Caregiver Advocacy

Caregiver Wellness & Advocacy Programs

Overview

One in five employees is also a caregiver — balancing the demands of raising children, supporting loved ones with disabilities, or caring for aging parents.  They juggle responsibilities at home and at work — often in silence. Chef Maria offers a powerful platform for organizations to support these unsung heroes through storytelling, real-world strategies, and cultural transformation.

Why It Matters:

Traditional wellness programs often overlook caregiving. Yet, caregivers are everywhere — managing their workload while simultaneously navigating the emotional, financial, and logistical strain of caring for loved ones.

Chef Maria helps organizations understand that caregiver advocacy is more than a perk — it’s a strategic retention and inclusion priority.

What We Offer:

  • Keynote Speaking
  • Fireside Chats
  • Corporate Trainings & Workshops
  • Panel Discussions & Story-Based Talks for ERGs, DEI, and Wellness Teams

Sample Topics 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:

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

Who It’s For:

HR Managers, DEI Leaders, Benefits and Wellness Professionals, ERG Coordinators, and executives looking to integrate caregiver support into their inclusion strategy.

Clarification:

Caregiver Advocacy Programs do not include dessert tasting. These are content-rich, professionally facilitated learning sessions built on storytelling, research, and real-life experience.

Ready to Work with Chef Maria?

Whether you're interested in a Inclusive Excellence Powered by Dessert or Caregiver Advocacy training, we’d love to support your team.

👉Schedule a Discovery Call or Contact Us to learn more about our Inclusive Excellence or Caregiver Advocacy sessions.