United for Working Families Event
Thank you to everyone who came to our United for Working Families event! See the recap of the event here and learn more about how to enact change for the families in our community.
What Makes a Workplace Family-Friendly?
Policies can fall into five categories
Wellness
Wellness benefits in the workplace refer to a range of programs, initiatives, and policies that are designed to promote and support the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of employees. These benefits are typically provided by employers as a part of their broader employee benefits package and are aimed at creating a healthier and more productive workforce.
Flexibility
Flexibility benefits in the workplace refer to a range of programs, policies, and practices that allow employees to have greater control and choice over their work arrangements, schedules, and responsibilities. Flexibility benefits contribute to a healthier work-life balance and can improve job satisfaction, employee engagement, and overall well-being.
Economic Stability
Economic stability in the workplace refers to a range of programs, policies, and initiatives that employers implement to help promote financial well-being and stability among their employees. These benefits are designed to address various aspects of an employee’s financial life, aiming to reduce financial stress, improve overall financial health, and enhance the employee’s sense of security and stability.
Childcare & Family Assistance
Childcare and Family Assistance benefits in the workplace refer to a set of programs, policies, and resources that employers offer to support employees who have family-related responsibilities and obligations. These benefits are designed to help employees balance their work and family life by providing various forms of assistance, both financial and non-financial, to help them manage their caregiving responsibilities more effectively.
Social Connectedness
Social connectedness in the workplace refers to a set of programs, policies, and initiatives designed to foster a sense of belonging, community, and positive relationships among employees. Social connectedness benefits recognize the importance of healthy relationships and a sense of community in promoting overall employee well-being, job satisfaction, and productivity.
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Local Policies at Work
Learn from local organizations on how they’re empowering working families
Who is ALICE?
ALICE stands for asset limited, income constrained, and employed. ALICE families are often working multiple jobs to make ends meet and still struggle to afford basic necessities. These households face hard choices such as putting food on the table or paying the light bill. Together, we can give voice to the needs of ALICE families.
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Family-friendly in Chattanooga
Need inspiration on where to start? Take a look at these local examples of family-friendly workplaces, and how they nurture professional growth and personal well-being.
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In The News
With 38% of Hamilton County families struggling to meet expenses, employers urged to adopt family-friendly practices to aid workers
Nearly 40% of families with children in Hamilton County are struggling to pay their bills, and 1 out of 4 new parents in the workforce have to return to their jobs…
United Way of Greater Chattanooga encourages local leaders to have more family-friendly policies
On Tuesday morning, United Way of Greater Chattanooga hosted an event called “United for Working Families” to help businesses adopt more family-friendly policies.
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