Our Team, Mission and Vision

The Employee Accommodations and Absence Support team assists UMass Amherst employees by providing guidance and assistance for workplace accommodations, leave programs, and other adjustments.

Mission

To provide compassionate, responsive, and equitable support to UMass Amherst employees by guiding them through accommodations and leave processes with care, clarity, and compliance. We are committed to fostering a supportive workplace where employees can navigate personal and health-related challenges with dignity and confidence.

---

Vision

To cultivate a workplace culture where every employee feels valued, supported, and empowered—where empathy and compliance coexist, and where access to accommodations and leave resources is seamless, transparent, and centered on human well-being.