Unbuckled provides essential legal and financial resources to caregivers supporting children with long-term illness or disability. The organization connects these caregivers and their employers with expert legal aid to clarify rights and navigate workplace challenges. This support aims to facilitate understanding of relevant laws and protect against caregiver discrimination.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
Caregivers of children with long-term illnesses or disabilities often face employment challenges, including potential discrimination and a lack of understanding of their legal rights. Navigating complex legal and financial systems while managing a child's healthcare can be overwhelming, leading to increased stress and financial strain.
Solution
Unbuckled provides legal support and resources to caregivers of children with long-term illnesses or disabilities, as well as assistance to employers seeking to support these employees. The organization offers guidance on existing laws, assists in negotiations with employers, and provides support through legal proceedings. Unbuckled also partners with employers to foster compassionate and adaptable workplaces by providing access to legal and financial resources, helping them support working parents effectively.
Target Audience
Unbuckled serves caregivers of children with long-term illnesses or disabilities, as well as employers in New York and Vermont seeking to support their employees who are also caregivers.
Features
- Legal guidance on caregiver rights and responsibilities in the workplace.
- Assistance in negotiating with employers to achieve flexible work arrangements.
- Support through legal proceedings for cases of caregiver discrimination.
- Resources for employers to help them understand and accommodate the needs of caregiving employees.
- Collaboration with healthcare providers and policymakers to advocate for stronger legal protections and financial support for caregivers.