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What is a Summer Nanny and Should You Hire One?
As the school year nears the end, it's time for parents to think about their child care plans for the summer. Daycare? Summer camps? Or in-home child care? A summer nanny may be the answer. Our payroll partner GTM Payroll Services provides a detailed look at what...
How the American Families Plan Could Impact Your Family
In a recent speech, President Joe Biden announced the American Families Plan, which is a proposed $1.8 trillion legislative package. The proposed bill includes an investment of around $1 trillion in families, education, and workers. The bill also includes around $800...
Want to Write a Letter of Recommendation for Your Nanny?
When it comes time to part ways with your nanny, hopefully it has been a good experience and you'd recommend your nanny to another family. In that case, our payroll partner GTM Payroll Services offers these tips for families to write a good letter of recommendation...
Experienced Nanny Spotlight
Finding a trusted professional to care for your family is never easy. You need someone that will not only be fun and engaging for children, but will ultimately provide you the peace of mind a parent needs. And with many children doing remote learning, your child care...
7 Tips for Caring for an Elderly Parent
With the advancement of medicine, technology and resources, our life expectancy is quite longer than it once was. This means that more elderly adults require assistance for longer periods of time. Caring for an elderly parent generally falls on the shoulders of their...
New York Employers Must Allow Leave for COVID-19 Vaccinations
New York has passed a law requiring employers to provide employees with paid leave for COVID-19 vaccinations. The law took effect immediately on passage on March 12, 2021, and expires Dec. 31, 2022. This includes household employers of nannies or other household...
How Families Save Money By Paying Nannies Legally
One of the most important reasons to pay your nanny "on the books" is to avoid the massive fines and penalties that can be assessed if you're caught. But did you know that families save money by paying nannies legally, especially in 2021? Our payroll partner GTM...
What’s in the American Rescue Plan for Families and Caregivers?
The $1.9 trillion relief bill, known as the American Rescue Plan, passed Congress and was signed into law by President Joe Biden. There are provisions in the American Rescue Plan for families and caregivers, including aid for schools and child care, direct checks...
Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, and Newborn Care During COVID-19
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has identified people who are more likely to become severely ill from COVID-19. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding are among them. This article shares the CDC’s guidance regarding pregnancy, breastfeeding, and...