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Press Releases - 2010

Press Releases

We publish all press releases from the au pair industry to keep host families informed and updated on the daily operations of the au pair agencies.

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Archived Press Releases

2011    2010    2009


Au Pairs and Host Families, Can We Please Call A Truce?

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE PRLog (Press Release) – Oct 13, 2010 –

As a child I remember my mother reading magazines full of a topic that was clearly hot in its day: the sex war. I grew up thinking men and women were at each other like mongooses and cobras. I used to wonder how I ever came to be. Well men, bless ’em, with their metrosexuality and feminine sides (and fronts judging by the moobs on show on my beach holiday) have conceded a little and shifted towards the middle ground. They meet us, oh about quarter way these days.

Perhaps hostility rushes to fill a vacuum, because a new domestic war has been declared. This time it’s behind the nursery curtains. I have to say it’s the au pairs that started it. Au Pair, a recently published book dishes the domestic dirt on the British host family in earthmover quantities. The quote attributed to it I can’t get out of my head is “These people have no shame and behave as swines,” Oh the denunciation! Oh the grammar! The plural is ‘swine’ Svetlana.

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goAUPAIR Now Offers Vietnamese Au Pairs

October 2010 22:50

Along with new diplomatic actions in the historical conference on the American Experience in Southeast Asia this week, where Secretary of State Hillary Clinton talked about cultural exchanges help shaping the post-war relationship between the U.S. and Vietnam, goAUPAIR is excited to announce the availability of Au Pairs from Vietnam.

The announcement comes after months of anticipation. Now, goAUPAIR is among the few agencies able to offer Vietnamese Au Pairs to Host Families across the United States. Host Families will be able to browse Vietnamese Au Pair profiles in the coming months. Au Pairs from Vietnam are highly sought after due to their meek character, respect for adults and hard work ethic.

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Cultural Exchange and Kid Care

Independent.com

International Au Pair Exchange Beginning in Santa Barbara

Wednesday, September 29, 2010

Kim Clark, local fitness instructor and Santa Barbara resident, former director of sales and marketing for The Santa Barbara Region Chamber of Commerce and research manager for the Santa Barbara News-Press, has joined The International Au Pair Exchange (TIAPE) team as a Local Exchange Coordinator.

Recently designated by the U.S. Department of State to administer an au pair program, TIAPE places carefully screened au pairs between the ages of 18 and 26 from foreign countries with qualified host families in California, Oregon, and Washington. Au pairs from the U.S. can also be placed with host families abroad. LECs provide continuous support to both au pairs and host families in their areas and help them maximize their program experience.

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The International Au Pair Exchange Launches New Au Pair Program

(Bellingham, Wa. – September 20, 2010) – Based in Bellingham, Wa., The International Au Pair Exchange (TIAPE) has recently been designated by the U.S. Department of State to administer an au pair program. One of only 13 designated au pair exchange organizations in the country, TIAPE places carefully screened au pairs between the ages of 18 and 26 from foreign countries with qualified host families in California, Oregon, and Washington. Au pairs from the U.S. can also be placed with host families abroad.

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Free Family Event with International Flair in Altamont NY

PR.com Press Release September 13, 2010

On September 25th families in the Capital District can enjoy a day filled with friends, festivities and foreign exchange. AuPairCare is hosting its first annual International Family Day Event at Indian ladder Farms in Altamont NY starting at noon.

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The French Language has Taken a Back Seat over Mandarin and Spanish

With languages becoming more global, it is our duty as parents to give the next generation of children the maximum opportunities for learning.

New York, NY (PRWEB) August 13, 2010 -- Fabrice Jaumont is involved in the French- English dual language program starting in Kindergarten classes, in alliance with the French consulate and the New York public School system. Now, Christina Houri, Founder and President of lepetitparadispreschool.com is proposing the implementation of French classes to the private schools sector starting in Kindergarten.

