Care.com

Finding care for a loved one is one of the most important decisions families make. Care.com is a flexible platform — available on mobile, desktop, and in the iPhone and Android app stores — and connects families and caregivers. Care.com provides families the tools to help make more informed hiring decisions, wherever care needs arise.

With your Premium Membership, you can post a job and browse through active caregivers on the site, utilize the Safety Center, receive newsletters filled with tips and advice, and access the wealth of care-related content. You also have access to view full profiles and reviews, contact caregivers, purchase background checks, subsidized backup care, and tuition discounts at participating child care centers. Care.com also offers a Discount Program, powered by LifeMart, with savings on thousands of nationwide brand name products and services.

Who’s Eligible

Regular Faculty and Staff, Contingent II, and Graduate Assistants.

How Much Does it Cost?

The premium membership fee is paid for by the University.  The University is also subsidizing up to 10 days of backup care.

Click here for subsidy schedule.

How Does it Work?

  • Enroll and log in to your account at Care.com.
  • You will need your campus ID, which is the alpha numeric number in your myUMBC profile or on your black and gold UMBC ID card.
  • Need help? Here’s a How to Enroll video (1 minute).
  • After you create your account, select the type of care you need.
  • Then follow the on prompts to complete your search for care or discount options.

Questions?

Contact Care.com directly by calling 1-855-781-1303 or emailing careteam@care.com. You can also reach out to hrbenefits@umbc.edu.

Resources

Membership & FAQs

Family Care Benefits

How to videos