Stories of Appreciation
All across the country, people are telling their stories of appreciation for the caregivers and domestic workers in their lives.
Alexander De Leon honors their abuelita, a magical woman is making life possible for her children and her children’s children
Dear Abuelita, I have an immense love riveting within me for your devout nature to our home and family. A magical woman is making life possible for her children and her children’s children. Alicia’s domestic work reinforces the significant potential for endless love...
Maggie Ornstein honors her grandmother and mother, the care wasn’t one way, there was reciprocity
My mom's medical event happened when she was 49. I was 17 and my grandmother was in her late 80s. When my mom came home, my grandmother became her caregiver at the age of 92 years old. However, the care wasn't one way, there was reciprocity. My mother could do...
Garret Frey honors his mother, my caregiver, and my everything
I am honoring my mom who has remained my constant, my caregiver, and my everything. For over 34 years, she has taking care of my medical and personal needs. I do not know where I would be without her as she has the toughest job anyone shall have. Taking care of...
Maria Del Mar honors Debra Cooper, our baby Jesse’s nanny
Maria Del Mar honors Debra Cooper, our baby Jesse's nanny. I am so grateful that Debra is in our family's life. She has made it possible for me to be a working mom. Debra has been with our family since Jesse was four months old and I went back to work full time. I...
Susan Barbash, Eric, Ani and Jonah Katz, honor Keara for the fun, care and all that she gave their family
Keara lived with our family during summer vacations and took care of me from ages 6-12. She was like the super cool older sister or cousin that I never had. She was incredibly vivacious and outgoing, and could be an antidote to my anxious and reserved personality. We...
Emma Katz honors Elizabeth Gonzalez for her support as a nanny
Liz looked after my children from when my firstborn Max was 5 months old. When I was a struggling new mom, she gave me tips and guidance and essential breaks. As a new parent, it was a relief to see how happy and cared for my kids were with her, and I deeply...
Rachel Simon honors Rilka for the impact she has had in their life
I am honoring our nanny Rilka. Watching my baby light up with a smile every time she comes through the door makes me so grateful that we found each other. She helps and impacts us immeasurably, and we feel so lucky to have her caring for our child and sharing her...
Julia Solow & Family honor former nanny Jackie Newton
Jackie provided child care for us and made a lasting impression on us all with her positive, loving and caring attitude. She is a genuinely amazing human being and we were so fortunate to have her in our family's life. Even now, more than 30 years later, we are still...