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Parents Struggle To Balance Work And Family Life |
| by Call Senior Care Press Release - FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE - 08/29/2007 |
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"Parents are working more hours now than ever causing severe strain on family life.
The Bureau of Labor Statistics released their most recent report on March 10, 2006, which stated that the average workweek had decreased to 33.7 hours for non-supervisor" |
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workers in private non-farm positions, with only a small increase in manufacturing positions to 41.0 hours. Many parents, who struggle to balance work and family, may find this information hard to swallow. How is it possible that Americans are working fewer hours, yet battling to maintain a quality family atmosphere? Interestingly, their doubt in the numbers is warranted. Although the amount of hours worked per individual since 1975 has decreased, these figures do not factor in the number of women entering the workforce part-time. When these statistics are factored into the equation, a clearer picture is painted. In actuality, the number increases to 11%, which explains the stress on the American family.
The evolution of the “working family”, with both the mother and father employed or a single parent environment, has created a vital need for quality childcare. In addition, more children are participating in after school activities than every before. This accumulation of demands can lead to deadly stress on family members. Experts say that establishing a good support system is the key to a happy family life. This is sound advice, but not an easy task to accomplish. There is hope for the family fighting to stay ahead of their hectic schedule. Sitterspace.com is launching a website, which should help parents achieve more balance in their lives. The concept is simple, yet ingenious. They have taken the best aspects of other popular sites and created a cohesive format, which is focused on improving family life. Sitterspace.com will allow parents to access a family schedule, check their Outlook emails, and locate a babysitter or petsitter in their area free of charge. Childcare givers and parents, who require a babysitter or petsitter, will come together on the same site. They can share information in the forum, group, and blog areas. In addition, the classified and yard sale areas will allow parents and babysitters to post jobs, along with selling used items, such as clothing. Parents can view profiles of potential babysitters and discuss issues affecting their family. There will also be a section for carpool matching.
Silkroad Cares, LLC offers real world solutions through their group of web-based service companies. They currently operate multiple sites providing real estate, health care staffing, child care jobs, teach positions, senior care services, web designing, and IT services. Sitterspace.com is their latest effort to focus on family needs and issues. |
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