In this first episode of The Care Break, Dr. Rosemary Daynes Kearney speaks with Mary Seery Kearney, barrister, former senator, and Managing Director of Purple Tree HR, about why caring must become a workplace conversation.

Together, they explore the reality of family caring in the workplace, the impact of hidden caring, and why so many working carers remain unseen.

Mary shares insights from years advising employers on HR, employment law, and workplace culture, as well as her personal experience of caring within her own family.

This episode shines a light on how not supporting caring responsibilities affect businesses, employees performance and wellbeing, turnover and retention, and why inclusive and supportive workplace cultures are essential for the future of work.

This episode reveals why caring is a workplace conversation we all need to have.

Topics include:

• Hidden caring in the workplace and why it goes unnoticed

• The emotional impact when employees feel unsupported
• Why caring is a root cause of turnover
• How policies create trust and future-proof organisations
• Rights and entitlements every employee and employer should know
• The strengths carers bring to their roles
• What Gen Z expects from workplace culture

Whether you’re an employer, HR leader, working carer, or someone interested in creating healthier workplaces, this conversation offers practical insights, real experience, and a powerful reframing of caring as a workplace issue.

Grab a cup of tea or coffee, and join us for a short, meaningful Care Break.

Social links:

The Care Advocate website: www.thecareadvocate.ie

Follow the Care Advocate on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-care-advocate

Follow Rosemary on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosemary-daynes-kearney

Guest Details:

Follow Mary:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-seery-kearney

PurpleTreeHR:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/purpletreehr