Over this Memorial Day weekend, I attended a local horse show, an annual event where Lilly Pulitzer outfits in pink and turquoise and hats a la the Kentucky Derby are as much of interest as the horses and riders. Surrounding the area where the horses do their thing are a host of small shops, all in tiny houses with a “small town” feel. From upscale riding garb to jewelry for horse lovers, it’s a haven for those whose children are riders or those who just like to be around th

I’m always looking for companies doing innovative things to help their employees. Whether it’s wonderful benefits like adoption support or nice “perks” like discounts on house cleaning services, benefits and perks play an important part in recruiting and retaining employees, and can make a huge difference in whether someone joins and stays with a company. One of the areas that I’ve always supported has been bringing services and supports into the workplace. Back when I was

I recently participated in a podcast on WorkLife HUB, an international broadcast focusing on the work/life arena. Our discussion focused on the challenges facing working parents who have children with autism, ADD, learning disabilities and mental health needs and the impact of these exceptional caregiving responsibilities both at work and at home. One of the topics discussed was the obstacles facing employees when it comes to disclosing to their leaders, managers and colleag

The arrival of spring. Summer is close behind. If you’re like many working parents, you’ve either spent the past few months cobbling together summer camps, childcare, and vacations or you’re still struggling to figure it all out. The work/life challenges of two+ months without school can ruin summer before it even starts. For parents who have a child, teen, or young adult with an autism spectrum disorder, ADD, learning differences, or mental health issues, plans that look