Can Nannies be Required to Get a COVID-19 Vaccination?
By A New England Nanny 4 0As coronavirus vaccinations begin to roll out across the country, you may be wondering when your nanny or other caregiver will be eligible to receive it. But what if they are unsure about getting one or simply refuse to get the shot? Can nannies be required to get a COVID-19 vaccination? Our payroll partner GTM […]
READ MOREProfessional Nanny Spotlight
By A New England Nanny 46 0Finding a trusted professional to care for your children is never easy. You need someone that not only will be fun and engaging for your children, but will ultimately provide you the peace of mind a parent needs. Well, you’re in luck – we have a wonderful, experienced, professional nanny for you to meet! Meet […]
READ MOREHere are the 2021 Minimum Wage Changes for New York
By A New England Nanny 45 0Household employers need to be aware of changes to employment laws to ensure compliance and avoid penalties and fines. Household employees, such as nannies, housekeepers, and senior care companions, must be paid at least the state minimum wage, which varies by location within New York state. With that in mind, here are the 2021 minimum wage […]
READ MOREHow Much Should Your Nanny’s Holiday Bonus Be?
By A New England Nanny 7 0A holiday bonus is always a good way to show your family’s appreciation for your nanny, and it will certainly be more meaningful this year. But how much should you give? Our payroll partner GTM Payroll Services offers this advice on how to decide on your nanny’s holiday bonus. ‘Tis the season of giving. Time […]
READ MOREHelp for the Holidays and Remote Learning
By A New England Nanny 13 0As COVID-19 cases continue to rise in our area, many schools that have either full-time in-person learning or a hybrid model have begun going to remote learning. Even if your children have been attending in-person, you may not feel comfortable continuing until the pandemic is more under control. But whether your own children will be […]
READ MORE5 Steps to Take When Your Nanny Calls in Sick
By A New England Nanny 20 0As much of an inconvenience as it might be, chances are your nanny will be too under the weather to come to work at some point. Our payroll partner GTM Payroll Services offers these helpful steps to take to make things easier on everyone when your nanny calls in sick. While many nannies may seem […]
READ MOREWhat is the Nanny Tax Threshold Increase for 2021?
By A New England Nanny 20 0Many families that employ a nanny choose to pay them “off the books,” or they simply may not be aware that once a nanny’s wages reach a certain level, employment taxes are required to be paid. Our payroll partners at GTM Payroll Services provide a look at the nanny tax threshold increase for 2021. The […]
READ MOREHow to Celebrate Thanksgiving Safely
By A New England Nanny 19 0As COVID-19 cases continue to surge across the country, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued updated guidelines on how to celebrate Thanksgiving safely this year. These updated guidelines focus on remaining safe during small gatherings, which the CDC points to as being a contributor to the current increase in COVID-19 cases. As […]
READ MORETips for Eating Healthy During the Holidays
By A New England Nanny 17 0Holidays such as Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year’s bring to mind thoughts of family, friends, fun and food. However, each year, millions of Americans struggle to maintain their waistlines during the holidays while surrounded by tempting holiday treats. And the stress of the COVID-19 pandemic and a heated election season have certainly added to everyone’s […]
READ MOREChild Care Expert Spotlight
By A New England Nanny 48 0Finding a trusted professional to care for your children is never easy. You need someone that not only will be fun and engaging for your children, but will ultimately provide you the peace of mind a parent needs. Well, you’re in luck – we have a wonderful, experienced child care expert for you to meet! […]
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