Miss Houri, saw that there is a demand with American families wanting to enroll their children at Le Petit Paradis Preschool. Unfortunately, these children do not have a way of continuing the French language in Kindergarten. Most private schools, start teaching languages in Elementary School, with some exceptions like Sacred Heart, offering French in Kindergarten.

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Photos From the Field

July 21, 2010 by chinewsblog

We should create a new segment here at the CHI News Blog – Au Pairs with Celebrities!  Recently au pair Lisa Stephan from Germany came across actor Ben Stein in Georgetown.  Ben was kind enough to pose for a photo.

AuPairClearinghouse:  CHI AuPair we agree with you - that would be a great segment for your blog!  To read more about this au pair agency, visit chiaupairusa.org/.  To read more news in their blog, click the link below!

 chinewsblog


AuPairCare High-Quality Child Care Creates Smarter Kids

(Vocus) July 15, 2010

As children go back to school this fall, one of the most important tools for success is not a good breakfast or new school supplies – but high-quality child care, such as the live-in child care (aupaircare.com) offered by AuPairCare international au pairs (aupaircare.com). As reported by a national research study published in Child Development magazine, good child care not only affects children during the preschool years, but could create a significant difference in academic development and performance during adolescence as well.

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Nanny Costs Rising

Au Pair Care International Au Pairs

Are an Affordable Solution

PR WEB June 10 2010

Au Pair Care international au pairs offer parents an affordable childcare option amidst newly passed state senate legislation in New York that could raise the cost of in-home childcare.

(Vocus) -- The New York State Senate passed a bill last week requiring more paid protection for its domestic workers, including nannies. The new bill could result in increases in the cost of child-care for families, unless a caregiver’s benefits already meet the new standards. Au Pair Care, a leading au pair agency providing live-in childcare services to American families, already provides these benefits for its au pairs – making it an affordable childcare alternative for New York families.

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Day Care Services in The U.S. Generate $58 Billion

Always In Demand - Even in Recessions - June 9 2010

New market study analyzes the United States day care services/centers industry. A comprehensive business analysis of industry size, growth, major issues, political and legislative outlook, operating ratios, competitors and market share, fees, franchising, employer-based, church-based day care, industry structure/types of providers, and parent/customer demographics.

Forecasts to 2013. Primary & secondary research study presenting data from trade associations, Census Bureau surveys, competitors, phone interviews & proprietary research. Current number of foreign au pairs in United States reach 17,000...

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goAUPAIR to welcome Elizabeth Trail

goAUPAIR is pleased to welcome Elizabeth Trail as the new Local Area Representative for the Richmond,VA area.

Online PR News – 24-May-2010

As a Local Area Representative, Elizabeth will help educate families about the Au Pair program and provide year-round support to those who host an Au Pair from goAUPAIR.  Elizabeth will personally meet with and interview prospective Host Families ensuring they meet the regulations set by the Department of State and will help them understand the benefits of hosting an Au Pair. Along with helping Host Families, Elizabeth will also host activities for Au Pairs in the area, allowing the young international adults a chance to get to know the Richmond,VA area, meet other local Au Pairs and share learning experiences.

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InterExchange Au Pair USA Launches New 10-Minute Online Application Process

Quicker and more convenient application process now available to new and re-
applying host families. Host family applications received online prior to May
15th to receive $600 discount.
 
(PRWEB) April 15, 2010 -- InterExchange Au Pair USA has just announced the launch
of a highly anticipated new online application feature. Their new “10 minute”
application makes it easier and more convenient for new and re-applying host
families to sign up for the Au Pair USA program.

“Our host families requested a more convenient online application that fits their
busy lives.” explains Michael McHugh, Program Director for Au Pair USA. “We’re
finding that families often research their childcare options through online
resources, and they prefer to complete the process online.”
 

goAUPAIR Announces New Service Area in Maryland, USA.

goAUPAIR is pleased to announce Accokeek, MD as the newest service area for Au Pair child care. With the increased demand from Accokeek's families for affordable child care alternatives, goAUPAIR has decided to expand its services to Accokeek, providing year-round support and information to families and Au Pairs about the benefits of cultural exchange coupled with child care.

