Life's unpredictable moments just got a little bit easier. The university has teamed up with Bright Horizons to provide backup options and resources that help you juggle your personal and family responsibilities.

"We are thrilled to extend these valuable services beyond just backup child care, making them accessible for a wider range of needs," said Christine Snyder, director of U-M Child and Family Care. "This expansion means more faculty and staff can benefit from the support, empowering them to tackle various life demands while knowing they have additional resources to rely on."

Newly expanded Backup Child, Adult, and In-home Care Resources

• 15 days of annual backup care for kids, adults, elder relatives, and even for you!

• Low copays: $15/child/day or $25/family/day for center-based care, $8/hour for in-home care

• Support for your adult and elder relatives in their home or yours

• Premium membership to Sittercity (similar to the service provided through Care.com)

If eligible, you can take advantage of affordable care options, no matter your household income. This includes care for adult and elder relatives at home, as well as self-care support. Plus, the university has covered the cost of premium membership to Sittercity. This gives you the option to find babysitters, housekeepers, and pet-care providers. Remember, though, you'll need to handle finding and paying for Sittercitty services.

Register for Backup Care Now

Register for these expanded services now, so you can make the most of all the support available. You can access services through a special U-M/Bright Horizons website, a handy mobile app, and 24-hour phone support for booking and questions.