[Saitama Prefecture] Published a Collection of Case Studies on Balancing Work and Caregiving: 'Your Health is What Matters Most'

'Your Health is What Matters Most' These are the words a career woman, who completed 12 years of caregiving, received from her mentor. They contain a simple truth that we want to convey to every caregiver. In today's super-aging society and the era of the 100-year life, balancing work and caregiving is not just an issue for a select few; it is a reality that anyone might face tomorrow. However, few people prepare before caregiving begins. When faced with it, many feel they must 'do their best for their parents' or are forced to choose between 'work or caregiving,' often leading to isolation and exhaustion. This collection of case studies is filled with the 'struggles' and 'personal answers' of those who have faced such realities. The episodes of the nine individuals featured are not glamorous success stories. Instead, they depict real-life figures who, while worrying, hesitating, and sometimes pausing, continue to face caregiving without letting go of their place in the workplace. We hope that each realization gained through this collection will serve as a small guidepost and offer encouragement to walk forward without giving up on work, caregiving, or one's own life. The content is suitable for use in corporate training and local learning sessions, so please take a look. 1. Target Audience ・Those currently balancing work and caregiving ・Those who anticipate providing care for parents or family members in the future, etc. 2. Features ・Contains true stories of people who have actually balanced work and caregiving ・Covers a wide range of occupations, including financial management, system engineers, and teachers ・Includes episodes not only from primary caregivers but also secondary caregivers (family or relatives who support and coordinate to reduce the burden on the primary caregiver), presenting diverse approaches to caregiving ・Features columns in each chapter to explain key points clearly 3. Format A4 size, full color, 50 pages total 4. How to Obtain Please download from the following prefectural website.