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To hire a family assistant, post the role on HomeHire, describe the schedules and errands you need covered, and contact the candidates you like directly. A family assistant keeps the household running smoothly: children's calendars, appointments, errands and home admin. Free for families through 2026. Candidates never pay.

At a glance

  • What they do: manage family calendars and appointments, run errands, handle deliveries and household paperwork, and coordinate with schools and vendors.
  • Different from a personal assistant: a personal assistant supports one person's calendar, travel and work admin. A family assistant supports the whole household.
  • Different from a house manager: a house manager runs the home and its vendors and staff. A family assistant supports the people in it.
  • Cost to you: Free for families through 2026. Candidates never pay.

Say what the role includes

  • Which calendars, appointments and school contacts the person manages.
  • Errands and whether driving is part of the role.
  • Household admin such as mail, paperwork and bills, and what needs your sign-off.
  • Schedule: set days, flexible hours or on call, and whether any evenings or weekends are needed.

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Frequently asked questions

What does a family assistant do?

A family assistant supports the household day to day: family calendars, appointments, errands, deliveries and household admin. Many also help with school communication and coordinating vendors.

What is the difference between a family assistant and a personal assistant?

A personal assistant supports one person, usually their calendar, travel and work admin. A family assistant supports the whole household and its routines.

What is the difference between a family assistant and a house manager?

A house manager runs the home itself: vendors, staff, supplies and maintenance. A family assistant supports the people living in it.

How do I hire a family assistant on HomeHire?

Post a role describing the tasks and schedule, review candidates who fit, and message the ones you like. You interview them, check references and agree pay and terms directly.

Is HomeHire free for families?

Yes. Free for families through 2026. Candidates never pay. You post a role, review candidates and contact the ones you like at no charge.

Who is the employer?

The family is the employer. HomeHire helps families and candidates find each other and connect directly. We do not employ household staff, run payroll or hold wages. You and the candidate agree on pay and terms between yourselves.

Does HomeHire check candidates for me?

You run your own interviews, references and background checks. HomeHire does not do them for you. Some candidates show a "Verified by Checkr" label on their profile once they have completed it. It is one input, not a substitute for your own checks.

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