How au pairs shape lives: Insights from former host kids

How au pairs shape lives: Insights from former host kids

See how growing up with an au pair influences host kids’ confidence, connection to culture, and lifelong outlook.

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The rising cost of childcare—and how hosting an au pair can help

The rising cost of childcare—and how hosting an au pair can help

With childcare costs increasing across the U.S., many families are searching for a flexible and affordable solution. Learn how hosting an au pair can provide high-quality, cost-effective childcare while enriching your family unit.

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Meet Issy from the UK: 2025 Au Pair of the Year

Meet Issy from the UK: 2025 Au Pair of the Year

From stepping into a busy household to supporting her host family through the demands of military life, Issy’s impact on the Bright family has been truly remarkable.

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When care goes above and beyond: Meet our 2025 Pink Heart recipients

When care goes above and beyond: Meet our 2025 Pink Heart recipients

Here’s how the au pairs honored with Cultural Care’s 2025 Pink Heart Award showed exceptional care and commitment to their host families during challenging times.

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A host family guide: Au pairs and household chores

A host family guide: Au pairs and household chores

Au pairs can be a big help with child-related chores, but it’s important to know what tasks fall within the program guidelines. Here’s what your au pair can—and can’t—do around the house.

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Recognizing remarkable au pairs: Meet our 2025 Au Pair of the Year finalists

Recognizing remarkable au pairs: Meet our 2025 Au Pair of the Year finalists

Here’s how the au pairs nominated for Cultural Care’s 2025 Au Pair of the Year award create unforgettable and impactful bonds with their host families.

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Celebrating outstanding host families: Meet our 2025 Host Family of the Year finalists

Celebrating outstanding host families: Meet our 2025 Host Family of the Year finalists

Here’s how the families nominated for Cultural Care’s 2025 Host Family of the Year award embrace the spirit of cultural exchange and make their au pairs feel right at home.

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Au pairs and household chores: what and how much is ok?

Au pairs and household chores: what and how much is ok?

We discuss what household chores au pairs can do and what chores are outside the limitations of the au pair program.

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How does an au pair work?

How does an au pair work?

The ins and outs of hosting an au pair shouldn't be confusing! We're here to help you understand how au pair childcare can change your life for the better.

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2022 Host Family of the Year Finalists

2022 Host Family of the Year Finalists

Meet the finalists for our Host Family of the Year! These families have opened their hearts and homes to au pairs from around the world, creating unforgettable bonds and lifelong memories

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2022 Au Pair of the Year finalists

2022 Au Pair of the Year finalists

Meet our finalists for the prestigious Au Pair of the Year Award in 2022!

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Introducing our 2023 Host Families of the Year!

Introducing our 2023 Host Families of the Year!

Meet the Gerrity family in Maryland and the Jaz family in New York who both won Cultural Care's 2023 Host Family of the Year award

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