Below, you'll find updates and reminders on HR policies during this time.

COVID-19 Temporary University HR Policies

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA)

FSA and HSA now offer a lot more flexibility in eligible expenses and savings. More than 20,000 medications and non-medications are now eligible. For additional details please navigate to the Columbia Human Resources website.

Make changes to your dependent care FSA

COVID-19 closures are considered a qualifying life status event. Manage your benefits selections through the Columbia Human Resources website.

EAP for Kids

The University's Employee Assistance Provider created a "Keeping Kids Engaged During the Day" kit filled with ideas and resources to help you and the children in your home and life build daily schedules that will keep them engaged, entertained and learning.

Mental Health

Emotional Support Helpline

If coronavirus concerns are causing you stress, you can call the Optum Emotional Support Helpline: 1-866-342-6892. Behavioral health professionals connect callers to resources 24 hours a day, seven days a week. This service is free and available to anyone. Feel free to share with family and friends.

CU Psychiatry Telehealth

To help people deal with the stress and anxiety of this pandemic, Columbia Psychiatry is now offering group therapy through telehealth. For more information please contact 212-305-6001 or navigate to the Columbia Human Resources website.

Temporarily cancel parking and transit options

Consider making temporary changes to your transit benefits.

Calendar for timesheet submissions

The calendar for timesheet submissions to your supervisor remains the same.