Human Trafficking

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Did you know Human trafficking is the crime of using force, fraud, or coercion to compel someone TO WORK or to engage in commercial sex. If that surprised you, check out the 2020 Federal Trafficking Report that dropped from the Human Trafficking Institute first week of June.  A wealth of eye opening information and data…

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GOING BEYOND PUBLIC RECORDS CHECKS

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It is of value and some relevance to revisit the previously addressed difference between Screenings and Background Investigations in our 2018 August posting, “A NANNY BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION OR SCREENING?”. Emphasis was made qualifying the difference between an Investigation and a Screening noting an Investigation as a formal systematic inspection and methodical inquiry and examination or…

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INCREASING SUICIDE PREVENTION AWARENESS FOR CAREGIVERS

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National Suicide Prevention Week, this year from Sunday September 8, to Saturday September 14, 2019 is an annual week-long campaign in the United States to inform and engage health professionals and the general public about suicide prevention and warning signs of suicide. It’s difficult to NOT become aware of any suicide incidents within recent years…

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INTRODUCING SITUATIONAL AWARENESS TO CHILDREN

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At the risk of under-addressing the topic, the purpose of this article is to introduce an important safety aspect to your children that they may practice with and without your presence as well as with your care givers including a baby sitter, nanny or Au-pair. It is an attribute and necessity at the basic level…

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A NANNY BACKGROUND INVESTIGATION OR SCREENING?

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The preliminary and initial interview for your prospective Nanny or Au Pair is one of the pillars of the foundation of your future arrangement with whom you will entrust your most precious jewels. This and secondary interviews will establish the framework for expectations and guidance for acceptable operational standards and protocols within your family structure.…

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