Transforming Caregiving Culture: Supporting Employee Caregivers with Debbie Howard

Celebrations Chatter with Jim McCann

In this episode of Celebrations Chatter, Jim McCann sits down with Debbie Howard, a caregiver advocate and author of “The Caregiving Journey;” and Rhonda Klug, Head of Experiential Marketing and caregiver advocate at Harry & David. Together they explore the often-overlooked world of caregiving. The conversation features practical advice for current and future caregivers, including the value of therapy and ways to create meaningful moments with loved ones. They also discuss how companies can better support their caregiving employees through employee resource groups (ERGs) and other initiatives. This thoughtful discussion offers valuable perspectives on navigating the challenges and opportunities of caregiving while finding moments of joy along the way.

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