If you're here, something's come up in your life that requires you to take some time off work. At the Human Resources Division's Office of Leave Planning Assistance. O-L-P-A One of the most asked questions we get right off the bat is, "For my situation, should I be requesting a leave through OLPA?" So let's go over what kind of life events OLPA addresses to see if they're who you should be working with for your leave.
If your situation involves your own health needs, such as managing a chronic condition, dealing with a serious illness, or surgery recovery, you're in the right place. Same goes for family members' serious health needs like caring for your spouse, your children, or certain family members when they're dealing with their health. OLPA also handles bonding with a new child through birth or placement for adoption or foster care. Basically, any leaves covered by the Family and Medical Leave Act and the Paid Family and Medical Leave law. You'll want to go through OLPA first.
So what's not covered by OLPA? OLPA isn't involved with day to day sick days, like if you have a cold, vacation or holidays, bereavement, jury duty, domestic violence, military, SERV, or for voting. For these, you'll want to work directly with your supervisor. Whether you qualify for leave depends on your situation and the type of leave you need. Your OLPA Leave Benefit Coordinator is here to help you understand your options.