Anonymous
12/12/2023 09:37
Subject: Re:Holiday bonus for weekend caregiver
Thanks for the additional responses - helpful!
Anonymous
12/11/2023 21:04
Subject: Re:Holiday bonus for weekend caregiver
I agree — I’d do $200 - 250. Next year I’d probably do the equivalent of a week’s pay — so at least whatever she’s earning for those two days a week, rounded up — so, about $350, perhaps with a small, more personal gift.
Anonymous
12/11/2023 20:56
Subject: Holiday bonus for weekend caregiver
I agree with the PP; I’d pay $250. I’ve never found a downside to being generous with caregivers.
Anonymous
12/11/2023 16:42
Subject: Re:Holiday bonus for weekend caregiver
Any other suggestions here or did the PP largely nail it?
Anonymous
12/10/2023 13:15
Subject: Holiday bonus for weekend caregiver
Anonymous wrote:I think a lot depends on where you live.
We live on the eastern shore of Maryland in one of the poorest counties of Maryland (i.e. low pay.)
Also be aware it is challenging to get weekend caregivers. It is much easier to get weekday caregivers.
Since she started in November and FIL really likes her I'd go minimum $100. I'd go up to $250.
Thanks for your prompt reply. I asked her if she liked her in order to convey that this would be a good time to let the young woman know - more than a "thank you and have a good night" at the end of the shift.
Interested in others' experiences, but, PP, thank you for this solid reply.
Anonymous
12/10/2023 12:45
Subject: Holiday bonus for weekend caregiver
I think a lot depends on where you live.
We live on the eastern shore of Maryland in one of the poorest counties of Maryland (i.e. low pay.)
Also be aware it is challenging to get weekend caregivers. It is much easier to get weekday caregivers.
Since she started in November and FIL really likes her I'd go minimum $100. I'd go up to $250.
We live on the eastern shore of Maryland in one of the poorest counties of Maryland (i.e. low pay.)
Also be aware it is challenging to get weekend caregivers. It is much easier to get weekday caregivers.
Since she started in November and FIL really likes her I'd go minimum $100. I'd go up to $250.
Anonymous
12/10/2023 12:41
Subject: Holiday bonus for weekend caregiver
My MiL just asked me how much she should give for a holiday bonus for the caregiver who comes from 9-5 on Satudays/Sundays. The young woman started in November and earns $20/hour. MiL really likes her, so I want to suggest an amount that signals that.
Appreciate suggestions from people currently giving out bonuses for weekend hires. TIA.
Appreciate suggestions from people currently giving out bonuses for weekend hires. TIA.