The percentage of full-time working Americans who also manage caregiving responsibilities has risen sharply in recent years, posing difficulties for employees that require support from employers, according to a Nov. 19 report from The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America.

Nearly half (43%) of full-time workers juggle caregiving duties for a loved one, representing a 13% increase from 2019, according to the report.

“With nearly half of full-time workers also taking on caregiving roles, today’s workforce continues to undergo a profound transformation that will only accelerate in the years ahead,” Stacey Hoin, CHRO at Guardian, said in a statement. “Given the impact of caregiving on an employee’s mental, physical and financial wellness, it’s essential tha

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