Employment and caring

Managing More than Most : A statistical analysis of families with sick or disabled children
01 November 2006 Parents of sick or disabled children face significant challenges in entering or remaing in paid work which are often little understood by employers, service providers and policy makers. This report explores statistics about caring for a sick or disabled child and its impact on parental employment

Caring for Sick or Disabled Children : Parents’ experiences of combining work and care
01 November 2006 This study has tracked parent carers of sick or disabled children over a four-year period, and gives voice to their experiences, attitudes and aspirations in relation to combining paid employment and upaid caring.

Who Cares Wins: The Social and Business Benefits of Supporting Working Carers
01 February 2006 Research shows that the adoption of flexible working practices can save businesses’ time and money – with some companies reporting savings of over £1 million. (full report, executive summary and statistical report)

More than a Job. Working Carers: Evidence from the 2001 Census
01 January 2006 In the future most people's lives will include at least one episode of unpaid caring. Find out the facts behind the people who balance their job with caring for a relative or friend.

We Care. Do you?
01 January 2005 This research reveals the impact an ageing population will have on those who juggle work and care.

Redressing the Balance: inclusion, competitiveness and choice
01 October 2002 This report looks at the current body of evidence on carers and work, examines the barriers to employment for carers and suggests ways in which bridges could be built to help carers back towards paid work.