News
Ready to Find the Best Sitter for Your Family?
The families in the CareFinder community are incredibly diverse. They speak many languages and represent countries all over the world. Some have always been in Japan, others are brand new to the country. But while every family we work with is unique, many do face similar challenges when it comes to the mental and behavioral health of their members. Given the current situation and uncertainty related to Coronavirus, we wanted to remind you of resources available to help your family. Last fall, we spoke with Selena Hoy ,...
Summer Heat Safety Tips
2020-07-28
In case you haven't been outside lately (and with all this rain, it wouldn't be surprising!), just a head's up: it's hot out there! Summer in Japan is usually marked by warm weather and high humidity. Despite the extended rainy season, this year won't be an exception. Add to that the ongoing issue of COVID spread and the necessity to wear masks, being out and about in the summer heat can come with some very real health concerns. Dehydration and heat illness (or heat stroke) are common concerns exacerbated by mask-wearing. Luckily, there are simple things you and your family can do to stay...
Avoid Summer Brain Drain!
2020-07-22
Well, this "summer" is definitely different than previous years! To start, many international school students haven't been in the classroom since March and many public school students will unfortunately find their summer vacations shortened to make up for lost time. Silver lining? The dreaded "Summer Slide" or "Summer Brain Drain" effect may not be as much an issue this time around. After all, many students have *already* been learning remotely, so plenty of parents are well-versed in at-home educational activities (for better or for worse!). However, it still remains important to keep your...
While raising a child anywhere is a big job, raising one in Japan can present special challenges. Especially for parents of children with mixed Japanese heritage. Uchi-soto (which translates to "inside/outside") culture in Japan is a centuries-old societal structure that prioritizes belonging to groups. While Uchi-soto helps to build strong communities and relationships, it can also have the unfortunate effect of making anyone not in a group feel very much like an outsider. For children who have mixed Japanese heritage (traditionally referred to as “Hāfu,” a term which a growing number of...
Due to the recent incidents of sexual assault towards children (article is in Japanese) that occurred via another babysitter matching platform, CareFinder has held proactive discussions with the government regarding babysitter matching site regulations, the responsibilities of matching sites, current safety precautions, and what the industry can do to avoid these incidents in the future.
It is also important to discuss what can be done beyond the scope of a matching platform, a single company, or childcare facility....
Take Advantage of the Benefits of Joining СareFinder!