Life Solutions

COVID-19 Support for Employees

Life Solutions, the University’s Faculty and Staff Assistance Program, is available to support employees during this difficult time. In addition to online and phone support, Life Solutions offers a 24/7 crisis line, resources for child and family care, and remote counseling and coaching services. All services are confidential and offered at no cost. Learn more online or call 1-866-647-3432.

Additional Resources from Life Solutions and UPMC:

Faculty & Staff Assistance Program

lifesolutions meeting imageLife Solutions is the University of Pittsburgh's Faculty and Staff Assistance Program that provides a broad range of services to assist University employees and their household members to balance work and the stresses of daily life. Life Solutions offers personalized care services, 24-hour support, online resources and tools, and more, all at no cost to you. Life Solutions services include:

  • Personalized Work Life Referrals
  • Online Work Life Resources
  • Crisis 24/7 Contact Information
  • Counseling and Coaching Services
  • Disability and Family Medical Leave Outreach

Contact Life Solutions

You can speak with a Life Solutions specialist in-person, through video, or by telephone. To speak with a specialist, or to schedule an in-person appointment, call 1-866-647-3432.

Work Life Services

Through Work Life Services, a Work Life specialist is available to consult with you on topics such as:

  • Elder Care
  • Child Care
  • Legal Matters
  • Financial Matters
  • Home Improvement
  • Other Daily Living Concerns

Online Work Life Resources

Through the Online Work Life Resources tool, search over 100,000 articles, seminars and databases on topics such as: 

  • Parenting
  • Aging
  • Emotional Well Being
  • Health and Wellness
  • Working Smarter

24/7 Crisis Support

Life Solutions is available anytime of day, every day, for emergencies including but not limited to:  

  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Homicidal Thoughts
  • Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Support
  • Crisis Intervention

Counseling and Coaching Services

Life Solutions Counseling and Coaching Sessions can be accessed either in person or by telephone for any concern including:  

  • Stress
  • Family and Relationship Concerns
  • Depression / Anxiety
  • Workplace Concerns
  • Lifestyle Changes

Disability and Family Medical Leave

Through Disability and Family Medical Leave Resources, find support as well as return to work coaching for those dealing with:

  • Post Surgical Recovery
  • Caregiving
  • Maternity
  • Medical Conditions