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What are you grateful for this Thanksgiving? From all of us here at Mellie, we wish everyone a Happy Thanksgiving!

A recent OneAmerica Financial & Hanover Research revealed that 55% of informal caregivers learn through trial and error. At Mellie, we believe in empowering you with knowledge before you need it. Are you preparing for a potential caregiving role? Here are key areas to focus on: ?? Home Safety: Assess and modify the living space to prevent accidents. ?? Finances: Start gathering essential financial information. ?????? Legal Matters: Ensure power of attorney and important documents are in order. ???? Healthcare: Compile a list of providers, medications, and equipment. ?????? Insurance: Document all active policies and coverage. ?? Future Care: Discuss preferences for care as needs change. Planning ahead and being proactive can alleviate stress and provide better support when the time comes. You don't have to navigate this journey alone – Mellie is here to help you create a personalized plan and connect you with valuable resources. For more tips, check out our blog, "Prepping for Caregiving" by Mellie's Director of Care here: https://hubs.li/Q02YgflR0 Have you started preparing for a caregiving role? Share your questions below. Let's support each other in this important journey. ?? #CaregivingPrep #MellieCares #FamilyCaregivers #PlanningAhead

It's important for employers to reduce caregiver stigma and create access to support. We often see people who don't realize that they are already in a caregiving role - at Mellie we help employees prepare for being a caregiver - no matter where they are in the journey.

?? Philly-based Employer Benefits Brokers & Consultants: Join Mellie for our 2025 Top Benefit Briefing: Caregiver Support in King of Prussia, PA on 11/19 from 5-7pm in the Wine Loft at Savona Restaurant. RSVP required: https://lnkd.in/gzi7j3Cc

Benefit Brokers & Consultants: 2025 Caregiver Benefits Did you know that 53 million U.S. working professionals silently struggle with caregiving responsibilities? The business impact: ? 73% of working caregivers struggle to balance work and care ? 38% report extreme stress ? 13% change employers Join us in King of Prussia, PA, for an exclusive caregiving benefits briefing with Mellie & Julie Stone, former Employer Benefits Consulting Practice Leader, to discuss the employer caregiver challenges. Leave empowered to offer a comprehensive solution to address this $35 billion opportunity. ??? Tuesday, November 19th ?? 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM ET ?? King of Prussia, PA | Savona Restaurant ???? RSVP required: https://lnkd.in/gzi7j3Cc

Grateful for National Family Caregivers Month for creating a container to raise awareness about family caregiving, the challenges for employers and employees, and collaborative problem-solving to address this critical issues. Family caregivers are the backbone of our healthcare system, providing invaluable support to loved ones with chronic, disabling, or serious health conditions. Their dedication is both inspiring and crucial: ? Over 50% of older adults need assistance with daily activities ? 95% receive help from family or close friends ? Family caregiving was valued at an estimated $600 billion in 2021 Family caregivers often juggle complex medical tasks, emotional support, and their own careers. They're performing roles traditionally held by trained professionals, often with little instruction or support. As a society, we need to do a better job of recognizing the instrumental role of family caregivers play and work towards providing them with the resources and recognition they deserve. Their wellbeing is intrinsically linked to the health of those they care for and the strength of our communities and businesses. To family caregivers across the globe: Your work is seen, valued, and deeply appreciated. You're making a profound difference in the lives of your loved ones and in our healthcare system as a whole. To employers of family caregivers, learn about the business impacts and untapped opportunities a workforce of family caregivers offers in our latest blog post: https://hubs.ly/Q02WDSds0 #FamilyCaregivers #Healthcare #Compassion #CommunitySupport #MellieCares

Happy National Family Caregivers Month ?? This year’s theme is #ICare and to demonstrate how Mellie cares for family caregivers, we will share resources, insights, and tools to support the 53 million American family caregivers. What is a family caregiver? A family caregiver is a working professional providing unpaid support for a family member or loved one at any age. Because caregiving is a nuanced role that requires subject matter expertise, at Mellie we specialize in helping employees caring for older adults (aging parents) and children with special needs. Stay tuned to learn more about the employer cargiver challenge and the $35 billion opportunity! What aspects of caregiving are you most eager to learn about? Comment below ?? #ICare #NationalFamilyCaregiversMonth #MellieCares #EmployeeWellness #HRBenefits

We believe that empowering caregivers in the workplace can create a more compassionate, inclusive, and productive work environment for everyone. That's why we're thrilled to be participating in Employer Health Innovation Roundtable (EHIR) Academy this week, offered by?Innovation Roundtable, a World 50 Group Community! ?? Our participation enhances Mellie's ability to serve employers and their employees who are navigating the challenges of caregiving. To our current and future employer partners: We're excited to share our innovative caregiving benefit to support your caregiving employees. Together, we can make a transformative difference in the lives of our employees and their loved ones. #Caregiving #EmployeeWellness #WorkplaceSolutions #EHIRAcademy #InnovationRoundtable #World50 #MellieCares

We're thrilled to welcome Gina Shaner to our growing Mellie team! ?? With a strong background in benefits and healthcare, Gina brings a wealth of expertise to our mission. Her passion for our work and the spark she carries are inspiring and contagious. Please join us in extending a warm welcome! We encourage you to reach out and say hello – your support means the world as we grow our community of family caregivers. #CaregiverSupport #FamilyCaregiver #HealthTech #MellieCares

"Highly effective support for employee caregivers results in far more efficient use of time, reduced stress, and significant improvements in balancing caregiving commitments with work responsibilities" Julie Stone, former employee benefits consulting practice leader. With 70% of working caregivers struggling to balance career and caregiving responsibilities, employers are feeling the effects in the form of employee burnout, absenteeism, and churn. Learn about the Working Caregiver Crisis employers are up against and the support employees are seeking on Mellie's new YouTube (@MellieCaregiverSupport) playlist, "Empower Your Workforce." We've created this channel for employees, employers, brokers, and consultants to raise awareness about the challenges and opportunities facing our workforce. What insights or information do you want to see next? Comment below! ?? https://hubs.li/Q02VlVCw0