COVID-19 Pandemic: Health, Food, and Housing Resources

The University of Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, and various area organizations offer help for a variety of basic life needs. Find quick reference to many of these resources on this page. As always, if you are experiencing an emergency, please call 911 for assistance.

Wellness

  • Life Solutions: 1-866-647-3432
    The University of Pittsburgh’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 to faculty and staff.
     
  • Resolve Crisis Services: 1-888-796-8226
    Resolve is a 24-hour, 365-day crisis service that is free to all residents of Allegheny County, regardless of ability to pay. Call anytime to speak with a trained clinician. A walk-in center is also available by visiting 333 North Braddock Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15208 (Pittsburgh's East End). Services are also available for children and teens, including 24-hour, daily crisis treatment, interventions, and homevisits. For children services, call 412-864-5065 or 1-888-796-8226.

Medical Care

  • UPMC AnywhereCare provides virtual 24/7 access to a number of providers, accessible over live video from your smartphone, tablet, or computer. Now until June 15, UPMC is waiving all member cost-sharing, including deductibles or copayments, for all in-network virtual health care visits with UPMC's telehealth providers.
     
  • UPMC Health Plan: Individuals with University-offered UPMC insurance can call 1-844-220-4785, or call the number on the back of their insurance card, for other referrals.
     
  • Guidance on Face Masks for In-Person Business Operations and Medical Facilities: Refer to the University's Office of Public Safety and Emergency Management website for up-to-date guidance on face masks and general recommendations/requirements.
     
  • In the case of a medical emergency, please call 911.

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