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Keeping Up with the Times Supporting Family Caregivers with Workplace Leave Policies

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Millions of Americans face financial difficulties or risk losing their jobs if they must take time off to care for family members . As our population ages, the need for more supportive workplace leave policies becomes even more important. This report highlights three public policy solutions to increase protections for working caregivers: unpaid family and medical leave, paid family and medical leave insurance, and earned sick time. It presents an overview of each policy area, explains why workplace leave policies matter, and highlights states and localities that have adopted these protections. The report also offers policy recommendations to strengthen family and medical leave policies in the workplace. Cancel You are leaving AARP.org and going to the website of our trusted provider. The provider’s terms, conditions and policies apply. Please return to AARP.org to learn more about other benefits. Your email address is now confirmed. You'll start receiving the latest news, benefits, events, and programs related to AARP's mission to empower people to choose how they live as they age. You can also by updating your account at anytime. You will be asked to register or log in. Cancel Offer Details Disclosures

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