You need care for an adult dependent or senior
Disney has a plan for short- and long-term child and elder care needs.
Through your Work-Life and Caregiver Support benefit through Wellthy, you have access to two kinds of support: Concierge and Backup Care. Care can get complicated—whether you’re supporting a child, helping an elder family member, or dealing with something unexpected. Wellthy is here to help. Register starting October 1, 2026.
Use your Sick Time or Care Time.
Disney allows you to use Sick Time or Care Time when someone you’re responsible for is ill, or if you have other caregiving needs. Learn more.
This is also hard on you.
Be kind to yourself. Take a few minutes from time to time and breathe. Disney offers several mindfulness resources to help you feel calmer and more present.
ElderCareIQ and EndofLifeIQ by Inflection are also available resources offering on-demand digital education that helps you navigate challenging stages of life, including caring for aging loved ones or preparing for end-of-life transitions. Topics include navigating the legal, financial, and emotional responsibilities that come along with being a caretaker. Learn more about Inflection offerings.
Thrive Global offers expert-backed tools and resources to help caregivers manage stress, build resilience, and prioritize their own well-being. From stress management strategies to emotional well-being tips, Thrive equips caregivers with practical support to navigate their responsibilities with confidence.
Find a sounding board.
Managing the day-to-day responsibilities of caregiving takes its toll. Individual and couples counseling can make things easier. This is a situation the Cigna Employee Assistance Program (EAP) can help you address. You and your loved ones have up to 10 free counseling sessions with a licensed professional and starting January 1, 2027, Disney will be doubling counseling sessions through the EAP from 10 to 20 sessions per topic, per year. Schedule an appointment by calling 1-800-952-6676 or visiting myCigna.com. You can also access the EAP and other emotional well-being resources to support you during this stage of life by logging in to Disney CareConnect.
Talk to other caregivers.
There’s strength in numbers. Trade stories and tips with other caregivers in your community. Your work location may have a related BERG or parents’ group. Learn more.
Be the best caregiver you can be.
Wellthy resources extend much further than child or elder care. Connect with them for help scheduling appointments, finding support services, and more.