For Families
Investing in the Right Fit.
Every Anchor House search is personalized to your family's unique needs, and pricing should be just as clear. Below, you'll find straightforward information about our fees, along with answers to the questions families ask most, so you know exactly what to expect from the very first conversation, no hidden costs, no surprises.
The strongest placements are built on partnership, which is why we take the time to understand your household, your priorities, and the qualities that matter most before presenting carefully selected professionals.
What We Ask Every Family to Uphold
As part of working with Anchor House, every family commits to providing:
Competitive Compensation
Nanny roles receive a minimum of $28/hour, Family Assistant roles receive a minimum of $30/hour, and Household Manager roles receive a minimum of $30/hour, reflecting real market value and what this work is genuinely worth.
Guaranteed Hours
Consistent, dependable hours a professional can actually plan their life around.
Paid Time Off and Benefits Whenever Possible
Time to rest and recharge, the same as any other respected career.
Clear Expectations and Defined Responsibilities
No guessing games. Every role starts with a shared understanding of what it actually involves.
Legal Payroll and Employment Practices
Every placement is set up the right way from day one, no under-the-table arrangements.
Open, Respectful Communication
A relationship built on honesty and directness, not assumptions or guesswork.
A Workplace Built on Trust and Appreciation
Feeling genuinely valued, not just relied upon.
$350
$3,000
Flat fee
Our flat placement investment covers both part-time and full-time positions.
Nannies, family assistants, household managers, and other standard roles.
$4,000+
Starting at · Custom quote
For highly specialized, executive, or multi-faceted searches, estate managers, executive household managers, personal assistants, that require a tailored approach.
Ideal for multi-role, UHNW, or travel-intensive positions where scope calls for a custom quote.
What’s Included:
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We take the time to understand your household, priorities, and the qualities that matter most before beginning your search.
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Every search is tailored to your family's unique needs using targeted sourcing and personalized recruitment.
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You'll be introduced only to carefully vetted candidates who align with your role, preferences, and lifestyle.
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We coordinate interviews, gather feedback, and guide you through every stage of the selection process.
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Final candidates complete a comprehensive background and driving check for added confidence and peace of mind.
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We provide market-informed guidance on compensation, benefits, and offer details to help you hire with confidence.
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We'll connect you with trusted payroll and insurance resources to help ensure a smooth and compliant hiring process.
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We provide customizable agreement templates to help establish clear expectations from the start.
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We stay connected throughout the transition to help ensure a successful placement for everyone involved.
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If your placement isn't the right fit within 90 days, we'll conduct a replacement search in accordance with our guarantee.
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Our partnership doesn't end after placement. We remain available for guidance and ongoing support whenever you need us.
Frequently Asked Questions
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We place nannies, household managers, family assistants, private household staff, and other in-home professionals. Every search is customized to your household's unique needs, whether you're seeking full-time, part-time, or specialized support.
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While every search is unique, most placements are completed within 2–6 weeks. Timelines vary depending on the position, scheduling requirements, and the availability of qualified candidates.
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Our screening process includes in-depth interviews, professional reference verification, background check coordination, and a thoughtful evaluation of each candidate's experience, professionalism, and compatibility with your household.
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We stand behind every placement with a 90-day replacement guarantee. If the placement isn't the right fit within the guarantee period, we'll begin a replacement search in accordance with our placement agreement.
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Hiring through Anchor House saves you time while providing access to thoroughly vetted professionals, personalized guidance, and ongoing support throughout the hiring process. Our goal is to make finding the right fit more efficient and successful.
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Absolutely. If you've identified a candidate through a personal connection, referral, or your own search, we offer standalone Screening Services: the same rigor we apply to every Anchor House placement, without a full search. Learn more here!
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Anchor House was founded on more than a decade of firsthand private household experience. We understand the needs of both families and professionals because we've worked within private homes ourselves. Every placement is personalized, relationship-driven, and thoughtfully guided to create lasting partnerships; not simply fill positions. And mostly…. I just really like doing this!