Respect household privacy
Understand when photographs and videos must never be taken or shared.
Read the privacy guide →Articles & guide centre
Essential reading for employers and domestic helpers.
Practical Singapore-focused articles covering first-time hiring, care, costs, interviews, adjustment, financial assistance, safety and privacy.
Helper knowledge & safety
Important lessons for working safely in a Singapore household.
These guides turn real Singapore cases into practical, respectful guidance that helpers and employers can discuss before work begins.
Care for infants and toddlers safely
Use close supervision, calm routines and safe escalation when a child needs attention.
Read the child-safety guide →Stay away from illegal loans
Recognise illegal moneylending approaches and never promote, forward or assist them.
Read the moneylending guide →15 detailed articlesFor employers, families and migrant domestic workers
Beyond Employment: Building a Lasting Employer–Helper Relationship
What a CNA reunion story can teach families and helpers about trust, gratitude, communication and mutual respect.
Read full article →Engaging a Helper for the First Time
Eligibility, the Employer Orientation Programme, household planning, interviews and the first month.
Read full article →How Much Does It Cost to Hire a Helper?
One-time hiring costs, monthly employment expenses and the questions to ask before signing.
Read full article →Maid Levy Rates and Concessions
Normal rates, the $60 concession and where to verify your household’s eligibility.
Read full article →Fresh Helper vs Transfer Helper
Compare adjustment, experience, timeline and matching considerations without relying on labels.
Read full article →Questions to Ask a Domestic Helper
Practical, scenario-based questions for childcare, eldercare and household expectations.
Read full article →Direct Hiring a Helper in Singapore
What direct hire means and which Work Permit, insurance and processing steps still apply.
Read full article →Financial Help for Eldercare at Home
HCG, levy concession, EASE, mobility support, ComCare and where families can verify eligibility.
Read full article →First Time Working in Singapore
Arrival, the Settling-in Programme, household adjustment, agreed terms and support contacts.
Read full article →Help Your New Helper Settle In
Accommodation, gradual training, communication, rest, food and well-being.
Read full article →Welcome to Singapore
A simple mobile guide employers can send directly to their helper.
Read full article →Household Privacy, Photos and Videos
Clear rules for recording inside an employer’s home, sharing media and protecting children, elderly persons and private family moments.
Read full article →Infant and Toddler Care Safety
Close supervision, safe routines, managing frustration and what to do when a young child may be in danger.
Read full article →Illegal Moneylending Risks for MDWs
Warning signs, consequences, a real SPF case and official reporting routes.
Read full article →PDPA, Helper Biodata and Family Privacy
Practical guidance for documents, interviews, photographs, household details and social media.
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