Caregiver (personal story), HR Care Relief Advisor |
| Registration Contact | Jolanda Kennis (jolandakennis@cordaadwelzijn.nl, 06-51804601) |
Local municipalities and welfare organizations, like Cordaad Welzijn, play a key role in supporting residents with informal caregiving challenges. They organize events and provide resources to help caregivers balance their responsibilities with work and personal life.
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Meeting Work & Informal Care: Seeking Balance Together
Did you know that one in four employees is an informal caregiver? Yet many caregivers find it difficult to discuss this at work. Sometimes the balance between work, caregiving responsibilities, and personal life becomes so disrupted that it can even lead to absenteeism. That’s precisely why it’s important to make informal caregiving responsibilities—and what they mean for your work—discussable. But how do you do that? And why is it so important?
Want to know more about this?
Then join the meeting “Work & Informal Care ~ Seeking Balance Together.” On Tuesday evening, March 24, we’ll focus on combining work and informal care.
During the evening, a caregiver will share her personal story. An HR Care Relief Advisor will also speak, offering practical tips and advice on how to discuss informal care at work. Of course, there will also be time to exchange experiences.
Program
- 7:15 PM – Welcome with coffee/tea and treats
- 7:30 PM – A caregiver shares her story
- 7:50 PM – HR Care Relief Advisor speaks
- 8:15 PM – Sharing experiences
- 9:00 PM – Closing the evening
When: Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Time: Arrival at 7:15 PM – ending around 9:00 PM
Location: De Muzenval, Dijk 7, Eersel
Interested?
Register with Jolanda Kennis via: jolandakennis@cordaadwelzijn.nl or 06-51804601