Caregiver Wellness & Advocacy Programs



Overview

More than 7 in 10 employees are also caregivers. They are raising children, supporting loved ones with disabilities, caring for aging parents, or navigating the sandwich generation (raising children and caring for elderly parents). Many are silently balancing work demands with the emotional, financial, and logistical responsibilities of caregiving.

Chef Maria offers a powerful way for organizations to acknowledge and support these unsung heroes through storytelling, practical strategies, and meaningful cultural transformation.

Why It Matters

Traditional wellness programs often miss the mark when it comes to caregiver support. Yet caregivers are everywhere: managing projects at work while navigating appointments, crises, and long-term care responsibilities at home.

Caregiver advocacy is not just a compassionate add-on. It’s a strategic priority for retention, inclusion, and workforce stability. Chef Maria helps organizations turn awareness into action.

Who It’s For

  • HR Managers
  • DEI and Wellness Leaders 
  • Benefits Professionals
  • ERG, BRG, ERN Coordinators
  • Executives and decision-makers seeking to strengthen their culture of inclusion
  • Event Planners curating wellness, DEI, and leadership-focused content that resonates deeply with today’s workforce

What We Offer

Chef Maria delivers engaging, high-impact content in a variety of formats:

  • Keynote Speaking
  • Fireside Chats
  • Corporate Trainings & Workshops
  • Panel Discussions & Story-Based Talks

Each format is designed to create connection, spark action, and provide tools attendees can apply immediately.

High-Impact Session Titles Include

Chef Maria uses heartfelt storytelling and lived experience to engage and empower corporate caregivers:

  • "Beyond Burnout: Real Talk, Tools & Support for Caregivers at Work"
  • "From Caregiver to Culture Shifter: Leading from Lived Experience"
  • "Balancing Acts: The Emotional Toll of Working While Caring"
  • "Caregiver Inclusion: The Missing Piece in Your DEI Strategy"
  • "Invisible Load, Visible Impact: Why Caregiver Stories Belong in the Workplace"

Learning Outcomes & ROI 

Organizations that invest in caregiver advocacy experience measurable results:

  • Reduced caregiver burnout and absenteeism
  • Increased employee engagement and retention
  • Culture of empathy, understanding, and support