Many employees of the Federal Government perform dual roles, as workers and as parents. Unlike being an employee, being a parent is a role most adults assume without the benefit of training, education, or practical experience. The challenges of such an enormous undertaking leave many employees drained and distracted. The workplace, furthermore, can begin to seem like an extension of the home, replete with the worries and problems often associated with parenthood. One effective and useful way to strengthen families, and to help parents to balance the demands of work and caring for children, is to establish a worksite support group. With supervisory approval, a worksite support group can play a significant role in the enhancement of agency work/life programs. Support groups bring people together whose similar concerns or difficulties enable them to share personal stories and helpful information. Members often find it reassuring to learn that their problems and concerns are not unique. This passage is primarily concerned with... radio_button_unchecked Educating employees about the difficulties of being a parent while being employed. radio_button_unchecked Providing the best steps to follow for beginning a worksite support group. radio_button_unchecked Determining whether or not your worksite might benefit from instituting an employee worksite