Okay Ka, Yaya Ko!

I have been meaning to write follow up posts related to SSS and Kasambahay Law, but due to some issues I have encountered, I shall put that on hold. I would prefer to write posts in a neutral tone-ahem, Must.Stop.Writing.About.SSS.PERIOD.

*Breathe in. Breathe out.* And change topic...

Our son's yaya is heaven sent. She used to take care of my husband's younger cousin. I can't tell you enough-we're so LUCKY to have her. As a way showing her our gratitude, we will do our best to comply with the Kasambahay Law.

I am glad that the law also gives household helpers the opportunity to continue their education. My mother once worked as a helper so that she could finish high school. And she found other jobs just to finance her college education. If my mother just gave up and accepted her family's situation, I'm not sure where I'll be right now. Whenever I look at our son's yaya, I couldn't help but think of my mother.

At 45, our yaya might feel she's a bit old to study. But I could still see her desire to learn. One night, I chanced upon her watching Animal Planet. She looked like a young kid who was amazed with what she saw. That gave me an idea.

At the moment, I am not sure if TESDA has Sunday classes, so I opted to look for available workshops. I found one workshop for yayas:

From Manila Workshops' website:

The training will include the following topics:
- Mahalin ang Sarili: teaching them about self worth and manners and etiquette, from Personal Hygiene (head to toe), Handwashing to Personality Development (honesty, loyalty), answering the phone, how to treat guests, Home Safety, etc.
- Responsibilities/Housework: teaching them on how to clean different parts of the house, how to dispose of garbage, laundry, ironing, etc. and also how to prepare food, teach them about food safety and allergic reactions and even healthier Alternatives
- Caring For The Elderly: teaching them on how to check vital signs, proper body mechanics, sleeping and exercise
- “KID”-centered: teaching them developmental stages, baby care (cleaning, bathing, feeding) and school (homework, bantay sa school, iwas chismis, baon), Social Opportunities, Hygiene, First Aid, etc.
- Iwas Stress sa Yaya: teaching them on ho to cope with stress

Perfect, di ba?  I like the Iwas Stress topic- this will be very helpful now that my son is in the terrible two stage.

I already signed her up. I hope she will enjoy the workshop. ;)

I'm not sure if there are still open slots, for  more information, kindly go to their website www.manilaworkshops.com.