Foreign domestic helpers are an integral part of many Singapore households. They help cook, clean and look after the kids and elderly while their employers are busy at work or enjoying these free moments to spend quality time with their family. If you’ve decided to employ a foreign domestic helper, here are some steps you…
Domestic helpers are the unsung heroes of Singapore. Thanks to their help, families are able to juggle childrearing and looking after elderly parents while succeeding in demanding careers. They also help working adults find the time to pursue their own interests and spend time with their loved ones. Despite the major role domestic helpers play…
There comes a time in the lives of many Singapore households when the question of whether or not to hire a foreign domestic helper is raised. Some households swear by their helpers, without whom they would not be able to cope with the demands of childrearing or eldercare while juggling stressful careers at the same…
One challenge with picking a maid is finding the right person. Even a casual search reveals more than 500 maid agencies operating in Singapore, which gives you several thousand prospective employees to choose from. It’s best to keep things simple, and focus on a few background issues to help you make the best choice: 1.…
It’s doubtful any of us will forget a picture from 2011, which shows an NS man having his maid carry his field pack for him. While that’s an extreme example though, it’s sometimes hard to tell if our maids are dependent on us, or we’re the ones dependent on them. Here are some ways our…