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Shared Leave Program

The university’s Shared Leave Program allows employees to support colleagues during medical leave. If someone exhausts their paid time off, donated leave can help. You may donate unused vacation or sick leave, up to 24 sick days per year and unlimited vacation days. Donations are voluntary and appreciated. Review the Shared Leave Policy, donate or request shared leave or contact HR at leaveadm@louisville.edu.

Staff Help Assistance & Relief Effort

The SHARE Emergency Fund is a university-supported initiative that provides temporary financial assistance to eligible staff employees who are facing unforeseen and urgent financial hardships. Learn more on the Staff Senate's website or contact share@louisville.edu. 

Program Overview

Supporting Our Staff in Times of Crisis

Eligibility

To apply for SHARE emergency assistance, staff employees must:

  • Be a current full-time or part-time staff
  • Have completed at least six (6) months of continuous employment
  • Be experiencing a documented, unforeseen financial emergency
  • Have not received funds from SHARE/Employee Emergency Fund in the past year
Examples of Covered Emergencies

Eligible emergency types may include:

  • Medical emergencies;
  • Threatened foreclosure or eviction;
  • Loss of property due to natural disaster;
  • Housing instability;
  • Utility shut-off;
  • Family medical crises;
  • or other temporary financial hardships

Note: Routine bills, credit card debt, elective procedures, and non-essential services are not eligible.

Application Process
  • Complete the SHARE Emergency Fund form. Attach any required documentation to verify the emergency.
  • Your application will be reviewed confidentially by HR and redacted information will be communicated with the SHARE Committee for approval.
  • You will be notified of the outcome within 7 business days
  • If approved, funds will be distributed via direct deposit

Health Advocate Advocacy Program

Navigating the healthcare realm is not any easy feat. Health Advocate's Advocacy program can support you every step of the way. You’ll get the information you need to make important care decisions with confidence and peace of mind knowing that your care and treatment are on target. Below are advocacy services Health Advocate offers:

  • Clarify diagnoses and review treatment options
  • Research the latest approaches to healthcare
  • Locate the right in-network providers and make appointments
  • Arrange expert second opinions and transfer medical records
  • Coordinate care and services during and after a hospital stay
  • Provide end-to-end support through all phases of your care 

Health Advocate advocacy is available to you, your spouse, your dependents, your parents and parent-in-laws. All services are kept completely confidential. Reach out to Health Advocate's experienced registered nurses, medical directors and other experts for help with a wide range of questions or concerns.

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