ROI calculators claim a parent in crisis operates at 65% productivity. But grief doesn't average. Crisis compounds. One employee might work harder to avoid feeling. Another can barely function. You won't know which until it's too late. The real cost? Teams that collapse. Talent that quietly leaves. Employees suffering in silence. The smartest companies don't need a calculator to know people matter. They decide to help first—then justify it later.

Mental illness is as urgent as any life-threatening condition—yet too often it’s met with silence, stigma, and inaction. One in four employees with children will face a serious family illness. For leaders, offering education, awareness, and mentorship can save lives, protect productivity, and show you care about what matters most—your people.

Behind the productivity drop, missed meetings, and rising stress may lie a deeper issue—employee worry over their child’s mental health. Nearly 1 in 4 parents face this daily. Learn how structured teen mentorship doesn’t just support families—it boosts morale, retention, and business performance. HR leaders: this is the ROI of compassion.