Nannies and Housekeepers Are Not Charity Cases!!

Recently read a blog from a mother who was concerned about needing to be charitable to her nanny or housekeeper during these tough economic times. She continued to explain various studies have shown that many wealthy people tend to be less charitable towards their household help comparing her circumstances and questioning what level of charity she should provide. This began to infuriate me. Nannies and Housekeepers (who are mostly immigrants) come to this country to find a better living and create a life for themselves and their families. They are for the most part the hardest working individuals I have ever known. They are not interested in handouts and someone giving them bags of clothes that family members no longer can use or would otherwise throw away. Sure it is always nice to receive something that is in good condition and no one wants anymore, but that isn't what these workers want the most. They want to be paid fairly, put on payroll, receive the benefits of payroll, be paid overtime, get holidays and vacation time and be provided ultimately some form of health insurance. What we need to do as a society is to incorporate this well-needed labor force into our system and treat them as we would any other Resident or US Citizen. There is no need to consider nannies and housekeepers as charity cases. Let's consider them as hard-working individuals who deserve to be treated as any other person here legally in the United States who provides a well-need service.

CPR CLASS - September 11th

We have contracted CPR USA to provide CPR and First Aid classes at our offices monthly. Classes include lecture and skills practice for Basic First Aid and CPR for Adult, Child and Infant Emergencies. In 4 hours you will learn how to recognize an emergency, react safely and render the most effective care giving the injured person the greatest chance to survival. All classes meet the OSHA guidelines and American Red Cross Guidelines for Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation & Emergency Cardiovascular Care. It also includes a comprehensive CPR student workbook and Certification. Call (818) 784-8102 to register. The cost for both CPR & First Aid is $50/per person.