November 16, 2011Holiday Season Brings Almost 20 Percent Spike in Elder Care-Related Calls to ComPsych
CHICAGO – Nov. 16, 2011 – Spurred by holiday visits, calls and inquiries related to elder care are expected to increase by 18 percent during November and December, according to a new report on work-life trends by ComPsych. ComPsych Corporation is the world’s largest provider of employee assistance programs and is the pioneer and leading provider of fully integrated EAP, behavioral health, wellness, work-life, HR and FMLA administration services under the GuidanceResources brand.
“People can be surprised and upset by how their parent’s or elder relative’s situation has deteriorated since they saw them last. This can include worsening health, mobility and cognitive problems,” said Dr. Richard A. Chaifetz, Chairman and CEO of ComPsych. “November is an ideal time for employers to promote work-life programs, reminding employees of available elder care resources before they travel for the holidays to see family.
“Employers also should consider choosing an elder care services provider that integrates work-life with employee assistance programs. This allows employees to be referred for other resources such as counseling and financial/legal guidance related to the multifaceted nature of elder care issues,” he added.
Key Findings of the Report:
- During the months of November and December – when loved ones are visited during the holidays – elder care requests typically increase by 18 percent.
- Elder care as a percentage of all work-life calls increased by 7 percent in the past year.
- In-depth consultations (requiring comprehensive help, including emotional support, for complex cases) increased by 66 percent, as ComPsych received calls related to more critical elder care issues.
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ComPsych® Corporation is the world’s largest provider of employee assistance programs (EAP) and is the pioneer and worldwide leader of fully integrated EAP, behavioral health, wellness, work-life, HR and FMLA administration services under the GuidanceResources® brand. ComPsych provides services to more than 13,000 organizations covering more than 35 million individuals throughout the U.S. and over 100 countries. By creating “Build-to-Suit” programs, ComPsych helps employers attract and retain employees, increase employee productivity and improve overall health and well-being. Follow us on Twitter: http://twitter.com/ComPsych.
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