HUMAN RESOURCES

Assistance, advice, connections

Whether you are looking for information or resources, or you are new to the University, we offer a broad range of support to help you integrate your professional and personal priorities. These include resources, programs and individual consultations. Whether you’re looking for quality, affordable childcare, wondering how to attend to a senior or adult relative’s immediate needs, or want to meet other Northwestern employees caring for others, the University is here to support you and your family.

View caregiving resources by audience

See the specific resources available to Northwestern faculty, staff, graduate students and postdocs. 

FOR FACULTY FOR STAFF FOR GRADUATE STUDENTS FOR POSTDOCS

Explore caregiving resources

Find services for you and your family.

Finding childcare

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Finding childcare

Use our resources to evaluate options and learn about centers and schools offering benefits to Northwestern employees

Paying for childcare

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Paying for childcare

Take advantage of center-specific fee assistance, reimbursement for back-up care and more

Adoption assistance

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Adoption assistance

Use our Adoption Assistance Reimbursement Program to recoup partial or full adoption expenses

Lactation support

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Lactation support

Learn about using break time for lactation and find the dedicated lactation rooms on both Evanston and Chicago campuses.

Parenting networks

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Parenting networks

Connect with other parents through a variety of local parenting organizations and online groups

Senior & adult care

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Senior & adult care

Find caregiver support, including in-home and backup care assistance, an onsite support group and more

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