Family Assistants & House Managers
A house manager typically overseas other staff in the home – whether you have a cook, maid, gardener, nanny or other help, the house manager can act as the intermediary between you and your staff and keep your home running like a well managed corporation. Both family/personal assistants and house managers enable you to spend your precious time enjoying your children and spouse and not worrying about juggling the myriad of tasks around your home. Here are a few agencies that may be able to help you with your search:
Robert Hanselman Domestic Agency
Starkey International Institute
The Help Company - Los Angeles
Town & Country Resources – Northern California
VIP Nannies & Household Staffing – Ventura, Santa Barbara, Los Angeles & Orange Co
Errand & Concierge Services
If you don’t need a full time assistant but want help with special projects, preparing for a vacation or helping you get your home ready for the holidays, you may want to find a local concierge or errand service. Here are a few services with search features so you can find someone in your area.
Heaven’s Touch - Los Angeles, CA
International Concierge & Errand Association
Simplify Home Solutions – Silicon Valley
The Occasional Wife – New Orleans
Urbane Concierge – Northern California
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