Local Policies in Action
- 96% offer flexible hours
- 91% support remote work
- 92% provide nursing benefits
What is Best Place for Working Parents?
Best Place for Working Parents is a national initiative designed to spotlight businesses that successfully implement family-friendly practices. These policies benefit employees as well as businesses.
The free, 3-minute confidential online self-assessment allows employers to:
- Determine if they qualify for the Best Place for Working Parents designation
- Compare their family-friendly policies with businesses of similar size and industry
- Receive a digital badge to promote their designation online and in print
Research on ROI
There are many proven policies that benefit both families and employers:
Paid Time Off | Saves $1,898 per employee in vacation liability: the amount paid to employees for unused vacation time (FRACTL) |
Parental Leave | Reduces turnover by 32%, boosts morale by 99% (Impaq) |
Flexible Hours | 66% of women with flexibility stay 3+ years (Deloitte) |
Remote Work | 75% more engagement, 30% less turnover (Catalyst) |
Onsite Childcare | Cuts absences by 30%, turnover by 60% (US Chamber) |
Childcare Assistance (FSAs, Vouchers) | Up to 425% ROI, 9x more employee motivation (BCG) |
Backup Childcare | Saves 20+ hours per employee annually (Care.com) |
Healthcare Benefits | 80% of workers prioritize healthcare over pay (Glassdoor) |
Nursing Benefits | Increases loyalty and job satisfaction (Science Direct) |
Mental Health Support | Enhances well-being and productivity |
What is Covered in the Best Place for Working Parents Self-Assessment?
- Enter basic details about your business (company size, benefits, policies).
The assessment evaluates your business in the following family-friendly practices:
- Core benefits (healthcare, paid time off, parental leave)
- Childcare supports (onsite care, backup care)
- Flexibility options (remote work, flexible schedules)
- Mental health
- Nursing accommodations
- Company events and family engagement resources
- Employee satisfaction and organizational culture
2. Receive your results and see if your business qualifies.
3. Receive quick, confidential feedback showing where you’re already supporting working families—and where small adjustments could make an even bigger impact.
4. If approved, proudly display your Best Place for Working Parents digital badge on your website, social media, and hiring materials!
As state and local leaders explore policy solutions to expand access to affordable child care, employer-led initiatives like BP4WP can play a key role. Programs that incentivize family-friendly business practices—such as offering flexible hours, childcare benefits, or onsite care—can help ease pressure on working families while strengthening the local workforce. (San Antonio Report)