“As a leader of Aquent's Working Parents ERG, I've seen firsthand how such groups can serve as lifelines during challenging times.”
Maggie Moreno Keeton Regional Direct Hire Manager, Aquent
It’s no secret that many working parents struggle to balance professional and family responsibilities. But it’s alarming that nearly half of working parents report overwhelming stress levels, according to a Surgeon General advisory. This issue is the focus of an article in HR Daily Advisor by Maggie Moreno Keeton, a Regional Direct Hire Manager at Aquent and co-leader of the company’s Working Parents ERG and the Women's ERG. The article notes that challenges such as economic instability, childcare costs, and burnout—especially among women and parents of children with special needs—highlight the need for workplace support. Solutions like flexible work hours, remote work options, childcare benefits, and parent-focused Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) can help alleviate some pressures, resulting in healthier, more focused employees.
This article originally appeared on Business Insider.
