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Caregiving

Services that support  caregivers

Help employees care for their loved ones — and themselves

How caregiving impacts productivity

According to employers, caregiving responsibilities are the number-one reason behind employee mental health issues.1

56%

of adult U.S. workers are caregivers (90+ million people)1

25%

of caregivers who are employed full time report caregiving has had a negative impact on their job2

33%

average productivity loss due to caregiving responsibilities1

$250B

negative impact on the U.S. economy due to absenteeism and job loss3

Hurdles to addressing care-related challenges

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    Low utilization
    HR teams often face obstacles driving employee awareness of care benefits.3
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    Support gaps
    The current benefits market lacks comprehensive support for caregivers.4
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    Unclear outcomes
    A lack of clarity can make it difficult to gauge if employee needs are met.5
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A connected care experience

Unum Care Hub delivers a next-generation caregiving solution

By integrating with Unum leave and disability benefit experiences, Care Hub provides direct support to address major drivers of leave and absence, along with clear insights into utilization and impact.

Caregiving support at your fingertips

Help today’s caregivers manage the load with a modern experience that connects them to convenient access to care across major areas of need, including deep expertise in adult and eldercare, pediatric and child care, disability and neurodivergence, medical care, education and more.
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Digital Resources

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    Robust content library that educates employees on caring for themselves and their loved ones
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    Digital tools enabling effective planning and management of caregiving responsibilities, including document management, medication tracking and provider lists
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    Integrated access to vetted care providers across a range of specialties
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    Ability to request help and coordinate family, friends and local support networks

Live, expert support

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    Licensed Care Coaches that manage responsibilities and coordinate care
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    Dedicated guidance that meets employees where they are in their caregiving journey
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    Live 1:1 coaching and on-demand programs that educate employees on how to care for their loved ones based on their specialized needs
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Ready to support your employees?

Unum Care Hub helps caregivers be their best with proven support for themselves and their loved ones and addresses other key drivers of leave and absence while building healthier and happier workplaces.

1 Value in Health Journal, Caregiving Related Work Productivity Loss Among Employed Family and Other Unpaid Caregivers, 2022.
2 BCG, Solving the $290 Billion Care Crisis, 2022.
3 SHRM, Caregiving Benefits Can Support Workers, 2022.
4 BCBSA, The Economic Impact of Caregiving, 2021.
5 RCI, Invisible Overtime: What Employers Need to Know About Caregivers, 2022.