Capital Region Summer Child Care During COVID-19
By A New England Nanny Like 0The pandemic has caused a lot of uncertainty for parents, particularly regarding their plans for summer child care during COVID-19. Our agency’s director Melissa Schoonmaker spoke with WNYT about the questions and concerns we’ve heard from families, and what options are available. Watch the news story below and then contact us at (518) 348-0400 and […]
READ MOREHomeschool Caregiver Spotlight
By A New England Nanny Like 0If you’re looking for help with child care, particularly a homeschool caregiver during the pandemic while schools and daycares remain closed, we have a couple of caregivers we’d like you to meet! Meet Lee Are you looking for help with homeschooling your children? How about taking a break from cooking and letting a professional handle […]
READ MOREHow to Create a Return to Work Plan for Your Nanny
By A New England Nanny Like 0While the Capital Region is not quite ready to reopen, signs are pointing to it happening soon, and a new normal will begin. If the stay-at-home order and self-quarantine practices have caused you to lay off your nanny or stop using temporary ones, you may want to bring a nanny back to your home soon. […]
READ MORETax Benefits From CARES Act Student Loan Assistance
By A New England Nanny 5 0Many nannies are students, and many of them have student loans that can be burdensome at any time, but particularly during COVID-19 when regular income is an issue. Among other measures aimed at easing student loan burdens during the coronavirus pandemic, the CARES Act student loan assistance provision temporarily allows employers to make tax-free payments […]
READ MOREFurniture Safety Guide for Parents and Nannies
By A New England Nanny 5 0A home might seem like one of the safest places for a child to play, but household furniture carries many unforeseen dangers, especially for young children. And now that kids are home for basically the entire day during the COVID-19 lockdown, the chances for unsafe behavior have increased. This furniture safety guide provides advice and […]
READ MOREHow to Avoid Burnout While Working From Home During COVID-19
By A New England Nanny 10 0For many workers, their new “normal” routine consists of getting out of bed and logging on to work. The coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has shifted the workplace from the office to kitchen tables and living rooms for thousands of employees. This shift to telecommuting has made it possible for employees to work while staying […]
READ MOREFace Coverings are Now Required in New York for Essential Workers
By A New England Nanny 11 0Governor Andrew Cuomo issued an Executive Order stating that face coverings are now required in New York for essential workers. These coverings must be provided free of charge by the employer, for use when interacting with the public. Employers have until 8 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15 to comply with this order, by supplying any essential workers […]
READ MOREWays to Manage Stress During the COVID-19 Pandemic
By A New England Nanny 6 0The coronavirus public health crisis has changed what we used to consider “normal.” Chances are you, your nanny, and your children have been feeling the stress caused by the current situation. iSolved, the payroll platform our agency uses, has this advice on how to manage stress during the COVID-19 pandemic. The current situation with the […]
READ MOREErrand Service During the COVID-19 Outbreak
By A New England Nanny 11 0In addition to providing child care services, A New England Nanny is now offering help to Capital Region residents who need assistance with picking up groceries, prescriptions, restaurant takeout, and more. Our Community Caregiver service is perfect for families, first responders, seniors, those with pre-existing medical conditions, or anyone else not able to leave their […]
READ MOREHow to Safely Go Grocery Shopping During the Coronavirus Outbreak
By A New England Nanny 9 0The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has disrupted everyday life in many ways. Many states have ordered residents to stay at home and avoid any unnecessary contact with others. That being said, you still have to eat. It is important that you take precautions in all parts of your life, even when you’re just taking a trip […]
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