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Verbal agreements are only as good as the paper they are written on - literally.... If the terms of your employment have been changed it is time for you to move on to something else. BTW, most caregivers get PAID plus room and board.
You know...with such high demand for good caregivers, and the coming increase in need, there is no need to stick around for bs like this. Line up a new job, and move on. You seem to have faced adversity before...please do not allow people to use you like this. Best wishes.
Frustrd1, If you already gave them money, then you'll have to ask for it back. If they won't give it to you, and depending on how much it is, you may be able to sue in small claims court. Probably more hassle than you want at this point.
If you feel you can't leave without the money back, then don't even ask them for it. Stay status-quo and plan to leave in a month.
Actually in the United States, verbal agreements are legal and enforceable, they are not worthless. That said, your employer can’t violate the agreement and you shouldn’t be charged rent.
Not certain if this is up to date, but it appears that attendants/companions hired directly by an individual (not an agency) are not entitled to either federal or state minimum wage in Nevada. If not entitled to minimum wage, I don't see why they cannot charge you for rent, but it should have been made clear at the get go.
You need to call the Labor Board. Usually room and board are part of any agreement. And you get paid. You are doing these people a great service.
In hindsight it should have been put in writing. Actually, they should be taking out for SS and Fed taxes. With them matching the SS amount. I feel for you but don't allow them to take advantage of ur situation. We have had some posters that have become slaves to those they are caring for.
Good Luck and come back and tell us how it works out.
I agree with C willie--a verbal agreement is worthless.
Even with family (ESP with family) a contract of some kind should be drawn up, even if you just do it at home on your own computer--and signed AND notarized, if possible.
It seems cruel and un-trusting to do so--but when things get dicey, and they often do, pull out the contract and use it.
Walk away if you have to. IMHO, dealing with family is harder than dealing with 'strangers'.
What about my money, it's been only 4 days since this happened and most of them I was not home because of how upset it made me. But I just want $ back so I can leave and take care of my ID etc. I'm stuck without the money
By proceeding, I agree that I understand the following disclosures:
I. How We Work in Washington.
Based on your preferences, we provide you with information about one or more of our contracted senior living providers ("Participating Communities") and provide your Senior Living Care Information to Participating Communities. The Participating Communities may contact you directly regarding their services.
APFM does not endorse or recommend any provider. It is your sole responsibility to select the appropriate care for yourself or your loved one. We work with both you and the Participating Communities in your search. We do not permit our Advisors to have an ownership interest in Participating Communities.
II. How We Are Paid.
We do not charge you any fee – we are paid by the Participating Communities. Some Participating Communities pay us a percentage of the first month's standard rate for the rent and care services you select. We invoice these fees after the senior moves in.
III. When We Tour.
APFM tours certain Participating Communities in Washington (typically more in metropolitan areas than in rural areas.) During the 12 month period prior to December 31, 2017, we toured 86.2% of Participating Communities with capacity for 20 or more residents.
IV. No Obligation or Commitment.
You have no obligation to use or to continue to use our services. Because you pay no fee to us, you will never need to ask for a refund.
V. Complaints.
Please contact our Family Feedback Line at (866) 584-7340 or ConsumerFeedback@aplaceformom.com to report any complaint. Consumers have many avenues to address a dispute with any referral service company, including the right to file a complaint with the Attorney General's office at: Consumer Protection Division, 800 5th Avenue, Ste. 2000, Seattle, 98104 or 800-551-4636.
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BTW, most caregivers get PAID plus room and board.
If you already gave them money, then you'll have to ask for it back. If they won't give it to you, and depending on how much it is, you may be able to sue in small claims court. Probably more hassle than you want at this point.
If you feel you can't leave without the money back, then don't even ask them for it. Stay status-quo and plan to leave in a month.
agreements are legal and enforceable, they are not worthless. That said, your employer can’t violate the agreement and you shouldn’t be charged rent.
https://www.leg.state.nv.us/App/NELIS/REL/79th2017/ExhibitDocument/OpenExhibitDocument?exhibitId=32410&fileDownloadName=0503sb232c_locm.pdf
I note that you have recently been homeless and had sobriety issues. I know that they are taking advantage of you, but you may have difficult choices.
Who is your care-for-rent agreement with? The person you look after, or somebody else? Have you managed to get a job besides the caregiving?
In hindsight it should have been put in writing. Actually, they should be taking out for SS and Fed taxes. With them matching the SS amount. I feel for you but don't allow them to take advantage of ur situation. We have had some posters that have become slaves to those they are caring for.
Good Luck and come back and tell us how it works out.
drove her to the labor board offices.
the denied her claim because she once (once) got some small amount of cash from them.
if she ever got anything except room and board...the labor board will not accept her claim.
Even with family (ESP with family) a contract of some kind should be drawn up, even if you just do it at home on your own computer--and signed AND notarized, if possible.
It seems cruel and un-trusting to do so--but when things get dicey, and they often do, pull out the contract and use it.
Walk away if you have to. IMHO, dealing with family is harder than dealing with 'strangers'.
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