Our youth are struggling. Mental health difficulties for youth in New Hampshire has been on the rise for many years. While much of the (needed) discussion has been around how communities can come together to support our youth, it is important to remember that many of these youth have adult caregivers who are struggling as well. Supporting a child with mental health difficulties can be a full-time job. Unfortunately, most parents and other caregivers are balancing an actual fulltime job along with their role as caregiver. This balancing act can lead to burnout, mental health problems of their own and many other negative consequences. From the employer’s perspective, struggling employees are less productive, less engaged and more likely to leave a job that isn’t fitting their current needs. For these reasons, employers are in a unique position to support parents and caregivers who have children struggling with their mental health. This workshop will give employers practical strategies for supporting parents in the workplace, which will lead to a more productive and engaged employees.
