Strategies to Help Seniors Fight Loneliness During Pandemic
John Prine was only 24 when he penned the iconic American folk song “Hello in There.” As a young man...
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Fasting: Is It Safe for The Elderly?
Fasting is an ancient practice which still provides a world of benefits today. Whether part of a religious observance or...
Nursing Case: When an Elderly Loved One Suddenly Needs Care
If an elderly loved one suddenly needs additional care, don’t panic. Stay calm, communicate well with everyone involved, and find...
The Pros and Cons of Senior Home Sharing
In this article, we will examine some of the pros and cons of home sharing for seniors to help you...
How to Spot and Treat Arthritis in Pets
Signs, treatment and prevention of arthritis in pets.
Your “How to Handle Covid” Guide
Please find below Covid-related hot topics and the most important questions answered--for families, other care seekers and caregivers alike.
8 babysitting activities so fun the kids won’t miss their parents
Experienced babysitters and nannies know that having ideas for arts and crafts up your sleeve is a must. Keeping kids...
Home Renovations for The Aged
Here are 5 tips for renovations that will help aged people stay living at home.
Pros and Cons of Immunization in Infants
by freelance writer Riley Herder In recent times, the topic of whether or not to vaccinate children has become quite...
Your Sustainable and Healthy Christmas Dinner, Based on the Planetary Health Diet
by cooking expert Kylie Archer When it comes to planning for a Christmas dinner, there are lots of things to...
Caring for a Pet Chinchilla
by freelance writer Riley Herder Chinchillas are cute, curious little creatures that might be just the pet you are looking...
Our 5 Favourite Christmas Cookie Recipes
by freelance writer Riley Herder Christmastime is all about traditions. In our house, the hanging of the Herrnhuter Stern, or...
Caregivers: Expand Skill Set Through New Training Opportunities
Expand your skill set as a caregiver through new training opportunities.
What to Do When Someone Gives You a Pet You Did Not Want?
by freelance writer Riley Herder There are some occasions in which receiving a gift is far more stressful than it...
What Is the Planetary Health Diet, and Does it Work?
Enter a caption… by freelance writer Riley Herder There is no shortage of issues to be worried about concerning the...
How to Help Kids Grieve Loss and Find Joy in an Unusual Holiday Season
>> Looking for childcare? Find help in your area here. This year has been defined by a pervasive sense of...
Evaluating Your Parents’ Well-being over the Holidays
>> Looking for aged care for a senior loved one? Find caregivers here. Going home for the holidays often brings...
In Need of a Stress-free Christmas? Here’s How Your Housekeeper Can Help
>> Looking for help to clean your home? Find a housekeeper now. Is your holiday to-do list so long that...
Holiday Planning and Your Home and Pets
>> Looking for a housekeeper or cleaner? Find one in your area now. It’s holiday time! We all deserve a...
101 Summer Activities for Kids
>> Are you searching for childcare? Find carers in your area now. The answer – make a summer plan! Start...
How to Pack for Your Family Holiday
>> Looking for childcare? Find help in your area here. “What did we forget?” Ah, the question every parent asks...
7 Signs of Great Overnight Pet Care Facilities
What you should look for when choosing overnight care for your pet. Overnight pet care, or pet boarding, can be...
Finding Your Ideal Pet Care
>> Are you looking for a dog sitter? Find dog sitters in your area now. Whether it’s a regular dog walker...
How to Help Your Children’s Seasonal Allergies
>> Are you searching for childcare? Find carers in your area now. At this time of the year parents everywhere...
11 Tips for Flying with Toddlers
>> Looking for childcare? Find carers in your area now. It’s a fear that all parents of toddlers experience when...
Caregivers and House Cleaners: What a Safe Return to Work after Lockdown Might Look Like
>> Find a job as a caregiver or housekeeper on Care.com! Across the country, people who’d been staying home to...
Your Covid Questions, Answered: What Families and Carers Need to Know
(updated on November, 8) Coronavirus has taken over the news and our lives. We are currently facing a pandemic of...
Keep Your Pet Safe from These 7 Household Holiday Dangers
by freelance writer Riley Herder With the holiday season comes a host of warm, cosy changes in our homes that...
3 Easy Ways to Earn Extra Income During the Holidays
by freelance writer Riley Herder The holiday season may be the most wonderful time of the year, but it can...
Jobs With Babies: 15 Great Career Options to Work With Babies
>> Looking for a job as a babysitter or nanny? Find work here. If you love infants and are looking...
What Tasks Should Seniors Outsource?
Whether you are helping carry out tasks directly, or hiring outside assistance, it is essential to identify the everyday tasks...
How Babysitters Can Take the Stress Out of Halloween
>> Looking for a babysitting job? Find families in your area now. While Halloween is undoubtedly one of the most exciting...
Help Children Learn Compassion in a Pandemic
by freelance writer Riley Herder Seven months ago, my family and I were living in what was, at the time,...
Discover the Benefits of Seasonal Eating
by freelance writer Riley Herder A timeless practice has re-emerged in recent years as a sort of trend, and it’s...
Additional Services You Can Offer as a Housekeeper
by freelance writer Riley Herder Many dual-income families with small children find it incredibly taxing to meet all their household...
7 of the Best Guard Dogs for Families
Are you ready to welcome a new dog into your home? Here are seven of the best guard dogs for...
22 Halloween Party Themes
Looking for a babysitter to help out? Find sitters in your area now. We’ve all been invited to the typical...
Pet Safety on Halloween
Searching for a pet carer? Find one in your area now. Between the stress caused by a stream of trick-or-treaters...
The Ultimate Household Chore List
Having trouble keeping your house clean and organised? Use a family chore chart to stay on top of the workload.
5 Ways to Make Halloween as Fun as Ever despite COVID-19
>> Looking for a caregiver or housekeeper? Find help here. Like most things impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, Halloween may...