Healthcare professionals have been stressed out and stretched thin these past three years, thanks to the lasting impact of COVID-19.
On top of that, many are juggling caring for patients with caring for a loved one who is aging or has special needs.
U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy has said healthcare worker burnout is “a serious threat to the nation’s health and economic security.”
That’s why we’re excited to announce Homethrive’s new partnership with Bassett Healthcare Network, upstate New York’s premiere health system.
It allows Bassett’s employees to take care of their patients, their loved ones, AND themselves so they don’t have to compromise and can avoid burnout.
According to an AARP study, approximately one in five Americans is providing unpaid care to an adult with health or functional needs. Caring for a loved one who is aging or has special needs impacts employees of all ages and levels.
Bassett employees will now have 24/7 access to family caregiving expertise, resources, and coordination, helping their loved ones to get the care that they need. Services range from round-the-clock resources, to live chat with experts, to one-on-one support provided by a personal Care Guide for in-depth help and emotional support.
“Many members of our staff are caring for their patients while also worrying about family members at home,” said Christine Pirri, Senior Vice President, Chief People & Diversity Officer at Bassett Healthcare Network. “We have listened carefully and learned that family caregiving support is one of the most valuable benefits we could provide for our most valuable asset: our caregivers. By partnering with Homethrive, we are able to alleviate stress for our employees and help their loved ones.”
Homethrive services available at no cost to Bassett caregivers include:
- 24/7 on-demand resources, including articles, podcasts, and videos on topics like Medicare open enrollment, the signs of early dementia, and tips on interviewing in-home care providers.
- Live chat options with experts on aging and caregiving to get real answers from real people, and requests for personalized product or service recommendations.
- 1:1 support with an expert Care Guide when more help or emotional support is needed, no matter how big or small the situation.
“The toll on healthcare workers caring for family members who are aging or have special needs is extremely concerning,” said Homethrive co-founder and co-CEO, Dave Jacobs. “We’re proud to provide the support these heroes need.”
“Bassett caregivers are committed to providing world-class healthcare. They and their families are an integral part of the communities we serve,” said Dr. Tommy Ibrahim, President & CEO of Bassett Healthcare Network. “As we enhance our benefits to support each and every caregiver, we enhance the wellbeing of people throughout our region. We are excited to offer Homethrive to support our employees and their loved ones at home.”
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