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Kamala Harris’s Proposal for U.S. Elder Care and How Canada Could Benefit from Expanded Services

Kamala Harris has proposed expanding Medicare in the U.S. to cover home care for seniors, reducing reliance on expensive nursing homes. This would ease the burden on families and caregivers while improving wages for home care workers  .

In Canada, publicly funded elder care varies by province, and many families face long wait times or pay for extra services. Expanding government-paid home care, like Harris’s proposal, could reduce hospital overcrowding by preventing avoidable health issues among seniors, thus easing pressure on the healthcare system .

By increasing home care funding, both countries could improve senior care while reducing strain on hospitals and healthcare workers—a win-win for families and the system.

How many sick days does my nanny get? How many sick days does my elder caregiver get?

In Ontario, nannies and caregivers are generally covered under the Employment Standards Act (ESA) as “domestic workers.” They are entitled to three unpaid sick days per calendar year. This is part of the three days of unpaid sick leave allowed for employees who have been employed for at least two consecutive weeks.

However, some employers may choose to offer additional paid or unpaid sick days as part of their employment contract. It’s also important to note that if the nanny is working under a specific contract, it may include terms that provide more generous sick leave benefits.

HOW DO I FIND A FILIPINO CAREGIVER OR NANNY IN TORONTO?

One of our top inquiries are:

How can I find a Filipino Caregiver or Nanny in Toronto?

Caregivertoronto.ca is a great place to find Filipino caregivers and nannies in the Toronto area. Most of our network is from the Filipino community.

It’s quick and easy!
1) Go to CaregiverToronto.ca and click Post a job.
2) Tell us about the help you are looking for and we will search for candidates who meet your needs.
3) Interested candidates will contact you directly within a few hours to 3 days.
4) Set up interviews and ask for references. Hire the best fit for you.

Hiring Tips

Phone Call
Speak to potential candidates on the phone or video call. Ask them about their previous experience. Tell them about the job expectations and the hours you need.
Interview
When you speak to a candidate that you feel has potential, ask them if they are available to meet in person. Click on the link for some interview question ideas. http://www.thenannypages.ca/blog/top-10-favorite-nanny-caregiver-interview-questions/
If you have a good feeling at the end of the interview, ask them if they can give you some references.
Check References
Call or email any references that the candidate has given you.
Families will sometimes check social media accounts or search the web to find out more about the potential candidate.
Background Check
Some candidates will have a background check already done. You can ask them to send you any documentation or certifications that they have.
Background Checks can help employers navigate uncertainty and hire with more confidence.
MyBackroundCheck.com is one of Canada’s leading providers of criminal background checks. You can request from your potential employer to begin the process of receiving a background check by sending them the link to the site.

Part Time Nannies are now in High Demand! Why?


Simply, most families can’t afford a full time nanny anymore. Mom’s often tell us that they need to look for other child care options (day care, family members) in order to make it worth it for them to go to work. Families are hiring part time cleaning help to keep the house clean and running. Looking to hire a part time nanny for your family? Post your job today on TheNannyPages.ca and you will be contacted by interested jobseekers within a few hours!