The Sagewell Wellness Library 2108 - Care and Career

More than half of today's workforce is quietly managing a second shift: caring for an aging parent while holding down a paying job. This hidden role can strain careers, drain energy, and fray family bonds. But it does not have to break you. Care and Career offers a clear, compassionate roadmap for navigating the demands of eldercare without sacrificing your professional life or your own well-being. Inside you will find practical strategies for negotiating flexible schedules, communicating with supervisors, accessing workplace benefits, coordinating medical appointments, and managing the financial and emotional toll of caregiving. Grounded in evidence-based advice from leading health and work-life organizations, this book helps you set boundaries, build support networks, and plan for the long haul. Whether you are just starting to worry about your parents or are already deep in daily care, this guide will help you stay sane, effective, and employed. Part of The Sagewell Wellness Library. About the author Sebastian Pike Amara writes for The Sagewell Wellness Library.