Updated 02 February 2026 Hiring a domestic helper is a big decision, and many employers find themselves choosing between a full-time foreign domestic helper and a local part-time domestic worker. A full-time domestic helper offers continuity, familiarity with household routines,…
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“Should I go to the government clinic or emergency room? I heard that the waiting time is very long…” “Am I entitled to the service in public hospitals? What documents should I bring?” You may have the above questions when…
It is important to offer your domestic helper a proper living quarter so that she can gain enough rest after a long day working. But things get a tad more complicated when it comes to the accommodation arrangement as foreign…
HelperChoice has carried out a survey with 957 domestic helpers currently deployed in Hong Kong where they shared with us how they will celebrate Christmas this year, in-light of the current political unrest in the city. This year shows a…
Helperchoice, the major Hong Kong-based leading online platform helping employers find the right helper, conducted a survey among about 200 domestic workers and the results are astonishing. Following the announcement of a Bill seeking to amend the Employment Ordinance to…
HelperChoice has carried out a survey with 982 domestic helpers currently deployed in Hong Kong where they shared with us how the current unrest is affecting their daily lives and work. This study follows the Philippines Labor Secretary statement on…
Updated 02 February 2026 HelperChoice, the leading online platform helping employers find the right helper, conducted a survey among 1180 domestic workers about their rest days and leave. Giving enough rest to domestic workers is essential so that they can…
Tightening of social distancing measures (again) On July 23, the HK government has maintained its social distancing regulations to only allow restaurants and places of worship to have 50% of the original seating capacity. Restaurants cannot provide dine-in service after…
Updated 02 February 2026 Needless to say that speaking the same language as your conversation partner greatly simplifies things – the same applies to your domestic worker. Allowing time for your helper to develop her language skills is essential in…