Many physicians remain affected by school, child care, adult care, and pet care facility guideline changes as part of the COVID-19 pandemic. Below are resources for physicians who are supporting children, adults, or pets during this period. As the pandemic evolves these challenges impact a larger number of physicians and have also become more diverse. The needs of each parent/family are unique and there is no single best solution for all families.
COVID-19 Family Resources
Below is a list of some of the available resources for physicians who need to tend to children, adults, or pets during this period.
Cardinal at Work COVID-19 Child Care Options
Bright Horizons and Sitter City
Find qualified caregivers outside of Bright Horizons.
Faculty: https://clients.brighthorizons.com/stanfordu
Residents/Fellows: https://clients.brighthorizons.com/SHC
On the Bright Horizons site listed above, scroll down to “Additional Family Supports” to find a wide range of child care resources through partnerships with SitterCity, Years Ahead, and other organizations.
Reserve backup care from Bright Horizons.
Use the website or mobile app to make requests. Here’s how:
Faculty: https://clients.brighthorizons.com/stanfordu
Residents/Fellows: https://clients.brighthorizons.com/SHC
Scroll down to where “Reserve Back-Up Care” is offered. If you are registering for the first time, please follow the additional instructions below:
o Click "Not signed up yet?"
o Faculty: Username: sucares Password: Benefits4You
o Residents/Fellows: Username: SHC Password: backup1
o When you enter your personal information, please ensure it matches what is on the School of Medicine directory (or SHC directory for residents/fellows), or you will not be recognized as an employee.
Thank you for your continued patience and support through this challenging time. If you have any questions or feedback, please share your input through chiefwellnessofficer@stanford.edu.
