Lessons from the Hybrid Work Era

New Bright Horizons® Research for Employers

The remote era was supposed to change everything for working parents. But the 9th Annual Modern Family Index shows some surprising costs – and it’s not just employees who should be concerned.

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We Asked, Parents Told Us

After high-hopes for change, this year’s Modern Family Index shows employees with children continuing to struggle.

Takeaways from the 9th annual study:

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Working Without a Net

Child care in short supply

40% of parents are working without the help they need, and most say it’s affecting their productivity

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Millennials and Gen Z on Edge

Concerns for Careers

40% of young employees worry about remote work’s effect on their careers vs. 28% of Gen X/Boomers

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Return to Office at Risk

Missed Opportunities

RTO appeals to many, but 34% of parents who do work on site say they have no benefits to help them at all.