Dave Jacobs from HomeThrive | Supporting Working Caregivers to Strengthen Workforce Well Being
How can employers better support the millions of employees balancing work with caregiving responsibilities—and why does it matter for business outcomes?
Christine welcomes Dave Jacobs, Co-Founder and Co-CEO of HomeThrive, to explore the growing impact of caregiving on today’s workforce. Drawing from both personal experience and years in healthcare leadership, Dave breaks down why caregiving is no longer a fringe issue, but a core workplace challenge affecting productivity, engagement and employee well-being. From navigating complex healthcare systems to managing the emotional and logistical burden of supporting loved ones, this episode unpacks what caregivers truly need from their employers.
With more employees quietly juggling work alongside unpaid caregiving responsibilities, organizations that provide meaningful support can strengthen retention, resilience and performance across their workforce.
“Caregiving isn’t something employees leave at home when they come to work.”
This conversation covers:
- Why caregiving has become a major workforce and business challenge
- The hidden stress and productivity impacts caregivers experience at work
- How navigation and support services help families manage complex care needs
- Why employer-supported caregiving benefits can improve retention, engagement and overall well-being