Paid Family Leave Act for Nannies, Housekeepers and Caregivers

As we have received several inquiries about  the NYS Paid Family Leave Act that went into effect in 2018, we wanted to share additional information.


The NYS Paid Family Leave Act covers all employees of private employers in New York State including, but not limited to, nannies, housekeepers and eldercare providers.

“Paid Family Leave provides eligible employees job-protected, paid time off to:
·         Bond with a newly born, adopted or fostered child,
·         Care for a family member with a serious health condition, or
·         Assist loved ones when a spouse, domestic partner, child or parent is deployed abroad on active military service.”

As of 2019, eligible employees will receive up to 10 weeks paid family leave at 55% of their average weekly salary, not to exceed 55% of the NY statewide average weekly salary. The maximum weekly benefit for 2019 is $746.41.

 In 2021, eligible employees can receive 12 weeks paid family leave at 67% of their average weekly salary, not to exceed 67% of the NY statewide average weekly salary.


Four on the Fourth Road Race in New Canaan, CT July 4, 2019 -RACE RESULTS

Congratulations to the winners and everyone who finished. Happy 4th of July!
Tuesday, July 4th is the 37th annual (4 on the 4th) Independence Day Race in New Canaan, CT. Great healthy way to start off the day with a 4 mile run along scenic Oenoke Ridge in New Canaan, Conn.

Please stop by and say hello as Wee Care Nanny Agency will be sponsoring post-race refreshments at the finish line and have summer giveaways for all. We hope to see you there!

 Race starts at 8 AM at St. Mark’s Church, Rt. 124 New Canaan, Conn. For more information about the race or to register online.

K-5 Bedford, NY BCSD Elementary Bike Run on Sunday, May 19th

Get your motors running!


Summer is approaching. Fun, fitness, creativity and community.

The 9th annual Elementary Bike Run is on Sunday, May 19th from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Fox Lane Campus in Bedford, NY. Children from Mount Kisco, Bedford Hills, Bedford Village, West Patent, and Pound Ridge Elementary Schools will be participating. Fun, fitness, creativity and community! It’s one of our favorite events and Wee Care Nanny Agency is delighted to be a supporter.


NATIONAL NANNY TRAINING DAY- Saturday, April 13, 2019 in Stamford, CT


Calling all local nannies and caregivers in CT, Westchester, Rockland and NYC area.  Wee Care Nanny Agency is proud to be the CT host of the 9th Annual InterNationalNanny Training Day “NNTD” 2019.    

We had a sold out event last time so PLEASE register early to guarantee a seat.  Join us for a day of training featuring several experienced industry leaders speaking on a variety of topics to help you advance your employment skills and improve your work-life balance.
Along with interesting and informative workshops, we will have raffle prizes, a delicious buffet lunch and plenty of time to network and share our stories.  You will go home with a certificate indicating your participation in National Nanny Training Day 2019 . Let’s make this year even bigger and better for the nanny community. We welcome all nannies and caregivers! 


Click here for all the information and to register.  Really hoping to see you all there!



2018 Holiday Bonus Guide for Your Nanny, Babysitter or Housekeeper



We get some variation of the question below a lot during this time of year and wanted to offer some guidance.

“Thank you, thank you, we are very happy with Marie (name changed by the agency for privacy) and need some guidance for her Christmas bonus. As a reminder, you placed her with us almost 3 years ago. She is a gem and we are all grateful. Thanks in advance.”

To answer your question, a full-time nanny can usually expect a holiday bonus of one week’s compensation – two week’s pay depending upon her length of service. Other ideas include a round trip airfare to her home-town for the holidays or a cruise trip. Additionally, if the nanny has been with the family less than a year, half of her weekly salary is standard. If the nanny is  just starting, a $100 to $200 gift card sets a nice tone.  A hand-written note of thanks expressing your appreciation and referencing a yearly highlight of the caregiver/child relationship is an additional way to show your genuine gratitude. 


Some families will include an extra little something coming from the children like a homemade card, cookies or her favorite confection which surrounds the monetary gift with genuine warmth and appreciation from the child. 

For the part-time regular babysitter that provides care several times each month, a gift equal to one night’s pay is the norm. Many families choose to provide a $50-$100 gift card to her favorite shop, cafe, nail salon etc.

Housekeeper/Cleaner, one or two week’s pay, depending upon her length of service and a small gift like a bottle of wine, fine chocolate or Mani-Pedi gift card.

Obviously, this is a general guideline of industry norms in the NY Metro Region. Some families give considerably more or less depending on overall job performance, length of employment, particular circumstances, and family budget. 

Wee Care Nanny wishes you and your loved ones a wonderful and joyous holiday season!


2018 Thanksgiving Day Parades in Stamford, CT & New Rochelle, NY

On Saturday, November 17, at 10AM the New Rochelle Thanksgiving Parade will start at the New Rochelle High school and continue along North Avenue. The parade will end at Main and Maple Street. 

On Sunday, November 18th, the 2018 Stamford Thanksgiving Day Parade will take place in Downtown Stamford, CT along Summer Street. The parade starts at 12 PM  and features spectacular helium balloon cartoon characters and wonderful marching bands. It is great fun for the whole family. Arrive early and bring chairs.

Wee Care Nanny Agency is beyond thankful for the opportunity to work with such wonderful nannies, housekeepers and families. We appreciate your dedication and professionalism. 


 We wish you and your family a happy & healthy Thanksgiving Day! 

Four on the Fourth Road Race in New Canaan, CT-Wednesday, July 4, 2018-

Wednesday, July 4th is the 36th annual (4 on the 4th) Independence Day Race in New Canaan, CT. Great healthy way to start off the day with a 4 mile run along scenic Oenoke Ridge in New Canaan, Conn.

Please stop by and say hello as Wee Care Nanny Agency will be sponsoring post-race refreshments at the finish line and have summer giveaways for all. We hope to see you there!

 Race starts at 8 AM. St. Mark’s Church, Rt. 124 New Canaan, Conn. For more information about the race or to register online,  click here.




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2018 Memorial Day Parades in Fairfield & Westchester County



Memorial Day Parades in:

 
Greenwich, CT 
The Old Greenwich Memorial Day Parade is on Monday, May 28, 2018 at 9 AM. The parade kicks off from Lincoln Avenue in Old Greenwich, CT.

Stamford, CT
The Stamford Memorial Day Parade is on Sunday, May 27, 2018 at noon. The parade kicks off from the corner of Summer and Hoyt Streets. 

Darien, CT
The Darien Memorial Day Parade is on Monday, May 28, 2018 at 10 AM. The parade kicks off from Post Road near the Goodwives River Shopping Center. 
Norwalk, CT 
 The Norwalk Memorial Day Parade will start at 10AM at Veterans Park on Monday, May 28, 2018.

New Canaan, CT  
 The New Canaan’s Memorial Day parade will start at 9:30 AM at St Mark’s Church on Monday, May 28, 2018. 

Rowayton, CT
The Rowayton Memorial Day Parade will be on Sunday, May 27, 2018 at noon at the Community Center.

Westport, CT 
The Westport Memorial Day Parade begins at 9 a.m. at Saugatuck Elementary School on Monday, May 28, 2018.

Wilton, CT
 The Wilton MemorialDay Parade is on Monday, May 28, 2018 at 10:30 AM. The parade kicks off from 21 River Road.
Additional Memorial Day Parades throughout Fairfield County