Elder Care and the Jobs We’re Asking People to Do

The Workplace MinuteWelcome to the Workplace Minute, brought to you by H3 HR Advisors. Your quick-hit version of the HR Happy Hour Podcast, where Steve Boese shares the latest in Human Resources, HR tech, workplace trends, and more—all in just a few minutes. Tune in and stay on top of what’s shaping the workplace today!Elder care is one of the fastest-growing job sectors in the U.S. economy — yet the workers who provide this essential care are often underpaid, overworked, and stretched thin. In this episode of Workplace Minute, we take a closer look at the rising demand for elder care, why these roles are so difficult to sustain, and what policymakers, care providers, and employers can do to strengthen this critical workforce. We also explore how organizations can better support employees who are balancing full-time jobs with elder care responsibilities at home.To listen to the Workplace Minute powered by H3 HR Advisors on Amazon Alexa – add the Workplace Minute by H3 HR Advisors skill to your Amazon Echo device’s Flash Briefing or Daily News Update.NEW: Download the H3 HR Advisors 2026 Workplace Trends Report hereThe HR Happy Hour Network is sponsored by Workhuman – The future of HR has arrived. Will you – and your company – be a part of it? Learn about Human Intelligence at Workhuman.com and join their force for good.