Pricing
Choosing a caregiver for your loved ones is one of the most important decisions you will make for your family. At DNB, we personalize each and every search to help you find the highest quality fit for your family’s unique needs. See our rates below.
Agency Fees
due at booking confirmation
Long-Term Caregiver
one year or more
$3000
As-Needed Caregiver
$25 per day
Hotel Sitter
$50
last minute Request
<24 hour notice
$35
Overnight
$50 per night
Party Assistant
$100
Caregiver Rates
4-hour minimum. Please pay your caregiver directly, thanks!
Permanent Nanny
childcare for one year or longer
$20/hour
As-Needed Nanny
temporary, flexible childcare available month to month
$25/hour
Date Night Sitter
$20–$25/hour
Family Assistant
$25/hour
Party AssiStant
available for children and adult parties (one assistant per every 5 children recommended)
$25/hour
Elderly Companion
includes bathing, lifting, medicine administration, driving, physical therapy, and friendship
$25–$50/hour
Hotel Sitter
$25/hour
Parking (if applicable)
OverNight Sitter
8AM–8PM: $20–$25/hour
8PM–8AM: $100
Housekeeper
$25/hour
Custom Requests
$TBD!
FAQs
We’re so happy you asked! Here are the As to your Qs.
Once I pay the one-time $3000 placement fee, will I need to pay agency fees for other services (date nights, a housekeeper, etc.)?
Yes. Agency fees are separate for each caregiver you hire due to the amount of effort DNB puts into finding you a perfect match.
What's included in the long-term placement agency fee?
- Thorough in-person and/or video interview with candidates
- Detailed candidate profiles, work experience, education, skills, notes, references, and more
- Scheduling assistance for interviews
- Trial/working interview
- Guides/templates/work agreement to assist you with interview process and a long-lasting, healthy relationship
- Rigorous background check
- Domestic payroll company referral
- Complimentary post-hire follow-up/consulting
- One free caregiver replacement within first 30 days
What's considered a long-term placement?
A placement is considered long-term when you offer a contract for 1 year or longer.
What if a long-term placement doesn't work out?
DNB will replace your caregiver for free once within the first 30 days.
How many nannies should I expect to interview?
We work hard to not waste your time and only bring you the candidates that match your specifications. Most clients interview between 1 and 3 nanny candidates. Rest assured, we won’t stop until we find the One.
Can you accommodate families with children or adults that have special needs?
Absolutely. We work with highly compassionate caregivers who have extensive experience caring for children and adults with autism spectrum disorder, diabetes, Cerebral Palsy, ADHD, and others. If we cannot meet your family’s care requirements (which hasn’t happened yet!), we will do our best to connect you to an agency that can.
why do your charge the same rate for part-time and full-time caregivers?
From years of working in the industry, we have found that searching for a quality, reliable part-time nanny is just as much legwork as searching for a full-time nanny. Our goal is to find someone who will stay with your family long-term, regardless of how many hours they work per week.
Is there a minimum amount of time I have to book someone?
Yes, there is a 4-hour minimum for all services.
What's your cancellation policy?
Life happens. We get it. That’s why we’re happy to waive your first cancellation. If you need to cancel a confirmed booking again, please plan on paying your caregiver the 4-hour minimum plus the associated agency fee for that service.
What's considered a short-term placement?
A placement is considered short-term when you hire someone once or on an as-needed basis.
What types of benefits should I provide a long-term caregiver?
Benefits commonly include:
- Guaranteed hours
- Vacation time
- Paid holidays
- Paid sick days
- Holiday bonus
- Reimbursement for use of personal car (gas, maintenance for wear and tear)
-
Guaranteed weekly minimum
-
Paid 52 weeks per year
-
Annual salary review based on job performance
-
Health insurance stipend
-
Wellness stipend (health club membership)
How long does it take to hire a nanny?
It depends on the requirements of your search, your communication with us, and your availability to meet with candidates. Most families find their nanny between 2 and 6 weeks.
How are taxes handled?
For more information on your legal obligations when hiring a nanny, please refer to our household payroll company recommendation: HomePay.
Why do you have flat agency fees instead of charging a percentage of the caregiver's salary?
Put simply, we want to be fair to our families and our caregivers with permanent placements. We feel that one flat fee is easier to understand and budget for than a percentage of pay. We also want to empower our caregivers to accept payments directly without anyone taking a cut. Our goal is to work with your unique family to assist you in finding a nanny that not only matches your family’s need for excellent childcare, but also one that fits your family’s budget. In most cases, percentage-based fees are significantly higher than flat fees. We want you to feel confident that our pricing is truthful and not based on collecting a higher placement fee for our pockets.
Ready to meet your dream caregiver?
Wonderful! Please fill out our Find A Caregiver form or give us a call at 847-571-1774 to schedule a complimentary consultation. Within 48 hours, we will contact you to discuss your family’s unique needs. If and when you’re confident that DNB is able to meet your expectations, you’ll sign our digital Agency-Client Agreement to get started.