Category: Caregiver

Delegating a Routine to Caregivers – The Importance of a Family Routine

Routines are key to helping manage chaos in my house. Not only are they great for my sanity but they also provide a consistent schedule with each caregiver on what to expect throughout the day. Routines give children security amongst a world of unknowns and create a sense of self discipline. With their constant milestones…
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Becoming a Life Manager or Caregiver (Action Steps to Take)

Within six months of my father’s sudden death, I became my mother’s life manager.  My mother had broken her hip and her leg and had learned that she had recurrent cancer.  I soon found that being a life manager is a full-time job, so I gave myself a family leave from my consulting business. Action…
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Behind the Scenes of Searching for the Ideal Nanny

Finding the right fit of a caregiver for your family can be seen as a daunting task. As a professional couple working full time with two young children with limited time and budget has taught me how to refine this process. Here are some lessons that I have learned along the way for attracting the…
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