Can domestic helpers receive cash instead of unused annual leave days?
August 6, 2021 3:43 pm Leave your thoughtsMany domestic helpers have had to delay annual leave holidays due to the COVID-19 situations. See our article for more... View Article
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Can domestic helpers quarantine in Hotels beyond the 21-days or voluntarily before joining a new family?
June 23, 2021 5:26 pm Leave your thoughtsNo. We called the Labour Department to inquire about this. We received the response that domestic helpers who processed overseas... View Article
Baby and Infant Care Courses for Domestic Helpers. What is the Uplifters Online Baby Care Course?
May 21, 2021 5:57 pm Leave your thoughtsWe do our best to keep our articles up-to-date. Please double-check with the relevant organisations directly for the latest. Congratulations!... View Article
How can domestic helpers extend their contracts with the same employer for 1-3 months?
May 7, 2021 1:46 pm Leave your thoughtsIf the domestic helper and employer wish to lengthen the two-year contract by a short period, the Helper should apply... View Article
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February 18, 2021 1:43 pm Leave your thoughtsSubscribe to the Fair Agency Bulletin for updates affecting domestic helper hiring and managing. Once you sign up, you’ll receive a... View Article
How can domestic helpers clean windows safely?
January 15, 2021 12:08 pm Leave your thoughtsAs many Hong Kong homes are in high-rise buildings, it is important to take safety precautions in cleaning windows. The... View Article
A Guide for Expectant Parents: Uplifters x Holly Wong Yoga x Fair Agency
December 20, 2020 5:46 pm Leave your thoughtsHello and congratulations! Having a baby is an exciting and busy time. We created this guide to help families who... View Article
Special notes on termination while coronavirus restrictions are in place
March 25, 2020 6:07 am Leave your thoughtsThe current COVID-19 situation poses great uncertainty for employers and workers who may be planning to part ways. FEA has... View Article
Can employers ask domestic helpers to stay in on their day off because of COVID-19 concerns?
February 20, 2020 4:14 pm Leave your thoughtsFor workers, their day off is the only time that they have to manage personal matters. Understandably, they may wish... View Article
What should I consider when hiring a co-worker for a domestic helper?
September 25, 2019 4:47 pm Leave your thoughtsCommon reasons for employers to consider hiring a second domestic helper or “co-worker” include: increase in workload due to changes... View Article