STAMFORD, Conn., Jan. 31,
2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The demand for reliable,
affordable childcare has surged as the Trump administration
mandates all federal employees return to the office full-time,
impacting thousands of working families. According to the Center
for American Progress, about 51% of people in the United States live in childcare
deserts—areas where there is little to no access to childcare
assistance—making it even harder for working parents to secure
consistent childcare. As childcare costs continue to rise and
availability remains limited, the au pair program presents a
flexible and cost-effective solution for parents returning to the
office.
Au pairs are young international caregivers who come to the U.S.
on J-1 Exchange Visitor visas as part of the BridgeUSA program.
They provide families with live-in childcare assistance and a
meaningful cultural exchange experience. For host families, the
cost is per family, not per child, offering a more affordable
alternative to traditional childcare. Unlike daycare centers, au
pairs live with host families and provide personalized care
tailored to the family's needs. This is particularly beneficial for
federal employees with unpredictable schedules and those who
require part-time or split-shift childcare options.
Au Pair in America's Senior Vice President, Jean Quinn, explains that the au pair program
has been helping federal workers' families for decades: "Since
1986, families working for the Federal Government have been
welcoming au pairs into their homes to share their cultures and
assist with childcare. As more and more of these families are
called 'back to the office,' Au Pair in America is here to support
them in this transition as their childcare needs may change."
Au Pair in America, established in 1986, is the first legal au
pair program in the U.S. designated by the Department of State. It
matches host families with vetted au pairs and provides support
services throughout the program.
As federal employees return to the office, now is the perfect
time to explore the benefits of hosting an au pair with Au Pair in
America. The program is offering a special discount to U.S.
government workers when they apply to host an au pair between
January 30, 2024, and March 1, 2025, and match with an au pair by
May 31, 2025.
About Au Pair in America:
The nation's first au pair program, Au Pair in America,
combines live-in childcare and cultural exchange for a mutually
rewarding and enriching experience for the entire family. Au Pair
in America receives au pair applicants from nearly 60 countries.
Headquartered in Stamford,
Connecticut, Au Pair in America maintains offices in five
countries with a network of more than 600 employees worldwide. For
more information about Au Pair in America,
visit AuPairInAmerica.com.
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