Whats the ROI of supporting caregivers at work?

Most organizations don’t think they have a caregiving budget. But they do—it’s just hidden. In turnover, absenteeism, disengagement, and lost leadership potential. In this episode, Dr. Anna Thomas breaks down the true cost of not supporting caregivers—and how leaders can shift from absorbing hidden losses to building a measurable, strategic advantage. You’ll learn: Where caregiving costs are already showing up in your organization Why unsupported employees quietly impact performance and retention How caregiver support improves engagement, stability, and culture Simple ways to begin measuring ROI in your own workplace Why supporting caregivers is not a perk—but a performance strategy Because the question isn’t whether you’re paying for caregiving. It’s whether you’re getting anything back. Explore More from Workplaces That Care Read More: https://workplacesthatcare.com/blog Workplaces That Care Book: https://amzn.to/49w0cl1 The Future of Work is CARE (free training): https://workplacesthatcare.com/webina... *Bio: Dr. Anna Thomas is a board-certified physician, TEDx speaker, workplace wellbeing strategist, and leadership coach who helps organizations strengthen culture, resilience, and performance in a changing world. As founder of LifeCare LeadHership and Workplaces That Care, she blends clinical insight with leadership development to teach practical tools for building supportive, care-ready workplaces. Her keynotes and trainings address workforce wellbeing, retention, burnout prevention, caregiving in the workplace, women’s leadership, and navigating life and work transitions. As the creator of the CARE Framework, she equips leaders to support the whole person so teams stay engaged, healthy, and committed. Audiences appreciate her grounded delivery, relatable stories, and clear, actionable strategies. Learn more or book Dr. Thomas at www.WorkplaceWellbeingSpeaker.com The views and opinions expressed in this post are solely those of Dr. Thomas and do not reflect the views of any past or present employer. This content is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or legal advice.