For working families, reliable family care is a top priority. To support these needs, the MGH Institute provides family care at a discounted rate under Mass General Brigham’s benefit options. MGB’s “hidden gem” is called the Bright Horizons Back-Up Care, an option for employees who might need the support during unique circumstances, or their everyday lives for a certain period. 

Back-Up Care, which can be accessed through the website or the Bright Horizons back-up care app in the App Store or Google Play, provides family care for all ages and all different needs, including elder care. A few of the different programs include Family Concierge, Full- and Part-time Child Care, Virtual Camps, Varsity Tutors and more.   

“It's probably one of the best benefits we have as employees,” shared Rachel Pittmann, Assistant Dean of Interprofessional Practice, about her experience with Bright Horizons childcare support. “I have regular daycare, but it's so helpful on a day when the daycare is closed, or my daughter’s school is closed.” 

Some of the benefits within the Bright Horizons Back-Up Care programs include: free and unlimited expert care support via phone, email, text, or video; 20 days of family care to fill any gaps in coverage; in-home or center-based childcare; free membership to a nationwide search tool for nannies and sitters, pet care, and housekeepers; discounted access to before- and after-school programs; and tutoring. 

All for a price that is budget-friendly.

For more information on the benefits, see here.