Tag: nanny insurance
Let’s tackle a question we have heard more and more recently: do nannies need to purchase any type of insurance?
There is a lot of confusion out there on this topic. Below, we’ll explore the ins and outs of insurance for nannies, focusing on what types of coverage are essential and what might be optional extras.
(This article does not cover the types of insurance that families should consider purchasing if they employ a nanny.)
Today we’re tackling a subject that everyone hopes they never have to deal with…
Car accidents!
We recently came across an article where a nanny was involved in a car accident on her way to work. Upon letting her nanny parents know, the parents didn’t even think to ask if she was okay and later, took to social media to complain about their “dramatic” nanny.
What? Yikes!
That’s not the way a car accident should be handled.
Below, we walk through what the nanny and the family should do if the nanny is ever involved in a car accident. We hope you find it useful!
PRO TIP: Ensuring that your nanny has a signed medical release form for your children is important so that they can receive immediate medical care if needed.
The cost of living has drastically increased over the past year. These rising costs are impacting the nanny world, and many nannies are leaving long-term positions for other opportunities offering a higher wage or additional benefits.
Have you found a great nanny? Make sure you are doing everything you can to keep them happy, cared for, and valued as they work with your family! Below are our top ten tips for how to keep your nanny in the long term.
We can’t stress how important communication boundaries are for many nannies. Don’t text or call your nanny late at night! And be sure to read all the way through for a bonus tip at the end.
Every nanny-family relationship runs into the occasional awkward moment, and how you handle those moments often matters more than the situation itself.
For this article, we partnered with Michelle Kelsey, founder of The Nanny Solution, an established nanny agency based in Canada, to talk through an unusual but important topic.
Below, we walk through real awkward nanny scenarios our team has run into over the years and get Michelle’s reactions and advice on how to handle each one. With 20 years of experience in the industry, she offers a practical, grounded perspective you can use the next time something unexpected comes up.
Sit back, relax, and we hope you take away something useful (and maybe have a laugh along the way too).
What happens if your nanny is injured while caring for your children? Are they covered through your homeowner’s insurance policy? Or your umbrella policy? Are you on the hook for medical bills? How much do you have to pay?
In this article we share a real world story about a nanny falling down the stairs and breaking her leg while at work. We cover who is responsible for paying the nanny’s medical bills, how to protect yourself in case this happens in your home plus:
– Homeowner’s Insurance Policy Coverage
– Umbrella Policy Coverage
– Workers Compensation Insurance Policy
– How to setup Workers Compensation Insurance
– How much does Workers Compensation Insurance cost?
Many parents have questions about whether or not their nanny should drive their kids and what steps to take to ensure everyone is safe.
Between trips to school, playdates, or activities, your nanny is probably driving your kids around quite a bit. Whether the nanny is using your vehicle or their own, there are six important tips to think through before they get in the driver’s seat and begin transporting your children.
In this article, we cover:
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