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Live-In Nanny Benefits

Advantages over Daycare

You chose the person who will be influencing your child’s development
Consistent care in the comfort of your own home
Individual stimulation and education for your child
Personalized childcare matched to your child’s needs and your instructions
Flexibility: you determine the schedule
A lot less stress in your life
Cost is similar to Daycare
Nannies provide one-on-one attention to your child
There is less exposure of your child to communicable illnesses
Often times nannies will do additional household duties as well as caring for the children
Children can attend classes, camps, and other recreational activities
Additional children are less expensive
Parents do not have to find backup care when daycare is closed or when children are ill
Parents do not have to transport children to multiple locations

Local Caregivers	Foreign Caregivers
The local Live-out will most likely not sign a contract because they can work for others and you may be left stranded Without a contract there is no commitment Long term employment is less likely Shorter placement time Much higher monthly cost More demanding about wages Will expect extra when driving to and from work Local placements are generally not available in rural areas Local caregivers are available to be met and interviewed in person (a positive) Local caregivers already in the program, have Canadian experience (a positive)	Commitment with a minimum of a two year contract according to the Live In Caregiver Program Criteria Foreign caregivers are authorized to work for only one employer at a time Foreign caregivers are hard-working and conscientious, and the fact that they are Live-in ensures greater reliability Abundant supply internationally International applicants frequently have a high level of education and experience in such areas as: Nurses & Care Assistants Doctors & Specialists Consultants Social Work Professionals Teachers Medical & Allied Health Personnel Life Science Professionals Therapists Etc... Many have culturally diverse talents such as: Language skills Music Literature Arts & Crafts Mathematics Etc...

Local Caregivers

Foreign Caregivers

The local Live-out will most likely not sign a contract because they can work for others and you may be left stranded
Without a contract there is no commitment
Long term employment is less likely
Shorter placement time
Much higher monthly cost
More demanding about wages
Will expect extra when driving to and from work
Local placements are generally not available in rural areas
Local caregivers are available to be met and interviewed in person (a positive)
Local caregivers already in the program, have Canadian experience (a positive)

Commitment with a minimum of a two year contract according to the Live In Caregiver Program Criteria
Foreign caregivers are authorized to work for only one employer at a time
Foreign caregivers are hard-working and conscientious, and the fact that they are Live-in ensures greater reliability
Abundant supply internationally

International applicants frequently have a high level of education and experience in such areas as:

Nurses & Care Assistants
Doctors & Specialists Consultants
Social Work Professionals
Teachers
Medical & Allied Health Personnel
Life Science Professionals
Therapists Etc...

Many have culturally diverse talents such as:

Language skills
Music
Literature
Arts & Crafts
Mathematics Etc...

Why Sponsor...

Some employers looking for live-in help will be asked to consider sponsoring a suitable candidate from overseas. HRSDC has realized that there is a shortage in the local availability of experienced affordable caregivers willing to live in. and so in recognizing this need they has implemented the Live-in Caregiver Program. Employers who meet the program criteria can actually bring a qualified and experienced foreign worker from overseas on a two-year contract.

Time Factor...

It depends upon the country the caregiver is coming from for them to arrive in Canada. If you choose a caregiver from Hong Kong or Singapore, the period of time from employer’s application to the caregiver receiving her work permit could be as little as three to four months. Sponsoring from the Philippines will take longer because of the high volume of applicants in that country.

We advise you to plan ahead of time and start the sponsorship process four to six months prior to the time you want the Nanny / Caregiver to start working for you.

Facts to consider when hiring a Nanny / Caregiver...

Select a caregiver who has had past experience working at a job that requires skills and capabilities comparable to the ones you require. An experienced person is someone who has worked at a job for a considerable length of time; therefore they will find the job easier to do than someone who have no experience.

The length of time caregiver spends with previous employers will tell you they stability and ability to adapt successfully to employers needs and requirements and to blend in with the family.

It is a good idea to hire a caregiver with good communication and language skills, especially if they will be spending a considerable amount of time with your children. Attitude also makes the difference between a good nanny and an amazing nanny. A caregiver with a pleasant, calm, cheerful temperament can make your home worth coming home to. If you are fortunate to hire such a person, be sure to give them enough positive feedback letting them know their thoughtfulness and hard work is appreciated.