Events
Envision Lecture Series: Family Caregivers in the Workforce
Location:
8440 Woodfield Crossing Blvd.
Indianapolis,
IN
46240
United States
Join CICOA for the highly anticipated relaunch of the Envision Lecture Series, a professional development event focused on the urgent and timely issue of Family Caregivers in the Workforce.
Caregiving is no longer a private matter—it's a critical workplace reality impacting every industry, with more than 1 in 6 American workers balancing their jobs with caring for a loved one. This dual burden costs U.S. businesses up to $33 billion annually in lost productivity and turnover, while employees face stress, burnout, and career sacrifices.
This 90-minute session will bring together thought leaders, employers, and advocates to share data-driven insights and explore solutions. Starting with networking and coffee, the event will feature a keynote/panel discussion on the challenges, opportunities, and employer-led solutions for supporting working caregivers. You’ll also be the first to witness the public launch of CareAware Journey, CICOA's new digital platform that equips employers with practical tools—like coaching and connections to resources—to support their staff. Discover how supporting caregivers is not just the right thing to do, but a strategic imperative that improves productivity, loyalty, and workplace culture. When employers support caregivers, everyone benefits—and we invite you to be part of building that future.
In-Person Event
Please join us in-person for an interactive discussion!
Panel Experts:
- Leah Bennett, Caregiver Case Manager, CICOA Aging & In-Home Solutions
- Justin Clifford, CEO, Bereave
- Daron Day, M.Div, COO, Workforce Chaplains and Care Partners
Moderator: Addison Pollock, Associate State Director of Advocacy and Outreach, AARP Indiana
Leah Bennett has been a Caregiver Case Manager with CICOA’s CareAware program for two and a half years. Leah began her own experience as a family caregiver to help her mom through complex health conditions for the past several years, while working and attending school. Leah found a passion in supporting caregivers because of her firsthand understanding of the stressors and emotions that caregivers face while navigating caregiving responsibilities, a career and her own life.
About CareAware: CareAware works with caregivers to develop personalized plans that provide one-on-one support, coaching for self-care, emotional support, help with finding resources and peer support groups, and planning for in-home or long-term care.
Justin Clifford is a former 2nd grade teacher turned salesperson turned sales leader turned first-time startup CEO at Bereave. He battles self-doubt, is getting better at asking for help, and loves helping people see the greatness in themselves that they often can't see on their own. He thrives in opportunities to act and is driven by leaving things better than he found them.
About Bereave: Bereave helps people navigate death at home and at work by building a support system around those that have suffered the loss of a loved one – giving families and employers a place to turn in some of the most difficult life moments.
Daron Day, M.Div, is a licensed minister and ordained chaplain, with a Master of Divinity degree and 3 units in CPE training. He has served with Workforce Chaplains since 2018 and currently serves as the Chief Operating Officer. Daron spent 10 years in the banking industry, which has also helped him understand the variety of issues employees, managers, and business owners face and how a chaplain can make a difference. Daron loves Indiana and the people who call it home. Daron is thankful for the opportunity to help and encourage people from his community through Workforce Chaplains and Care Partners.
About Workforce Chaplains: Workforce Chaplains exists to love, serve and care for employees and their households through the care model of chaplaincy. Workforce Chaplains serves about 50 companies based out of Indiana and is a benefit for many caregivers through their support of around 150 senior homes in the state, as well as serving several nonprofits providing care.
