Child and Adult Care
Care.com Membership for Full-time Employees
The University provides membership for all full-time employees to Care.com. Care.com can help you find short and long-term care for children, seniors, pets, and more!
How to use your UR-sponsored Care.com membership
- Click on the enrollment link to sign up for your own account through UR.
- Search for caregiver profiles that match your needs in your area, or post a job for candidates to apply to.
- You can schedule interviews from any device and request background checks. Once you’re ready to hire, you can schedule and pay for your caregiver on Care.com.
- You can pay caregivers directly, through the Care.com site, or through the Care.com app.
Register for Care Talks within your Care Portal
Care Talks allow you to hear from experts who are offering guidance to help you and your family.
Your can now register for Care Talks directly from your Care.com portal. You are now able to sign up with a single click, easily view Care Talks they have registered for, and access past recordings.
October Care Talks
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October 1 | The Mindset of Mental Toughness
Learn how to use challenging times as opportunities to build mental toughness and find positivity in adversity. Discover what it means to be mentally strong and explore the power of grit. -
October 13 | Understanding Colleagues with Autism
Gain insight into adults living with autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Understand common behaviors and challenges and learn strategies to help ASD employees thrive and succeed within your organization. -
October 14 | Preventing Identity Theft
Explore key information about identity theft, including how it happens, prevention strategies, how to respond effectively, and available resources to protect yourself. -
October 15 | The Positive Effects of Self-Esteem on Performance
Discover techniques to rewire the brain for optimism, boost self-confidence, strengthen self-esteem, and manage negative thoughts for a more positive mindset. -
October 21 | Aging & Adult Care: The Cost of Care and Planning for the Future
For National Financial and Long-Term Care Planning Month, learn how to organize key documents, update legal papers, connect with an elder law attorney, understand care costs and Medicare/Medicaid, and plan for retirement and future care. -
October 27 | Green Tips for the Home
Discover the environmental and financial benefits of going green. This session offers practical strategies to make your home more eco-friendly while saving money. -
October 28 | How to Protect your Child from Bullying
Learn how to recognize and respond to bullying by identifying types, talking with children, spotting signs your child may be affected, and knowing what to do if your child may be bullying others.