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Young Caregivers Are Stretching Retirement, Study Finds
personal-finance2 hours ago

Young Caregivers Are Stretching Retirement, Study Finds

Care.com's 2026 Sandwich Generation Report shows caregiving is moving younger, with dual duties starting at an average age of 34 and often occurring abruptly. This squeeze raises annual costs over $25,000 when unpaid hours are counted, hurts careers (7 in 10 caregivers report some work impact), and jeopardizes retirement (about 6 in 10 expect retirement to be affected, and ~20% may never fully retire). The trend coincides with aging parents and kids needing support at once, amplifying financial stress just as Americans enter peak earning years. Experts urge stabilizing personal finances first (including capturing employer 401(k) matches), early long-term care planning, exploring LTC options or hybrid life policies, and pushing for more flexible workplaces. Resources like LTC planning tools, government programs, and caregiver support networks are recommended to start before a crisis hits.

via USA Today|
#caregiving#long-term-care#personal-finance
Brooke Burke spotlights menopause’s toll on work and a call for workplace support
health1 month ago

Brooke Burke spotlights menopause’s toll on work and a call for workplace support

TV host Brooke Burke discusses menopause, urging openness as millions of women face symptoms that can derail careers; a new survey finds nearly 1 in 5 women have quit or retired early due to menopause and symptoms can impact performance, fueling calls for workplace policies like Menopause Time Off and better access to hormone testing and treatment, including HRT. Burke advocates personalized care, strength training, sleep, gentle movement, and listening to the body as key strategies.

via USA Today|
#health#hormone-replacement-therapy#menopause
"WWII Rosie the Riveters Honored with Congressional Gold Medal"
world-war-ii-history2 years ago

"WWII Rosie the Riveters Honored with Congressional Gold Medal"

Women who served as the inspiration for "Rosie the Riveter" during World War II were honored at the U.S. Capitol with the Congressional Gold Medal, recognizing their significant contributions to the war effort as they filled jobs in factories and shipyards while men were at war. Mae Krier, a former riveter, expressed pride in their patriotic service and the impact they had in helping to save the country and the world.

via PBS NewsHour|
#congressional-gold-medal#rosie-the-riveter#us-capitol
"WWII Rosie the Riveters Receive Congressional Gold Medal in Washington D.C."
politics2 years ago

"WWII Rosie the Riveters Receive Congressional Gold Medal in Washington D.C."

Rosie the Riveters, the women who joined the U.S. defense work force during World War II, were honored at the Capitol with the Congressional Gold Medal, recognizing their crucial role in easing a labor shortage and reshaping the work force. Marian Sousa, now 98, was among the Rosies who received the medal, expressing surprise at the recognition, as they had simply been doing their job for the country and earning money on the side.

via The New York Times|
#capitol-ceremony#congressional-gold-medal#politics
Claudia Goldin Receives Nobel Prize for Research on Women in the Labor Market
economics2 years ago

Claudia Goldin Receives Nobel Prize for Research on Women in the Labor Market

Claudia Goldin, a Harvard professor, has been awarded the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences for her research on women's progress in the workforce. She is the third woman to win the economics Nobel and the first to be honored with it solo. Goldin's research has highlighted the reasons behind differences in labor force participation and earnings for women, showing that employment among married women decreased in the 1800s but increased in the 1990s with the expansion of the service sector. She has also demonstrated that the gender wage gap persists, particularly after the birth of a woman's first child.

via The New York Times|
#claudia-goldin#economics#gender-wage-gap
Unveiling the Truth: Women's Ambition and Progress in the Workplace
gender-equality2 years ago

Unveiling the Truth: Women's Ambition and Progress in the Workplace

A new study by McKinsey & Co. and Lean In reveals that the barriers for women in the workforce begin at the entry-level, with women being less likely to receive promotions compared to their male counterparts. This "broken rung" phenomenon is even more pronounced for women of color. The study also highlights that bias and gender stereotypes play a role in hindering women's career advancement. Additionally, microaggressions, such as interruptions and comments about emotional state, have a lasting impact on women at work. The report emphasizes the need for addressing bias and creating a more inclusive workplace culture to unlock opportunities for women.

via CBS News|
#career-advancement#gender-bias#gender-equality