Human Resources: Childcare/Eldercare

New Ability Online Program Helps Disabled Youth Prepare for the Workplace
Job Readiness program provides participants with access to Human Resources professionals and experienced mentors in a protected, welcoming environment

Confusion Reigns on New UK Ageism Regulations Is the Traditional CV/Resume on the Way Out?
A survey on awareness of new UK Ageism legislation by Arras People, the project management recruitment specialists, highlights a surprising lack of awareness of new regulations to prevent age discrimination at work. Survey results, plus discussion of findings

FOR SIXTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR, VERIZON WIRELESS RECOGNIZED AS ONE OF THE BEST FOR WORKING MOTHERS
Company Places on Working Mother Magazine´s 100 Best Companies List Which Honors Women- and Family-Friendly Benefits and Policies

ASTRAZENECA NAMED AMONG "100 BEST COMPANIES" FOR WORKING MOTHERS FOR FIFTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR
AstraZeneca, a global leader in the pharmaceutical industry, has been recognized for the fifth consecutive year for its commitment to work-life balance by being named one of the "100 Best Companies for Working Mothers" by Working Mother magazine.

RSM McGladrey Honored as One of Working Mother´s "100 Best Companies"
Fifth largest accounting, tax and business services firm achieves major strides in its cultural transformation with its WorkLife strategy

Scripps Health named to 100 Best Company list by Working Mother magazine
Annual initiative honors women/family-friendly benefits and policies

LifeCare ® Poll Finds Half of Adult Caregivers Motivated by Obligation
A new poll conducted by LifeCare ®, Inc., provider of comprehensive specialty care services and a longtime leader in the work/life industry, shows that 50 percent of those who provide care to an older family member or loved one do so out of a sense of obligation, while just nine percent say that there's no one else around to provide care.

How To Discuss Caregiving Issues with a Loved One
Discussions about sensitive issues such as personal health, finances and changing family roles, for example, can seem intrusive to elders.

Reorganization Positions LifeCare for Future Growth and Stronger Presence in Burgeoning Aging Market
Managing directors appointed to lead strategic efforts in three market segments

Allen Baler Joins LifeCare ® as Senior Vice President of Marketing and Business Development
LifeCare ®, Inc., provider of comprehensive specialty care services and a longtime leader in the work/life industry, today announced that Allen Baler has joined the organization as senior vice president of Marketing and Business Development.

Workplace Options announced today that it´s popular work-life webinar series can now be downloaded from WPO´s customer Internet site onto a laptop or portable listening device in a MP3 format.
This convenience will allow users to listen to the information they need anywhere at anytime, adding flexibility to their schedules.

Human Capital Foundation Reports Progress in Ethiopia
The Human Capital Foundation (HCF), an international charitable organization that provides direct assistance programs to help AIDS orphans and children living in extreme poverty in developing countries, today announced progress in its efforts to help AIDS orphans in Ethiopia.

New BenefitsCheckUp.org Feature Helps Organizations Enroll People in Medicare Extra Help
The National Council on Aging (NCOA) announced today the launch of a new feature of its powerful online BenefitsCheckUp service that enables community organizations and state agencies to help some 3 million people with limited income and resources apply for the Extra Help through Medicare´s Prescription Drug Coverage (also known as Part D).

LifeCare ® Webinar:Breastfeeding Is a Competitive Business Issue
Free webinar will help attendees design lactation programs that enhance employee satisfaction, loyalty and retention -- and reduce health care costs and absenteeism

The Warning Signs of Caregiver Burnout
Millions of U.S. citizens now care for older family members, in many cases providing the only care these elders receive.

Jury Finds Big Labor Union Liable for False and Defamatory Campaign
Unite Here Ordered to Pay $17.3 Million to Sutter Health Over Inflammatory Mass Mailing

Managed Health Network (MHN) and the U.S. Department of State today announced a pilot program to enhance access to support services for Department of State employees and their families
MHN's customized Web portal for employees and family members features articles on emotional health including coping with separation, maintaining bonds with children and long distance communication.

Workers Reveal Biggest Retirement Concerns
Asked to predict their single biggest concern once they've retired, workers cite money and health as their top contenders while relatively few say they'll worry about being alone, according to the latest online poll from LifeCare ®, Inc., provider of comprehensive specialty health services provider and a longtime pioneer in the work/life industry.

How To Find Home Care for Alzheimer's Patients
LifeCare's Fast Facts is an ongoing series of documents created for reporters who write about aging, adult caregiving and how to successfully navigate the challenges of mid-life. Reporters may reprint the information presented here in whole or in part, with attribution to LifeCare, Inc. If you would like more information about a particular topic or wish to speak to one of LifeCare's Successful AgingSM experts, please contact Michael Civiello, manager -- marketing and media relations, at 203-291-4170 or pr1[at]lifecare.com.

Returning Soldiers Face Emotional, as well as Physical, Wounds
Estimates show that at least 10% of all returning veterans will have symptoms of post-traumatic shock or stress

Alta California Regional Center Announces Phil Bonnet as New Executive Director
Alta California Regional Center (ACRC) Board of Directors today announced Phil Bonnet as Executive Director.

Korea: Government Announces New Employee Benefits for Fathers and Mothers
On April 21, 2006, the Korean government announced its plan to increase employee benefits to give more fathers the opportunity to take paternity leave; from PacificBridge.

LifeCare ® Poll: Career Overtakes Finances as Leading Cause of Stress for Most
According to a new poll conducted on LifeCare ®, Inc.'s, private web site during the month of April, "job/career" has replaced "finances" as the leading cause of stress for most people.

