The Cost of Caring. The Lives Of The Filipino Immigrant Who Tend To The Needs Of Others.

After Emma realized that her white-collar job in the Philippines would never pay her enough to send her children to college, she came to New York and became a nanny.

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Filipina ‘baby whisperer’ flourishes in New York

Ruby Sibal known as the ‘baby whisperer’, is a newborn care professional and the founder of Beyond Baby Care LLC, currently located in New York City. Originally from the Philippines, Ruby’s grew up working in her family’s floral business, but has also enjoyed a diverse career path that included event management, make-up artistry and working for an airline. 

Ruby's expertise in baby care, including infant massage, is cited in Mamaviews.com, the well-known newborn/baby care website in the United States. Her clients are all praises of her, dubbing her as the Mary Poppins of the baby nurses. Sibal’s clients range from pediatricians, first time parents, women who have delicate pregnancies or had C-sections, and others who want to have someone assist them in caring for their delicate infants. READ MORE

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A Filipina Family Chef of Billionaire CEO was Shoved to Death in Front of New York Subway Train

A Filipina working as family cook of Blackstone CEO in Manhattan was pushed onto the tracks Monday November 7th 2016 afternoon as a southbound No. 1 train pulled into the Times Square station and she was pronounced dead on the scene shortly afterward.

The victim was identified as 49-year-old Connie Watton, of Astoria Queens NY. Witnesses immediately alerted police officers, who apprehended the suspect in the station.

“Out of a million people, this had to happen to her? She was honestly the most caring, loving, honest person I ever met. She would never hurt anybody. She never feared the city,” said the brother-in-law, who declined to give his name. READ MORE...

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Caregiver’s Guide to Understanding Different Behaviors

Are your folks getting really old and acting weird and you don't know what to do? You're not alone. Millions of Americans face the challenges of caring for a loved one. While it can be a richly rewarding experience, the role comes with enormous responsibilities. The better prepared you are to deal with the situation, the easier the task will be. This comprehensive manual gently guides you along the way, addressing all aspects of caregiving, from health, housing, and legal matters to ways to handle the emotional transitions, where to find support, and how to care for the caregiver.

Whether it means caring for a parent, spouse, close friend or other loved one, becoming a caregiver is challenging. The responsibility can fall to you suddenly, and you may not feel fully prepared for what lies ahead. Although every situation is different, there are many questions and tasks that all new caregivers must face. There’s a lot to cover, and we’ve put together this guide to cover these topics. Whether you are about to become a caregiver or planning for the future, this guide can help you organize your thoughts, make sure that you’re handling all the important tasks, and give you some peace of mind.

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