Work-Life Resource Center

The Work-Life Resource Center (WLRC) is your starting point for resources and tools promoting work-life flexibility at Michigan. Our services provide members of the university community with resources for finding child care, sick or back-up child care (Kids Kare), U-M Family Helpers, lactation resources, elder care resources, information and resources on flexible work options and an annual Work-Life Conference.

The WLRC is committed to the ongoing development of a workplace culture supportive of personal and family life. By advocating for enlightened policies, practices, and services, the WLRC contributes to the recruitment and retention of the highest-quality faculty, staff, and students.

Contact the Work-Life Resource Center by email, or by calling (734) 936-8677 for general inquiries, or (734) 763-9379 for child care information.

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Jennie McAlpine
Director of Work-Life Programs
Barb Mulay
Work-Life Resource Center Manager
Amy Szczepanski
Community Child Care Resources, Campus Child Care Homes Network Manager
Bridget Kerr
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U-M again receives recognition for supporting employees

Once again, the University of Michigan has been recognized for creating a positive workplace experience for faculty and staff through benefits, work-life programs and other resources and human resources policies.