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Helping Employers Build Strong, Lasting Relationships with Their Nannies, Caregivers & Household Employees

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The transition to having a caregiver assist your parent can be a smooth one, and there are always steps that you can take to make things better. New arrangements will take time to settle, but given enough patience and flexibility, the relationship between your parent and his or her caregiver can be a very positive […]

Elder Family Member, Elderly Parent Help

Getting Your Parents Comfortable With A Caregiver

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Serving as a caregiver can be physically and emotionally taxing at the best of times, but if you’re assisting elderly patients, then you need to be prepared for some unpredictability. While it can be very rewarding to assist elderly patients with normal everyday activities that they can no longer do independently, you need to be […]

Caregiver, Caregiver Tips

Caregiver Tips: How To Handle Behavior Changes Of Elderly Patients

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Getting the right daycare or caregiver for your child can make all the difference. The quality of childcare a tot receives – care that keeps them engaged and challenged – can actually impact their physical, emotional and mental development. That much most people know. Where it gets tricky is making the decision who to bring […]

Full Time Nanny, Managing Staff, Nanny Interview, Nanny Services

Things You Should Consider When Hiring A Caregiver

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The sooner, the better.  In the last year, the Canadian Caregiver Program has undergone several changes. This has resulted in longer processing times for our families and candidates. We know it can be difficult for a family to pinpoint when exactly to begin the search, but Diamond is here to help! Generally speaking, we recommend […]

Interview tips, Nanny Interview, Nanny Services, Online Nanny Services

When to Begin the Hiring Process for an Overseas Nanny

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When it comes to hiring a caregiver (childcare or elderly care) timing is crucial. Planning ahead will save you a wealth of stress and headaches — trust us! The current state of the caregiver program is now a lengthier and complex process that requires the expertise of an experienced agency like only Diamond can provide. Our expertise has […]

Caregiver, Elder Family Member, Elderly Parent Help

How (and When) to Find the Right Caregiver for Your Elderly Loved Ones

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Many nannies in Canada are assuming more responsibility in their job description than as traditionally defined. While childcare should always take priority in positions with young children, more and more families are utilizing the household management skills of their nannies to contribute to the improvement of the overall well-being of their family life and home. […]

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Nannies in Canada – Defined

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As an employer you may not always know the laws that pertain to employing a caregiver. Diamond Personnel ensures that their employers are compliant with all legal requirements that are involved with hiring a local or overseas caregiver. The following is a list of some employment rights that are necessary to ensure you are up […]

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Employment Rights Of Caregivers

Samantha C.

She has been a partner in not only making sure my daughter grows up safe and healthy, but also polite, kind, and educated from an early age. I am so fortunate to have found Maria with Diamond’s help, as my life could not be as it is without her."

"Maria hasn’t simply joined our family, she has grown up with it, and is fundamental to it. 

Wooley Family

She is always taking the kids to the parks to do outdoor activities and gets the two older boys to school on time. Sheila is the best cook ever she can make homemade dumplings, wontons, stir fry, spaghetti, homemade garlic lemon chicken fingers and the list goes on. 

"Sheila has the most positive, resilient and heart felt personality. Sheila is an early riser and every morning she is happy and upbeat and 100% reliable.

Newhook Family

As first time parents we look to Brenda for guidance, as she is a mom and has raised many other babies. She’s punctual, reliable, trustworthy and helps with many household tasks such as cooking and cleaning. 

"In just a few short months Brenda has become an integral part of our family and we couldn’t be happier! Her beautiful spirit and positive attitude reassured us we made the right decision. 

ABOUT US

Your Search for the Perfect Fit Begins and Ends with Diamond. You deserve the absolute best caregivers and household support so you can gain more time to do the things you love! Our passion, purpose, and promise is to help you fill the gaps at home with the best childcare and household professionals in Canada. We give you peace of mind so you can take advantage of every opportunity available to you. 

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