Employees who are caregivers: a systemic risk. An operational response.
What caregiving situations mean for your organization.
's caregivers in France
are employed
additional days off per caregiver per year
Employees who are caregivers do not inform either their manager or HR
fear that it will have a negative impact on their careers
The role of caregiver applies to all your employees, at every level and of every age. People aged 40–60 are the most vulnerable group—they are often the “sandwich generation,” with children still dependent on them in addition to aging parents. These situations lead to absenteeism, reduced productivity, high turnover, and an increased workload for the rest of the team.
The situation is going to escalate.
of seniors by 2050
It's not a temporary situation. It's a structural issue.
A deafening silence. An immense sense of anticipation.
Many employees who are caregivers do not tell their employers.
want a dedicated system in their company
Some caregivers do not identify as such.
Discover the tool you'll be rolling out to your teams
Am I a caregiver?
The time is ripe. The question is who will provide the answer.
The Autonomia Program for Employees Who Are Caregivers.
For an employee dealing with a loved one’s loss of independence, every hour spent handling administrative tasks is an hour lost—from their work, from their family, and from themselves. Autonomia takes over.
What your employee actually experiences.
- A dedicated Autonomia Advisor—a healthcare and social services professional who understands your situation, coordinates with all parties involved, and is always available.
- A comprehensive assessment covering seven key aspects of home care.
- A Customized Support Program: practical solutions, identified service providers, and financial assistance secured.
- The actual implementation of solutions with service providers.
- Ongoing monitoring with regular progress updates.
What your organization gains.
- Measurable reduction in absenteeism: 16 days of lost work prevented per caregiver supported.
- Helping employees who care for family members stay in their jobs: practical support that allows them to remain fully productive without having to choose between their loved ones and their work.
- Support for your managers: expert guidance for complex situations; managers are no longer on their own when dealing with an employee in difficulty.
- Service continuity: less disruption to the team, less carryover of workload.
- A documented CSR policy: a framework featuring measurable indicators, transparent reporting, and an annual impact assessment.
How does it actually work?
n the framework of the initiative.
- Together, we tailor the home care program to your specific needs, the size of your organization, and the realities of your teams.
- No one-size-fits-all approach: we tailor our support to your specific needs.
-Launch Bundle.
- Autonomia handles internal communications: customized posters and flyers, a dedicated landing page, a helpful self-assessment tool, and an introductory webinar on the role of a caregiver.
- Your employees are familiar with the service and know how to access it confidentially.
Initial contact and support.
- Every employee seeking assistance who wishes to receive support from Autonomia will be contacted within 48 hours by an Autonomia advisor, who will assess their situation across seven areas and determine the appropriate level of support.
- Depending on the selected level, the Advisor designs a customized support program, implements solutions, and coordinates stakeholders. This allows the employee to regain mental clarity.
, and reporting.
- Transparent reporting on requests received and support provided.
- Monitoring consumption.
- Customer satisfaction survey.
- Impact assessment to highlight the program’s value internally and in your CSR reports.
- Personal data remains strictly anonymized.
What makes us unique.
Dual expertise in consulting and implementation.
The only provider that specializes in both care management and the delivery of in-home services. Where others simply refer clients, we step in to help.
A presence throughout France.
The Oui Care Group has more than 900 local branches throughout the country, including in rural areas. Your employees and their loved ones, no matter where they are, have solutions right in their neighborhood.
A network of selected service providers.
Every service provider we recommend is selected, audited, and monitored using a rigorous process. We never recommend a service provider without first verifying their quality.
Strict confidentiality.
No personal information regarding the status of a caregiver employee is shared with the employer. Reporting is strictly aggregated and anonymized. Strict GDPR compliance is guaranteed.
Experts in the field. Not a switchboard.
- An Autonomia Advisor is a healthcare and social services professional—such as a social worker, a social and family economics counselor, or a nurse coordinator—who has been trained in the Autonomia structured care management approach.
- Our advisors are well-versed in APA and MDPH programs, as well as assistance from pension funds and mutual insurance companies, and can arrange for these benefits based on the plan you choose.
- What sets them apart: they are backed by France’s leading network of personal services.
- When an Advisor recommends a service provider, it is an audited and approved provider from the Oui Care network, a Silver Alliance partner, or a qualified local provider.
- Autonomia never refers a service provider without first verifying them.
Three major players in the social security sector have made this choice.
They have included Autonomia in the services they offer their members.
Autonomia is a brand of the Oui Care Group.
The Oui Care Group is France's leading provider of personal care services and a mission-driven company. The Banque des Territoires holds a stake in Autonomia.
Your questions about the Autonomia program.
How is the program actually implemented?
The rollout begins with a scoping process tailored to your specific challenges and the size of your organization. Autonomia then handles internal communication through a turnkey launch package: customized posters and flyers, a dedicated landing page, a helpful self-assessment tool, and an introductory webinar. Each employee who wishes to receive support from Autonomia is then contacted within 48 hours by an Autonomia Advisor, who determines the level of support best suited to their situation.
Does this program really reduce absenteeism?
Studies show that an employee who is a caregiver without support takes an average of 16 additional days off per year. By reducing their mental load and providing practical assistance with their loved one’s care, the Autonomia support program helps them regain the availability they had lost. An annual impact report is provided to objectively assess the results.
Is the confidentiality of individual cases guaranteed?
Yes, absolutely. No personal information regarding the situation of an employee who is a caregiver is shared with the employer. Reporting is strictly aggregated and anonymized. The neutrality and confidentiality of our Advisors are enshrined in their code of ethics. Strict GDPR compliance is guaranteed.
What budget should be allocated for implementing this system?
The solution is tailored to your specific needs and the size of your organization. An initial 30-minute consultation with our team allows us to provide you with a precise quote tailored to your situation.
Is Autonomia a serious contender for a framework agreement?
Autonomia is a brand of the OUICARE Group, France’s leading provider of personal care services and a mission-driven company, with over 20,000 employees and more than 700 branches. Banque des Territoires holds a stake in Autonomia. AG2R La Mondiale, Malakoff Humanis, and Aésio Mutuelle have included Autonomia in the services they offer their members.
How long will it take to implement the system?
Once the framework has been approved and the launch package has been developed in collaboration with your teams, the program can be up and running within a few weeks. The launch webinar will be held as soon as you are ready. The first employee seeking assistance can contact an Autonomia Advisor within 48 hours of the service’s launch.
What kind of ROI can you expect in the first year?
Studies indicate an average of 16 additional days of absence per unaccompanied caregiver per year (Malakoff Humanis). For a program implemented by 50 employee caregivers in the first year, the reduction in absenteeism translates to several hundred days saved. Autonomia’s annual impact report quantifies these results based on your organization’s actual data.
How should we communicate this initiative to managers and employees?
Autonomia handles internal communication through a turnkey launch package: customized posters and flyers, a dedicated landing page, a helpful self-assessment tool, and an introductory webinar led by an Autonomia expert. Managers are briefed prior to the launch so they know how to respond when an employee approaches them.
Your organization deserves a solution that’s up to the challenge.
Let’s discuss your needs and find the right solution for your organization.