Your role as an Au Pair: This is not something clearly defined by the regulations, and you have heard lots about it at orientation; but what you bring to your job as an Au Pair can make a tremendous difference in your year for both you and your host family. Your host family will expect Read More
RI Driver's License Information
RI law allows au pairs to drive in the State of Rhode Island for one year with either an international driver’s license or a license from your home country (along with a translation of the license). If you plan to apply for a Rhode Island driver’s license, you must take all of the following documents Read More
Au Pair "Welcome" Ideas
Some families like to send a “welcome package” to their au pairs while they are at Orientation, and many have asked for ideas and suggestions as to what might be appropriate. I have listed a few suggestions below. Welcome packages may be sent directly to the hotel, and should be marked clearly with your au Read More
Au Pairs and Host Families Enjoy Holiday Open House
Many of our Au Pairs and some host families enjoyed a Holiday Open House at Glen Manor House in Portsmouth, Rhode Island on December 11. The charming country mansion was decorated beautifully for the holidays. There was holiday music, performances by local talent, and festive treats were served. Santa soon arrived and Read More
Regulations Regarding Foreign Drivers Licenses
According to the Rhode Island Department of Motor Vehicles Enforcement Department, au pairs who are in the United States participating in a child care/cultural exchange program, may drive for one year with either an international driver’s license or a license from their home country (along with a translation of the license). Official regulations are outlined Read More
How to Access I-94 Card
Your computerized I-94 record (arrival/departure card) is available for you to print out in as little as 24 hours after your arrival. You will need your I-94 card information in order to apply for a social security card and/or driver’s license. The I-94 card electronic record can be accessed and printed out from the Customs Read More
November Cluster Meeting – Bowling at Town Hall Lanes
We really had fun bowling at Town Hall Lanes on Sunday night — it turns out that some of our au pairs are very skilled at duckpin bowling! Some expressed interest in returning on their own to do it again — you may want to sign up with Town Hall Lanes to receive coupons and Read More
Happy Thanksgiving!
Here is a famous illustration by Norman Rockwell, a 20th century American painter, which describes his vision of Thanksgiving Most au pairs will be experiencing their very first Thanksgiving celebration this week. Thanksgiving Day in America is a time to gather with family and friends for holiday meals. It is a Read More
Winter Sports and Sports Insurance
With winter sports season approaching, I wanted to make sure everyone understands how the medical coverage works for sports related injuries. There is a list of “high-risk sports/activities” that are not covered with the basic or upgrade medical insurance plans. Those activities are only covered with the Sports Insurance Package (also known as Option A.)Read More
Halloween Activities for Au Pairs and Children in Rhode Island
Halloween is celebrated on October 31st in the United States. It is a favorite family celebration – a time for traditions such as dressing in costumes, trick-or-treating around the neighborhood, and carving pumpkins. American children dress up in funny or scary costumes and go “trick or treating”. The neighbors are expected to Read More