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School’s Out – What are Your Summer Child Care Options?
School's out for summer, and many parents are faced with the challenge of arranging child care during this period. Whether you are a working parent or simply seeking engaging and safe activities for your child, there are several child care options available to meet...
Your Summer Child Care Solution!
School is almost out, so to help you with your child care needs throughout the summer, we would like you to meet a fabulous caregiver – our Nanny of the Month, Regina Lynn!Regina Lynn has been with our agency since the beginning of the year, and the families she has...
How Nannies Can Help Families Celebrate Father’s Day
Father's Day is an opportunity to honor and appreciate the amazing dads in our lives. It's a day to show gratitude for their love, support, and dedication. While many families plan special surprises and activities for Father's Day, involving a nanny in the celebration...
5 Local Family Vacation Spots to Visit This Summer
As summer approaches, families in and around the Capital Region are looking for exciting and memorable vacation destinations to enjoy quality time together. Fortunately, you don't have to spend money on expensive airplane tickets or week-long theme park bank...
8 Essential Water and Pool Safety Tips to Keep Children Safe
With this weekend marking the unofficial start of summer, swimming pools will be opening all around the area, and families will be seeking relief from the local heatwave by diving in. While water activities offer fun and relaxation, it is crucial to prioritize safety,...
Hiring a Nanny in New York? New Minimum Wage Rates Coming in 2024
If you currently employ a nanny or other household worker, it's important to know that the minimum wage across New York State is going up again. The rate will gradually increase beginning on January 1, 2024. On May 3, 2023, Governor Hochul signed legislation to raise...
Want to Take Your Nanny on a Family Vacation?
Here comes summer, a time when many families take a vacation. If you have a nanny, you may want to bring them along to help make your child care needs easier. But taking your nanny on vacation is a luxury and can be quite expensive. Before asking them to join you, you...
An Amazing Caregiver for Your Summer Child Care!
Summer is almost a month away, so to help you with your child care needs when school lets out, we would like you to meet a fabulous caregiver – our Nanny of the Month, Amy!Amy has been providing temporary care services with our agency for more than three years, and...
Legal Marijuana: Considerations for Families When Employing a Nanny
The first recreational marijuana dispensary in the Capital Region recently opened for business. While the use of marijuana for recreational purposes for individuals over the age of 21 has been legal in New York since April of 2021, many families that either have a...