Services

  • Preparation of detailed caregiver portfolio

  • Assistance in creating a work agreement between families and caregivers

  • Professional resources for payroll and tax questions (see “Household Employer Resources” below)

  • CPR and First Aid classes available for caregivers and parents

  • Quarterly workshops to promote excellence in our profession

  • Comprehensive applicant screening


Fees

Enrollment fee: $175
This is a one-time, non-refundable fee and is required before we send nanny candidates to you.

1-time fee for Permanent full and part-time nanny placements: $1,925

1-time fee for Temporary placements (3 months or less): Varies according to how long nanny will be needed.

1-time fee for 1-year of On-Call Services: $600 

Temporary Night Nanny and Doula placement: 15% of CareGivers’ total earnings (will not exceed permanent day nanny placement fee of $1,925)


Household Employer Resources

Any employer who expects to pay more than the annual wage threshold to a single employee ($2,400 for 2023) has legal tax obligations.

Tax Responsibilities for Virginia Household Employers

For paperwork relief, many parents hire a payroll and tax service. The following industry leaders provide free consultations to Ghent CareGivers clients:

HomePay

HomeWork Solutions


The placement process was great. I really appreciated the timeliness of responses to our questions. The placement specialist completely understood our situation and needs from the beginning.
— Cordovana Family