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Indiana Employer Lactation Program Guide

With caregiver and family support from the workplace becoming a high priority for many Hoosiers, it’s increasingly essential for companies to create and sustain related initiatives to support employee well-being and attract and retain a strong workforce. One such option is offering a lactation program. The Wellness Council of Indiana (WCI), a subsidiary of the Indiana Chamber of Commerce, recently developed the Indiana Employer Lactation Program Guide in partnership with the Indiana Department of Health. According to a study by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, businesses that provide lactation support experience a 94% retention rate among [...]

Supporting New & Expecting Parents: Workplace Strategies for Mental Health

Register Here Become A Member Supporting New & Expecting Parents: Workplace Strategies for Mental Health The transition to parenthood can impact employee mental health, productivity, and retention. Join the Wellness Council of Indiana for a discussion on how employers can recognize and support employees experiencing pregnancy-related and postpartum mental health challenges. Led by expert Birdie Gunyon Meyer, RN, MA, PMH-C, this session equips HR professionals and business leaders with strategies to foster a supportive workplace, reduce stigma, and connect employees to vital resources. What You’ll Gain: • Understanding the Impact – Learn how pregnancy-related and [...]

Time and Workplace Flexibility

One Kind Word; Flexibility in the Time of COVID-19: Families and Work Institute’s research takes on emerging issues before they crest and includes some of the most comprehensive research on the U.S. workforce available.

The Economics of Family-Friendly Workplace Policies

The business case for flexible workplace policies and practices. Recent changes in American family life have altered the composition of our workforce, daily routines, and how many of today’s workers navigate dual roles as breadwinners and caregivers

Promoting Family-Friendly Workplace Policies

Alleviating the Stress on Working Families: In contemporary families, paid work intersects with family needs in a conflictual manner. At some point in their lives, most individuals become caretakers of family members.

Paid Leave Policy Examples from 100+ U.S. Companies

Leading On Leave: Companies with New or Expanded Paid Leave Policies. Almost 200 brand-name companies across a range of industries have announced new or expanded paid leave policies over the last five years

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