Daughter of Atlas Van Lines employee wins scholarship
Moving and Storage Institute awards $1,000 to Indiana University sophomore

NCOA Praises House Action on Older Americans Act and Its Emphasis on Benefits Outreach
The National Council on Aging (NCOA) commends the House of Representatives for passing the Senior Independence Act (H.R. 5293) without dissent. The legislation would reauthorize and strengthen services offered under the Older Americans Act, the chief federal law governing the organization and delivery of a number of social services for older Americans.

100 Stay-At-Home Moms & Dads to Create Profitable Online Businesses
More parents are now choosing to stay at home to raise their children. Many of these stay-at-home moms and dads still wish to contribute to their household income, yet they struggle to identify a home-based business solution that actually works.

NCOA Calls for Renewed Effort to Enroll Those with Limited Means in Part D
In testimony today before the House Ways and Means Committee concerning Medicare prescription drug implementation, the National Council on Aging (NCOA) commended the successful enrollment efforts thus far and stated that much remains to be done. NCOA called for a targeted national strategy to reach out and enroll the over 3 million beneficiaries in greatest need who are eligible for the low-income subsidy (LIS), and comprise up to 75 percent of those who still do not have drug coverage.

Problem Gambling Among Nation´s Elderly on the Rise

Corporate America vs. Work/Life Balance
The single most important asset is any business is people. Many businesses are finding it more difficult to motivate, encourage, retain, and recruit quality staff, while optimizing productivity

Kids Spending Summer on the Internet Is a Top Worry for Parents
Poll: 27 percent of parents fear kids will spend too much time surfing theInternet this summer

Workplace Options Care Coach Service Wins Caregiver Friendly Award
Caregiver Friendly Awards are presented by Today´s Caregiver magazine to celebrate outstanding books, media, products and services designed with the best interest of the family caregiver in mind.

Workplace Options Wins Prestigious Caregiver Friendly Award
Workplace Options, the largest provider of work-life employee benefits in America, announced today that its Care Coach service won a 2006 Caregiver Friendly award from Today´s Caregiver magazine.

The Destiny Group is First Military Specific Site to offer OFCCP Technology
The Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) recently issued a directive requiring any employer doing business with the Federal government to comply with new definitions of an internet applicant.

EAPs in Unique Position to Help Sandwiched Baby Boomer Generation
Employees today are more likely than ever to have multiple care-giving responsibilities in addition to their demands at work; from Bensinger DuPont & Associates.

New Workplace Options Service Helps Employees Find Backup Childcare
EAP offering enables customers to locate childcare centers via national database

Hollywood, and Destiny´s Military Job Site Lends Helping Hand to Homeless Vets
As Memorial Day fast approaches, The Destiny Group was shocked to learn that more than 250,000 veterans are actually homeless - despite serving their country and making huge sacrifices. As part of its ongoing effort to help all veterans find employment, The Destiny Group is pleased to partner with the non profit U.S.VETS to solve this dilemma. With help from established Hollywood veterans and military supporters, the U.S.VETS organization is bringing awareness to this situation and taking action to correct it.

Eldercare Issues a Growing Problem for Employers
Aging with Grace, a geriatric caremanagement company that offers free eldercare referral services operating in the 5 county Philadelphia area, offers employers, benefits consultants and labor unions assistance in providing answers to escalating health care costs. Aging with Grace offers on site educational programs that address employee eldercare issues and their impact on rising healthcare costs.

Are You Ready for the Aging Workforce?
eePulse, Michigan Ross School of Business Leadership Pulse Study revealsreadiness levels for the increasing, aging workforce and the effect of olderworkers in current business cultures

LifeCare ® College Kit Helps Ease TransitionFor Students, Gives Parents Peace of Mind
LifeCare ®, Inc., a pioneer in creating comprehensive life planning services, has announced a new addition to its line of popular educational kits: the LifeCare College Kit, which is filled with practical products and a wealth of information to help students make a smooth transition into college life.

The Human Capital Foundation Will Hold Annual Fundraising Dinner to Benefit Children in Ethiopia
The Human Capital Foundation, an international charitable organization that provides direct assistance programs to help AIDS orphans and children living in extreme poverty in developing countries, announced today that it will hold its annual fundraising dinner on May 17 from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Dartmouth College's Hopkins Center in Hanover, NH. All proceeds will support the Selamta (be at peace) Project in Ethiopia.

Workplace Options Announces Hiring of Clark Adams, Former CEO of Mulberry Child Care Centers and Co-Founder of AWLP
Workplace Options, the largest provider of work-life employee benefits in America, today announced the hiring of Clark Adams as VP of Growth Initiatives. In his new role, Mr. Adams will be responsible for investigating new business partnerships and acquisitions for Workplace Options. He will report to Alan King, President of Workplace Options, who in addition to overseeing day-to-day operations at Workplace Options, will work with Mr. Adams to integrate the new business lines that result from new partnerships and acquisitions.

CAREERJOURNAL.COM OFFERS TIPS
FOR MOMS RETURNING TO WORK

Bright Horizons Launches Back-Up Care Advantage
Expanded emergency care offering include in-home child and elder care.

Bright Horizons Launches Back-Up Care Advantage
Expanded emergency care offering include in-home child and elder care

The Real Reasons We Work Sick?
LifeCare ® Poll Has the Answers

Performance Assessment Network, Inc. Workforce Engagement Director to Share Expertise at AWLP 2006
In today´s competitive marketplace, an understanding of the 4 R´s of Workforce Engagement^TM is critical for anyone who wants to contribute to an organization´s positive business outcomes.

The Changing Face of the American Workplace: Baby Boomers Are Turning 60
Now, as the baby boomers begin to celebrate their 60th birthday, it is more important than ever that employers understand the changing health and benefits needs of this demographic, writes Ronald S. Leopold.