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Today is the last day of our #CareInPublic Twitter Week of Action! Homecare happens in the privacy of our homes, this week we're sharing our stories and making them public! Why do you care about raising wages for homecare workers? The LA Board of Supervisors needs to hear from ALL of us that it's #TimeFor20.

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Today is the last day of our #CareInPublic Twitter Week of Action! Homecare happens in the privacy of our homes, this week were sharing our stories and making them public! Why do you care about raising wages for homecare workers? The LA Board of Supervisors needs to hear from ALL of us that its #TimeFor20. Have you shared your story yet? Comment here and use our Action Toolkit to share your story on Twitter: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-w6DKWPJm8Wl7ID4xzx2JJAD5T46ce_ZSAWF5xhzM7k/edit
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" Domestic work takes place in our homes, our most intimate space. Why wouldn’t we want to ensure that we take care of the people who are taking care of us? Everyone benefits when workers have rights. " - Dana Barnett, Seattle / WA Organizer, Hand in Hand

Photo and quote from the July 28th Congressional Hearing for the National #DomesticWorkersBillOfRights. Present at the same hearing were opponents who made it clear that they do not want to extend basic rights to domestic workers. They argued that the legislation creates guidelines that would be too burdensome on employers—ignoring the simple fact that clear guidelines help employers demystify hiring and employment practices, and lead to better and long-lasting working relationships with employees.

Right now is the time to take action! We're kicking off a competition to see who can collect the most signatures on our National Domestic Workers Bill of Rights Petition in order to show that employers across the country overwhelmingly support this policy!

Join us for our kickoff event on Thursday, August 25th at 7:30PM EDT / 4:30PM PDT, to learn more about the competition, build your list of people to reach out to, and get fired up to collect hundreds of signatures so that we can send Congress a strong, unified message from employer, worker, and ally: we won't back down, and we're ready to win! RSVP here: https://secure.everyaction.com/wyqU3Ab3TEKJOoAGlQY… ... See MoreSee Less

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Domestic work takes place in our homes, our most intimate space. Why wouldn’t we want to ensure that we take care of the people who are taking care of us? Everyone benefits when workers have rights. - Dana Barnett, Seattle / WA Organizer, Hand in Hand Photo and quote from the July 28th Congressional Hearing for the National #DomesticWorkersBillOfRights. Present at the same hearing were opponents who made it clear that they do not want to extend basic rights to domestic workers. They argued that the legislation creates guidelines that would be too burdensome on employers—ignoring the simple fact that clear guidelines help employers demystify hiring and employment practices, and lead to better and long-lasting working relationships with employees. Right now is the time to take action! Were kicking off a competition to see who can collect the most signatures on our National Domestic Workers Bill of Rights Petition in order to show that employers across the country overwhelmingly support this policy! Join us for our kickoff event on Thursday, August 25th at 7:30PM EDT / 4:30PM PDT, to learn more about the competition, build your list of people to reach out to, and get fired up to collect hundreds of signatures so that we can send Congress a strong, unified message from employer, worker, and ally: we wont back down, and were ready to win! RSVP here: https://secure.everyaction.com/wyqU3Ab3TEKJOoAGlQY0Cw2?=FB
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"The Biden administration sought to shore up those programs, proposing $400 billion in new money for home- and community-based services in the Democrats’ social spending package. House Democrats put about $150 billion in their version that passed last year — but it was not included in the reconciliation package that the Senate passed this week, meaning it is unlikely providers will see new money any time soon."

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Are you thinking of hiring someone to help keep your house clean or do you already employ someone? Here are 5 ways to be a fair house cleaner employer and make your home a clean AND fair workplace:

1. Set clear expectations
Create a written work agreement.

2. Fair pay
Pay a living wage. In metropolitan areas, that's at least $25-$30/hr for no less than three hours per visit. Most house cleaners have long commutes between jobs and don’t receive most benefits.

3. Paid time off
Provide paid sick time, paid time off and annual bonuses.

4. Ongoing communication
Have regular check ins and annual evaluations. Express your appreciation as well as providing feedback on any areas for improvement.

5. Avoid using toxic products
Non-toxic cleaning is better for the environment, the people who live in your home and for the cleaner.

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Are you thinking of hiring someone to help keep your house clean or do you already employ someone? Here are 5 ways to be a fair house cleaner employer and make your home a clean AND fair workplace: 1. Set clear expectations Create a written work agreement. 2. Fair pay Pay a living wage. In metropolitan areas, thats at least $25-$30/hr for no less than three hours per visit. Most house cleaners have long commutes between jobs and don’t receive most benefits. 3. Paid time off Provide paid sick time, paid time off and annual bonuses. 4. Ongoing communication Have regular check ins and annual evaluations. Express your appreciation as well as providing feedback on any areas for improvement. 5. Avoid using toxic products Non-toxic cleaning is better for the environment, the people who live in your home and for the cleaner. For more information, visit our Resources page: https://domesticemployers.org/resources-and-faqs/Image attachmentImage attachment+5Image attachment
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