Nicole Fabian-Weber

2 weeks ago | care.com | Nicole Fabian-Weber

By the time kids graduate from fifth grade, they’ve aged out of most summer day camps. And while most rising sixth graders (and older) don’t need constant supervision, the reality is, they do need constructive activities during the long summer break. “The summer can be a great time to teach your tween or teen about balance,” notes Kristen Mosier, a licensed marriage and family therapist in New York and New Jersey.

2 weeks ago | care.com | Nicole Fabian-Weber

Whether you’re an in-home caregiver, health aide or companion, when it comes to senior caregiving, taxes are generally part of the deal. And if you’re hired directly, in most cases, the IRS considers you a household employee. “That means your employer handles payroll taxes and withholds Social Security and Medicare taxes — and you need to pay your share too,” explains Paul Miller, managing partner and CPA at Miller & Co. in New York City.

4 weeks ago | care.com | Nicole Fabian-Weber

After months spent indoors (tracking in dirt and having god knows what pile up), warm weather innately gives folks the itch to clean and start the season fresh. Spring cleaning, as it’s known,  is a “seasonal refresh for your home, giving you an opportunity to clear out the dust, grime and clutter that accumulated over the winter months,” says Marla Mock, president of Molly Maid, a Neighborly company.

1 month ago | care.com | Nicole Fabian-Weber

Crafts may really have their moment in preschool, but the truth is, there is no age limit when it comes to crafting. In fact, folks would be remiss if they gave up on crafts with age, as studies have shown that crafts for seniors boast a number of health benefits, including improving fine motor function, learning abilities and problem solving, as well as providing inner satisfaction and self-confidence. Also, they’re fun.

1 month ago | care.com | Nicole Fabian-Weber

Fact: It’s always a good idea to have a few brain teasers for kids in your back pocket. Whether you want to stump them during a long car ride, while you’re in line at the grocery store or while you’re just hanging in the yard together, it’s a great way to pass time, bond and have a little fun. (Also, kids always love trying to best you with their thinking skills!)From animal riddles to tricky math problems, here are 55 brain teasers for kids. May the odds be ever in your favor, kiddos.