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Experienced Grannies as Au Pair - Why Not?
In 2010 Michaela Hansen, 50, launched the initiative to send young-at-heart "Grandmas" initially from German-speaking countries all over the world. Thanks to her initiative, older women now have the opportunity to go abroad for an extended period, improve a foreign language and intensify their knowledge of a country, an opportunity which has already been taken up by more than 300 "Grannies" placed in 40 countries.
Becoming part of a family makes it easier to immerse oneself into life in a foreign country. It's a win-win situation for both sides, as the idea of au-pair is based on mutual help. Patricia, a Vancouver Mum states: "The past three months have been an interesting experience for the three of us. The opportunity to have a Granny Aupair has taught us so many things, as we open our home and hearts to that person and there's so much to learn from the experience: from the differences in our cultures and backgrounds to the similarities we might have. But the greatest part is learning to welcome one another and share the space and our day to day lives, and this experience has particularly shown me so much about myself."
UK Families and single parents looking for a "Granny" are encouraged to contact Granny Aupair at info@granny-aupair.com . Or if you are or know of a British Granny wanting to spend some time abroad please do not hesitate to contact us. More about the service can be found at www.granny-aupair.com
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