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Mayumi Yano of InterExchange Au Pair USA Wins IAPA

“Au Pair of the Year” Award

A New Jersey family's au pair has been named the 2010

International Au Pair of the Year.

(PRWEB) March 27, 2010 -- Mayumi Yano, a 24-year old au pair from Musashi Murayamashi, Japan was honored as the 2010 International Au Pair of the Year at a waterfront ceremony in Miami, Florida. Each year the International Au Pair Association (IAPA) honors the one au pair whom they feel embodies the true spirit of being an au pair at their annual conference. Mayumi, an au pair with InterExchange’s Au Pair USA program, was nominated for the award by her Host Family, the Yadao-Cahill family of New Jersey who wrote a beautiful essay explaining why Mayumi deserves the award.

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goAUPAIR Extends Business Hours

 
Chicago, IL, March 28, 2010 --(PR.com)-- Giving their Host Families and Au Pairs the best customer service possible, makes goAUPAIR one of the leaders in customer service among Au Pair Agencies. As part of their continued commitment to quality service, beginning April 1, 2010, goAUPAIR headquarters will be extending its business hours.

To best serve their Host Families across the nation, goAUPAIR is now open from 9:00 am EST to 5:00 pm PST. Open 9 to 5 from East to West Coast. Besides their new business hours, their customers can service themselves 24/7 on their Web site through their exclusive Au Pair Preview and the Host Family Portal at anytime.

It is their hope that the extended hours will better service their customers from all over the United States, allowing them to have even better access to their dedicated Placement Coordinators. goAUPAIR is always striving to find better alternatives to provide the personal and quality customer service their clients deserve.


PR-USA.net Press Release, March 2010

Last year, AuPairCare held over 100 events nationwide donating 1800 furry friends to over 100 local charities.

Heidi Woehl, VP of AuPairCare, says "AuPairCare is present in many of same areas as Build-A-Bear Workshop stores and their motto that "a bear hug is understood in any language" is very much in-line with the role an au pair can play in the life of a child and host family. We are very excited about our continued partnership and the opportunity for our au pairs who make a difference in the lives of the children they care for, to extend the spirit of international friendship through these bears to other children in their area."

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Au Pair Care Names Their "Ultimate Au Pair" for 2010

IN THE ECONOMIC DOWNTURN, AUPAIRCARE LIVE-IN CHILDCARE DOES ITS PART TO PROVIDE FAMILIES WITH AFFORDABLE CHILDCARE

Au Pair Simona from Romania named this year’s “Ultimate Au Pair” San Francisco, CA – February 19, 2010 – AuPairCare, the recognized leader in live-in au pair childcare, today announced that they will maintain last year’s prices to accommodate families across the country seeking affordable childcare.

Heidi Woehl, vice president of AuPairCare says, “The economic downturn has forced the closure of daycare centers across the country and sent stay-at-home parents back to work, making it more difficult for families to find dependable care when they need it most. It is more important than ever that AuPairCare retain its low rates in this economic climate and provide parents with top-notch live-in childcare.”

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Ronald McDonald House in Albany to receive 10 teddy bears from AuPairCare’s Share-A-Bear party

AuPairCare, aupaircare.com, a leading au pair placement agency, is teaming up with Build-A-Bear Workshop stores nationwide for their second annual Share-A-Bear campaign which invites au pairs to give back to their local communities by making a bear to be donated to a local children’s charity. Last year, AuPairCare held over 100 events nationwide donating 1800 furry friends to over 100 local charities.

Heidi Woehl, VP of AuPairCare, says “AuPairCare is present in many of same areas as Build-A-Bear Workshop stores and their motto that “a bear hug is understood in any language” is very much in-line with the role an au pair can play in the life of a child and host family. We are very excited about our continued partnership and the opportunity for our au pairs who make a difference in the lives of the children they care for, to extend the spirit of international friendship through these bears to other children in their area.”

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